Management & Program Analyst (Contract Analyst)

Job Description:

Incumbent serves as a Management and Program Analyst in the Office the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Human Resource Management (AHR-2). Under the minimal direction of the Manager, the incumbent utilizes analytical and evaluative techniques in the development, implementation, and maintenance of programs, processes and procedures in support of the division.

Duties

The Management & Program Analyst performs the functions of a Contracting Officer Representative (COR). In this capacity, the Analyst is responsible for performing multiple, varying and complex assignments under the minimal direction of the manager. Applies experience as a Level Ill Contracting Officers Representative (COR) to develop pre-award documentation, monitor contractor performance; review resumes for compliance with labor category requirements; and to conduct inspection and/or to accept deliverables.

Applies experience and expert knowledge in the development, implementation, maintenance of programs, processes, procedures, and financial and contract management functions in support of the division.

Conducts functional activities for projects/programs that often require the development of new and innovative approaches. Identifies and resolves challenging problems or issues that often cross- organizational boundaries and impact on the accomplishment of strategic objectives.

Work assignments include, but are not limited to the following:

Provides subject matter expertise and best practices related to financial and contract management functions. Plays a critical role as the Contracting Officers Representatives (CORs) in ensuring that funding requirements are appropriately identified and tracked, contractual issues are clearly and consistently communicated with the program offices and the contracting officers, and performance reviews are done regularly with appropriate actions being taken in a timely manner.

Provides guidance to less-experienced professionals; leads large project/programs. Applies knowledge of acquisition management policies to draft statements of work (SOW) and other contractual documents necessary to gather customer requirements; develop independent government cost estimates (IGCE); and, to prepare and present documents for pre-award reviews. These reviews include but are not limited to the Acquisition Strategy Review Board (ASRB), Support Contract Review Board (SCRB), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Provides comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or complex management processes and systems, including acquisition and contract policy, guidelines, laws, and related FAA policies and procedures. Analyzes contract data and identifies risks designs and recommends solutions to address complex problems/risks. Works with management and stakeholders in the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies and resolves contractual issues. Reviews invoices for accuracy and contract compliance to accept invoices in PRISM and to coordinate payment. Applies lessons learned in order to develop approaches to minimize current and anticipated risks and issues and to maintain detailed contract documentation, such as contract modifications, correspondence, inspections, invoices, memos and communications with the contractor. Works with management and/or more experienced professionals to solve problems.

Uses automated tracking systems, such as PRISM and Delphi, develops and tracks contracts according to FAA policy. Provides tools to support operational and strategic reporting land to implement standardized process workflow. Works on teams responsible for planning, monitoring, and conducting complex special projects, studies, and initiatives. Analyzes problems, identifies significant factors, gathers and interprets pertinent data. Applies established rules and procedures to select the most appropriate approach(es) or develop new approaches for recommending solutions.

Maintains fiscal tracking systems, monitors expenditures, reviews documentation for accuracy and validity of need, resolves discrepancies in accounting data and identifies trends and problem areas, which are indicative of inefficient resource allocation.

Job Requirements:

Requirements Conditions of Employment

US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I, FG/GS-13 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Specialized Experience is defined as:

-Experience with the implementation of business and financial process improvement and project management;

-Experience providing oversight on acquisition rules and regulations, acquisition processes and modification guidance;

-Experience evaluating contracting requirements and fiscal restrictions, including reviewing SOWs, performing inspections and acceptance for contract payments;

AND

-Experience with pre and post award conferences to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.

Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.

*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.*

Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.**

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective factor for this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration.

Candidate has a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Level 2 (or higher) rating AND has experience in Contract Administration and Management process.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that your work experience supports your Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA), and Other Factors answers. Your answers and associated work experience will be evaluated further to validate whether the answers that you selected are appropriate.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

Required Documents

ALL applicants MUST submit the following:

(1) resume with complete work history; and

(2) a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For guidance on how to create a Federal resume, visit http://www.archives.gov/careers/jobs/forms/resume-guide.pdf.

Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date will result in a finding of ineligible. We are not responsible for incomplete, illegible or missing documents.

Please DO NOT email your application documents. We cannot accept documents received via the email system. Documents sent via email will NOT receive consideration.

Applicants claiming eligibility for the Expanded Veterans Hiring Opportunity (EVHO), MUST submit a DD Form 214 reflecting character of service to verify eligibility by the closing date of the announcement as requested by the Human Resource Office. Eligibility for EVHO will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.

If you are a current or former Federal employee (including a current FAA employee), you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.

If you are a current Federal employee and need a current copy of your SF-50, please contact your personnel office. If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/. If you are a former Federal employee, you can obtain a copy of your SF-50 by writing the National Personnel Records Center Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL 62295. Additional information is available from this link: https://www.archives.gov/st-louis/opf.

Expanded Veterans Hiring Opportunity (EVHO) are preference eligibles and veterans who are honorably discharged from the Armed Forces after completing at least three (3) years of continuous active service. Applicants claiming eligibility for EVHO, MUST submit a DD Form 214 reflecting character of service to verify eligibility by the closing date of the announcement as requested by the Human Resource Office. Eligibility for EVHO will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Job Ident #: 822151200

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs

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Job Info

Location

Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Type

Contractor

Salary Range

$123,884 - $192,056

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs