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Supervisory Policy And Program Officer

Full Time
$163,964 – $191,900 Per Year
Closing on Nov 25, 2024

Location:
Virginia, Arlington
Requires Relocation:
No
Start Date:
18/11/2024
End Date:
25/11/2024
Offering Type:
Permanent
Hiring Paths:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Internal to an agency - appears on USAJOBS Military spouses Veterans
Service Type:
Competitive
Travel Percentage:
Occasional travel

About Defense Human Resources Activity

The Defense Civilian Personnel Advisory Service (DCPAS) mission is to be the enterprise leader in the development and delivery of civilian personnel policies and HR solutions that strengthen mission readiness. DCPAS is responsible for developing and delivering civilian personnel policies and human resources solutions to strengthen the Department of Defense (DoD) civilian workforce’s mission readiness and enhance all aspects of the total civilian lifecycle.

Job summary

This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible supervising 5-8 Resource Management Advisors in the grades of GS-13 and GS-14, oversees a broad portfolio of DSSC programs, conducts direct liaison with 11 DSSC Program Directors and serves as the principal liaison with the DHRA Comptroller; DHRA Director, Program Analysis and Evaluation; and the DHRA Senior Resource Advisor on behalf of the Director, DSSC.

Major duties

As a SUPERVISORY POLICY AND PROGRAM OFFICER at the GS-0301-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as an expert planner, analyst, and advisor for Program Analysis and Evaluation to include resource management related planning, programming, budget execution and program performance evaluation matters as it relates to the DSSC portfolio. Develops plans and projects; collects and analyzes the necessary data; identifies and validates requirements; and investigates and resolves complex issues to support all DHRA program analysis and evaluation processes and deliverables. Supports the program Directors, Deputy Directors, Resource Management Advisors, Contracting Officer's Representatives, and Program Managers to deliver an integrated and coordinated DSSC enterprise-wide approach to fiscal and requirements management that is aligned to the DHRA Strategic Management Plan and higher strategic guidance. Primary liaison to the DHRA Comptroller; DHRA Director, PA&E; and the DHRA Senior Resource Management Advisor. The major functions of the Director, P A&E fall into five categories: Program Planning, Management, Review, and Evaluation; Requirements Management; and Continuous Process Improvement.

Qualification

You may qualify at the GS-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Oversees all phases of budgeting and execution processes to include formulation, preparation, execution, entitlements, and ensures proper postings to the DoD financial management process Produces project studies, analysis of effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity to identify and assess business challenges and opportunities Applies qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of complex programs, budget processes, plans, and systems. 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.

Evaluations

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Competencies: Budget Formulation, Justification and Presentation Project Management Supervisory Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.