Management and Program Analyst

Summary This is a Temporary Appointment not to exceed 18-OCT-2025 The Blue Grass Chemical Activity will be undergoing a reduction-in-force (RIF) effective 22 January 2026. About the Position: Serves as a Management and Program Analyst with Blue Grass Chemical Activity providing managers with objectively based information for making decisions on the administrative and programmatic aspects of operations and management. Responsibilities Study the structure and/or functions of the organization with interrelated work processes and functions, to resolve substantive issues, or moderate scope, to improve efficiency. Collect and analyze pertinent organizational data and information; develops statistical and narrative data to justify any changes and recommendations; prepares and presents briefings. Advise on proposed reorganizations and/or realignment of functions and staffing level changes. Present findings, options, and recommendations. Plan and conduct management surveys and/or research on substantive issues of moderate scope and impact to assess the effectiveness of program operation. Independently perform or participate as a key analyst in studies of broad scope. Assist with input of time and attendance each pay period as needed, and perform reviews of time and attendance for accuracy; take necessary action to correct payroll system errors. Serve as Administrator of the Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) program; monitor account status for BGCA personnel and resolves cardholder issues. Perform final review of travel obligations, authorizations, and settlement vouchers prior to approval and make all necessary corrections. Serve as the Lead Defense Travel Administrator (DTA); provides training to new and existing Defense Travel System (DTS) users, Organizational DTAs and Financial DTAs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Reinstatement In order to qualify, you must meet the education or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. MINIUM QUALIFICATION FOR GS-0343-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes Utilize management and administrative practices common to the organization; Apply analytical and evaluative techniques to resolve issues; Evaluate information and recommend appropriate action; Conduct interviews with superiors and employees to obtain information. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Business Administration, or Management. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07) Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. MINIUM QUALIFICATION FOR GS-0343-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Perform studies concerning the effectiveness and efficiency of assigned projects and programs; Monitor statistical data to provide briefings to senior management; Analyze program goals and objectives in administrative operations of the organization; Identify and analyze issues, and develop recommendations to resolve substantive problems of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Business Administration, or Management. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09) Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Administration and Management Manages and Organizes Information Organizational Awareness Problem Solving Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you may qualify if your education meets the definitions above: (Note: You must attach a copy of your TRANSCRIPTS) FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Career Program (CP) 51 - General Administration and Management position. You may claim military spouse preference (MSP). If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Permanent change of station (PCS) will not be authorized. Relocation Incentive will not be authorized. Recruitment Incentive will not be authorized. Advanced In-hire will not be authorized. Advanced Leave Accrual will not be authorized. Position may be filled as a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade not to exceed (NTE) 12 months by a current permanent Army employee. Time-limited promotions may be extended up to a maximum of five years. Time-limited reassignments and changes to lower grade may exceed five years, however return rights may be impacted. Position may be made permanent without further competition. This is a developmental position. Management may make a selection at grade - 09, or 11. The full performance grade level of this position is a GS-11. Current Permanent Army Employees may apply under Job Announcement Number: MCGT245691819192 This is a Temporary Appointment not to exceed 18-OCT-2025. The Blue Grass Chemical Activity will be undergoing a reduction-in-force (RIF) effective 22 January 2026.