PROGRAM ANALYST (DATA ANALYTICS) College Graduate Hiring Authority

Summary

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO). All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

• In this position as a PROGRAM ANALYST (DATA ANALYTICS) College Graduate Hiring Authority,GS- 0343-9, your typical work assignments may include the following under supervision: Performs assigned portions of data analytics projects. Participates in projects of limited scope to identify, analyze, and recommend valid solutions to problems. Gathers and analyzes data on subjects assigned.

Qualifications

College Graduate Hiring Authority Information This position is being filled using the College Graduate Hiring Authority. Under this authority, DHS may make noncompetitive appointments of eligible and qualified college graduates directly into career or career-conditional positions in the competitive service. Appointments under this authority are limited to professional and administrative positions at the GS-11 level or below, or equivalent. Positions may have promotion potential above the GS-11 level; however, the initial appointment may not exceed the GS-11 level, or equivalent. Candidates appointed under this authority must serve a one-year probationary period unless they have already satisfied the requirements for career tenure or are otherwise exempt from the service requirement. Competitive status is acquired upon completion of the one-year probationary period. DHS may make appointments under this authority without regard to veterans' preference and is not subject to rating and ranking procedures; however, DHS adheres to merit system principles in making selections. Eligibility for the College Graduate Hiring Authority This position is being filled under the College Graduate Hiring Authority. To be eligible for appointment under this authority, you must have completed, within two years of submitting your application, a qualifying bachelor's or graduate degree from a qualifying educational institution. The two-year eligibility period begins on the date the degree is conferred, not the date of the graduation ceremony. Veterans who completed a bachelor's or graduate degree and were unable to apply within two years of obtaining their degree due to a uniformed service obligation of at least four years may apply within two years of discharge or release from uniformed service. The intervening period of uniformed service must have prevented the individual from applying within the standard two-year period after completing the degree. NOTE: Qualifying educational institution means -- Any of the following educational institutions or curricula that have been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education: (i) A technical or vocational school;(ii) A 2-year or 4-year college or university;(iii) A graduate or professional school (e.g., law school, medical school). Appointments under this authority are made directly into the competitive service. Basic Qualification Requirements In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements above, you must meet the OPM-prescribed minimum qualification standards, or OPM-approved agency-specific minimum qualification standards, for the position being filled. Applicants must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement unless otherwise stated. For the GS-09: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) experience applying data analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature; (2) experience applying conventional methods to gather, analyze, and evaluate information concerning assigned processes, draw conclusions, and recommend appropriate action; and (3) applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature. 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. 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. 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. Time-in-grade Current General Schedule (GS) federal employees, and those that have served in GS positions within the last 52 weeks, must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade, or a combination of the next lower grade level and an equivalent band in the federal service by the closing of this announcement. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.

Education

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; applicant's resumes and supporting documentation should only reflect education received from schools accredited by such institutions. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following Website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html . You must submit a copy of your college transcript. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted. Official transcripts will be required if you are selected for the position. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements. You must show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Please visit OPM's web site at https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s2-e4.htm#e4a for additional information on this topic.

Evaluations

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements for the College Graduate Hiring Authority and the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under this authority, applicants are evaluated to determine basic eligibility and qualifications without assigning a numerical score. This announcement is not subject to traditional rating and ranking procedures. If you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements, your application may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. DHS adheres to merit system principles when making selections under this authority. Failure to submit required documentation may result in a determination that you are ineligible or not qualified.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section of this announcement. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Only resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You are responsible for ensuring your application package is complete and submitted before the announcement closes.

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, we will review your resume and supporting documentation to determine whether you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements for this position. If you are found eligible and qualified, your application may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We will notify you by email after key steps in the process have been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log in to your USAJOBS account, click "Application Status," and then click "More Information." We expect to make a final job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. For more information on applying for Federal employment, please review USAJOBS application guidance.

Required documents

Failure to submit required documentation by the closing date of this announcement may result in an ineligible or not qualified determination. You must submit the following documents with your application: Resume Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages. For what to include in the resume, review the USAJOBS Help Center guidance. College transcript or proof of degree completion Submit a copy of your college transcript or other documentation showing completion of a qualifying bachelor's or graduate degree from a qualifying educational institution. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if you are selected. Veterans' documentation, if applicable If you are claiming eligibility based on an intervening uniformed service obligation, submit documentation showing: Completion of a qualifying bachelor's or graduate degree; A uniformed service obligation of at least four years that prevented you from applying within two years of obtaining the degree; and Date of discharge or release from uniformed service. Acceptable documentation may include your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other appropriate documentation showing service dates and character of service. Veterans' preference documentation, if applicable Although veterans' preference does not apply to appointments made under this authority, veterans may submit documentation for record-keeping or other applicable purposes. Submit a copy of your Member 4 DD-214 and, if applicable, documentation of service-connected disability. Foreign education evaluation, if applicable If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet eligibility or qualification requirements, you must provide evidence that the education is comparable to education received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.

Benefits

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Employee Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. https://www.opm.gov/news/releases/2016/08/newly-established-leave-policy-gives-disabled-veterans-more-time-to-address-medical-issues-1/)

Other information

E-Verify DHS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit the E-Verify website. Reasonable Accommodation DHS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please follow the instructions in this announcement or contact the servicing Human Resources Office. Equal Employment Opportunity DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other non-merit factor. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for SECRET clearance as a condition of placement in this NONCRITICAL SENSITIVE position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Pursuant to Executive Order 12654 and DHS policy, DHS is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety- or security-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Multiple selections may be made from this announcement. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Note: DHS continues to take necessary steps to keep our workforce safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If you receive a final job offer to onboard, please complete the onboarding forms and submit them electronically in an expeditious manner. Your start date may be delayed if the action above is not completed.