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PROGRAM ANALYST (Title 32)

Army National Guard

Oklahoma City, OK

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SKILLS
Administrative Management, Analysis Skills, Automation Systems, Background Investigation, Budget Management, Budgeting, Computer Skills, Consulting, Customer Relations, Data Collection, Documentation, Environmental Impact, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Expense Allocation, Expense Analysis, Expense Tracking, Federal Government, Financial Management, Fund Management, Funding, Legal, Military, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, People Management, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Program Planning, Programming Methodologies, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Validation/Verification, Security Clearance, Spreadsheets, Staff Training, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Oklahoma City, OK
POSTED
1 day ago
Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a PROGRAM ANALYST (Title 32), Position Description Number D1009000 and is part of the OK JFHQ, Oklahoma Army National Guard.

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This position is located in a JFHQs directorate or division level office. The purpose of this position is to serve as the analyst and consultant for the management and administration of programs within the directorate or division. Serves as key coordination point for all program requirements. This work requires knowledge and skill in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, acquisition, precedents, methods, and techniques of program and budget analysis and funds management.

The incumbent provides expert technical guidance and specialized team leadership to civilian and military employees. Plans, organizes, performs technical analyses as required, and, as assigned, manages budget functions to support programs essential to state Army National Guard daily readiness missions. Utilizes particular areas of expertise to foster technical excellence in an environment conducive to teaming among service providers and customers to meet state Army National Guard requirements.

Reviews, evaluates and analyzes obligations and expenditures. Prepares directorate or division summaries from reports submitted by Major Subordinate Commands (MSC)*.Summarizes and interprets significant data collected and relates this data to the organizations program actions; identifies and analyzes deficiencies in resource consumption, training, workload and scheduling, and evaluates deviations from standards, plans, and estimates to determine cause and impact on missions.

Assists management in interpretation and utilization of reports and information provided. Develops various visual media to present trends, performance status, capability and related management information. Aids functional areas in identifying areas of record documentation and procedures which can be streamlined, combined or improved and initiates methods to operate under the new or revised system.

Provides guidance and instructions to subordinate organizations for proper management of programs. Determines and issues funding allocations and monitors expenditure to ensure allocations are being utilized as planned and are not being exceeded. Adjusts allocations as needed.

Based on budget guidance received from higher headquarters, develops an annual budget for programs. Reviews prior and current budgets/funding trends, compiles funding projections and prepares funding recommendations. Anticipates requirements for training and operations funds by reviewing execution plans and recommends appropriate action such as reprogramming funds from one program to another to correct funding shortfalls.

Researches and interprets personnel and training regulations, DA Pam's, Circulars, and NGB guidance. Works concurrently with management to develop state program policies and procedures. Provides advice and assistance to management on accountability and legality of operating programs.

Assists management in preparing guidelines and instructions to MSCs. for development of the yearly State Operating Budget (SOB). Reviews data on program requirements, manday requirements, and commercial transportation requirements to support and justify each separate program to include by appropriation/activity.

Develops and prepares current year program spreadsheets. Advises management on timing of obligations and expenditures for Cooperative Agreement service contracts, equipment acquisitions and other unusual commitments. Verifies that obligations and expenditures occur on a timely basis IAW current year program and monthly schedule of obligations and expenditures. Ensures resources are available and are being properly and effectively expended to support program objectives. Monitors and tracks obligations and expenditures throughout the execution phase.

Formulates and reviews all Annual Funding Guidance/Programs (AFG/AFP) ensuring obligation authority is not exceeded and budget adjustments are properly staffed. Reviews trends and performs analysis of separate budget activities then provides information to management. Projects requirements for program requirements. Validates and refines inputs which have fluctuated. Monitors daily expenditure rates associated with training and manday performances by initiating approval process of travel orders.

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Conditions of employment

  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
  • The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.
  • You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
  • Upon accepting this position, the employee may be required to serve up to a two-year probationary period.


Qualifications

Military Grades: E-5 through E-9 or O-1 through O-3

Military Occupational Specialty Preferences: 56M, 56X, 56A

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes and principles of management. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 24 months experience which has provided a working knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience analyzing, interpreting and developing policies and procedures of local management.

Applied knowledge of management principles, organizational theory and techniques of analysis.

Knowledge of agency administrative guidance and operating procedures coupled with analytical ability is required to develop information required by the chief to determine feasibility and legality of proposed program and operational plans.

Knowledge of and ability to prepare and present detailed briefings to the chief, management and other involved individuals on subjects pertinent to the organization's functions.

Education

Substitution of Education for specialized experience - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements.

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

This is a Financial Management Level Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.

This position may be eligible for Union Membership

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.



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About the Company

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Army National Guard

The Army National Guard

With more than 380 years of service, the Army National Guard is the largest reserve component, as well as the oldest branch of the U.S. military. In this branch of the Armed Services, you will serve part-time in your own community, where you can be called upon to respond to domestic emergencies and natural disasters. The Army National Guard also can be called up to defend our nation overseas.

We provide our members with college tuition assistance and offer attractive benefits on top of paid training in all of our career fields, which enhances your marketability in the civilian workforce. The Army National Guard has more than 343,000 members and has career opportunities in every State, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Visit our website at nationalguard.com for more information.

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10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Government and Military
FOUNDED
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WEBSITE
https://www.nationalguard.com/