Summary About the Position: This announcement will be used to fill a Program Analyst, NH-0343-02, position with the JPEO-CBRND. The selected applicant will be assigned to the Joint Project Manager for Special Operations Forces (JPM CBRN SOF). This is a Term position intended to last 13 Months. Term appointments may be extended up to a maximum of six years and may be made permanent without further competition. Responsibilities Performs analyses of acquisition programs to evaluate effectiveness in achieving objectives in areas of cost, scheduling, and performance. Complete acquisition documents with findings of program reviews. Oversee system design compliance in areas such as specification requirements, adherence to contractor schedule, plans, cost control, and supportability to determine project status. Establish milestones in order to meet project goals. Research federal and local policy to maintain compliance of assigned projects. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens The JPEO-CBRND exists to manage our nation's investments in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense equipment. Our headquarters is located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, but we have offices across the United States. There are six unique directorates within JPEO-CBRND, which manage the acquisition of CBRN equipment as an enabler to achieving the National Security Strategy and supporting the U.S. Armed Forces: Sensors, Medical, Protection, Integration, Enabling Biotechnologies, and Special Operations Forces. JPEO-CBRND is in an acquisition demonstration project. We offer competitive salaries, pay banding, and pay for contribution. Our benefits program includes alternate work schedules with flexible hours, telework, pre-tax flexible spending accounts for certain health and dependent care expenses, a civilian fitness program, vacation and sick leave, insurance plans (health, dental, vision & life), and a three-tiered retirement plan. We encourage you to visit our website for additional information on the organization and our mission, https://www.jpeocbrnd.osd.mil/.This is a pay banded position. The NH-02 band encompasses grades 5-11 under the General Schedule (GS) system. In order to qualify, you must meet the 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. Specialized Experience: One year of experience at the NH-01/GS-04 level which includes: (1) applying qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze program effectiveness; (2) utilizing knowledge of acquisition policies, procedures and practices to assist program managers; and (3) applying lifecycle management policies and procedures for DoD Acquisition programs. Education Substitution: 4 years above high school of education Education 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications Additional Information Direct Deposit of Pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. 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(n) Career Field 51-Management and administration position Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. This is a term position NTE 13 months. It may be extended up to a total of six (6) years. Non-competitive conversion of an employee to a career-conditional appointment may be approved under specific conditions. Student loan repayment may be authorized. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet Practitioner requirements for PROGRAM MANAGEMENT certification within 60 months as of entrance on duty.