Program Analyst

Summary

This position is located in the Office of Military to Civilian Readiness, located in Washington, DC. The incumbent serves as an advisor to senior leadership and is regularly required to develop, implement, and influence management policies

Duties

Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: Participates in the transition interagency governance structure as a VBA liaison and monitors operating programs, policies, services, and procedural activities supporting military to civilian readiness initiatives for separating Servicemembers, Veterans, caregivers and their families. Recommends objectives and operations for new and existing programs between other federal agencies and VBA within the scope of transition. The incumbent serves as a historical policy consultant when new information is released from Congress and the military departments that may have an impact on Veteran's transition. Provides procedural background to other agencies regarding transition processes and how to integrate VBA and the other agencies' information systems to provide a seamless transition for service members from active duty to potential entitlement to VA benefits. Responsible for major policy and tactical recommendations or decisions that have a direct and substantial effect on the implementation of VA military to civilian readiness activities on military installations worldwide. Works in close cooperation with other elements of VA, as well as interagency partners (such as Department of War, Department of Labor, etc.) as it relates to transitioning Service member benefits. Manages and leads multiple projects or programs concurrently where effort involves coordination among multiple resources, other divisions, or agents outside of the organization. Tracks, analyzes and reports on data provided through partnership agreements. Provides recommendations to program refinements, defines short and medium range plans, and validates program requirements. Research, learn and apply a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to identify, assess, analyze and improve team effectiveness, efficiency and work products. Develops program mission, objectives, and strategies surrounding VA military to civilian readiness activities. Include special projects related to the same. Undertakes long- and short-range research and studies program activities to support the organization's business goals and objectives. Gathers and analyzes relevant data (Congress.gov, OMB regulations) and makes recommendations based on findings using available information resources such as Internet tools, manuals, and other reference material. Serves as VA transition SME and decision maker on military to civilian readiness policy, guidelines, military installation specific directives and procedural updates for contract personnel. May handle confidential acquisition data in support of the same. Promotion Potential: GS-13 Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: This position is eligible for situational (ad hoc) telework only. The selectee is required to report to the official duty station each scheduled workday. Telework may be approved only on a case-by-case basis with supervisory approval. Routine or recurring telework is not authorized for this position. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Analyst, GS-12, GS-13 PD# 42266-A, 42267A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Bargaining Unit: No

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement:11/04/2026. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. For a GS-12 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-11 level. For a GS-13 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-12 level The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: You may qualify based on your experience as described below: GS-12 Grade Level: Specialized Experience:Building and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, prioritizing and completing multiple projects concurrently using sound project management principles. Independently analyzing and evaluating on a quantitative and qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs and tracking and reporting the progress of projects, tasks and initiatives. GS-13 Grade Level: Specialized Experience: : An extensive knowledge and skills in building and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders. The ability to serve as a liaison between the agency/organization and stakeholders. Experience in strategic project development and analyzing complex, technical issues to provide sound recommendations for resolutions and improvements. Experience analyzing and interpreting data, formalizing program plans, managing multiple projects concurrently where effort requires coordination among multiple resources and entities as well as experience developing strategies for proactive coordination and collaboration with internal and external agents. Volunteer Experience: 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; religions; 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. Full vs. Part-Time Employment: Full-time employment is considered to be at least 35 hours per week. Part-time experience will be credited on a pro-rated basis; when including part-time employment in your resume you must specify the average hours worked per week. Physical Requirements: Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office. The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, labs, or commercial vehicles. Work requires the observance of fire regulation. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

There is no educational requirement or substitution at the GS-12 and GS-13 grade levels.