Summary See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $105,383 - $137,000 Columbus, OH: $109,966- $142,957 Dayton, OH: $109,308- $142,103 Fort Belvoir, VA: $120,579- $156,755 New Cumberland, PA: $120,579- $156,755 Ogden, UT: $105,383 - $137,000 Philadelphia, PA: $116,123- $150,962 Richmond, VA: $110,083- $143,109 Responsibilities Serves as the program analyst with responsibilities of providing sound analytical advice on matters relating to operational readiness for the Defense Automatic Addressing System (DAAS) program. Serves as a program analyst responsible for the development and sustainment of automated systems that support the end-to-end Department of Defense (DoD) functional business area practices. Coordinates internal and external processes and is responsible for "cradle to grave" support to the Acquisition process and associated steps to ensure consistency... ...and regulatory requirements are being adhered to, including writing Performance Work Statements, conducting market research, and facilitating cost estimates. Solicits program inputs from organization's internal and external partners; analyzes data to determine correlation with DLA's strategic plan and organization's business plan. Serves as a program audit liaison supporting A-123 internal control compliance, developing test plans, validating program compliance with operating procedures, assembling and reviewing evidential matter... ...coordinating audit requests and Provided By Client (PBC) requests from auditors, assists with Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAEs) with Independent Public Accounts (IPA) for the DAAS program. Represents the assigned program at audit meetings with senior leaders and DOD representatives relative to policy and procedures. ...Responsible for the review of technical documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, Memorandum of Agreements, and Strategies/Plans submitted for approval. Coordinates and tracks program related action items across the program office ensuring that actions are completed on schedule to prevent unnecessary delays. Promotes teamwork across divisions and branches within the program to achieve program goals. Directs in-depth analysis and investigative analysis of specific process issues. Develops new or innovative approaches to evaluate the process and explore solutions to help ensure auditability. Ascertains the need and recommends corrective actions or regulatory changes. Drafts and promulgates improvement in program initiatives to technical elements by issuance of policy letters, job aids, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)... ...Develop process improvements based on analysis and/or trends. Systemic problems identified are briefed to the Program Manager and other senior leadership officials. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for a Program Analyst your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS- 12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time- in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after- competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Advises program management officials on identified, various ways forward, utilizing the results of the program studies and analysis, which directly aids in the accuracy and efficiency of the assigned program(s). Prepares presentations for dissemination to higher level program officials, depicting the data in a readily understandable format. Reviews procurement and technical documents such as Performance Work Statements, Memorandum of Agreements, Determination and Findings and Acquisition Strategies/Plans submitted for approval. Participates in Source Selection activities. Coordinates and tracks program audit related action items across the program office ensuring that actions are completed on schedule to prevent unnecessary delays. Directs in-depth analysis and investigations of specific process issues. Develops new or innovative approaches to evaluate the process and explore logistics solutions. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf rug-Free Workplace: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.