Management Analyst (recent Grad)

SummaryThis opportunity is open to applicants who have completed a qualifying associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within two years of the closing date of this announcement.Learn more about this agency ResponsibilitiesThis position is located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, Office of Emergency Management, Federal Executive Board (FEB) Office located in St. Paul, Minnesota. The FEB MN includes Minnesota, Eastern North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin.This is a 1-year appointment in the excepted service. Recent Graduates may be converted to a permanent position upon completion of the Pathways Recent Graduate Program.At the full performance level (GS-12) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:1. Coordinates, plans, organizes, surveys, and conducts analyses and studies of policy issues in the Federal community. Determines area for improvement and develops methods to improve the accuracy, adequacy, and timeliness of information and systems in place for disseminating information about government-wide programs and workforce issues to senior Federal managers in the FEB MN area.2. Increases emergency preparedness of Federal communities by facilitating planning, training, and coordination among Federal agencies to ensure continuity of operations (COOP) and assure Federal community awareness by providing timely and accurate communication of emergency information.3. Supports planning and implementation efforts required by national continuity policy for DOI devolution activities as part of the DOI COOP program and the Department's support of Continuity of Government (COG) programs.4. Coordinates and plans designated FEB Workforce Development and Support programs, including retirement seminars and leadership development.5. Performs a variety of administrative support functions for the FEB MN office. Responds to programmatic inquiries to the office that do not require the personal attention of the Executive Director.The incumbent is designated as an Emergency Employee and is subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations or may be required to remain at work during dismissal or closure situations. Emergency employees are expected to remain in contact with their agencies at all times during emergency situations.The Office of the Secretary has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework with supervisor approval.Salary InformationGS-05: $37,914 - $49,291 per annumGS-07: $46,964 - $61,056 per annumFirst time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level.This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available. Travel Required Occasional travel - This position requires extensive local travel. Local travel can be up to 40%. FEB Staff also travels in support of OEM activities and OPM meetings. Occasional travel, 1-5 nights per month may be required. The length is usually a week each time, minimum of 5 weeks a year.Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 12 Job family (Series) 0343 Management And Program Analysis Similar jobs Analysts, Management Executive Secretaries Management Analysts Office Secretaries Personal Secretaries Secretaries, Executive Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit. You must submit ALL required documents and a completed questionnaire. You must be a U.S. Citizen. You will be required to sign a Pathways Participant Agreement. The incumbent will be subject to background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with SCI endorsement. This position is a drug testing designated position and requires a pre-employment drug test and is subject to random drug testing A valid state driver's license is required. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service system, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See Qualifications To be eligible for this Recent Graduates Program ALL of the following requirements must be met: 1. You must provide a resume.2. You must have completed a qualifying associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within two years of the closing date of this announcement. The two year eligibility will be extended for veterans who were precluded from applying within the two year eligibility period following graduation due to a military service obligation. In such cases, veterans will have up to six years from the date of discharge or release from active duty to apply.3. You graduated by way of good academic standing (Grade Point Average/G.P.A. of at least a 2.0).4. You must provide a transcript (official or unofficial) showing your degree was conferred (An official transcript may be requested at the time of appointment).Pathways Participant Agreement: All Recent Graduates are required to sign the Pathways Program Participant Agreement which outlines program requirements and noncompetitive conversion eligibility.Click for more information on Pathways program participants.To be eligible for conversion to a permanent or term position, Recent Graduates must have:Successfully completed at least 1-year of continuous service in addition to all requirements of the Program.Demonstrated successful job performance.Met the Office of Personnel Management's qualifications for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted.To qualify for this position, you must meet the minimum Educational Requirements OR General/Specialized Experience for the series/grade to which you are applying.GS-05: Education: To qualify for the GS-05 grade level you must have completed 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.-OR-Experience: Possess 3 years of general experience, one year of which is equivalent to at least the GS-04 grade level. General experience is experience that demonstrates the ability toAnalyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions;Plan and organize work; andCommunicate effectively orally and in writing.-OR-Combination of Education and Experience: Combination of post high school education and experience that equals 100% of the requirement for the GS-05 grade level.GS-07: Education: One full year of graduate level education related to the position or a Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement*-OR-Experience: To qualify for the GS-07, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience (must meet all):1) Performing research to assist in the evaluation of management processes and functions, and examining documents and databases to support the development of program objectives and improvements. 2) Carrying out specified portions or segments of specific projects and/or studies. 3) Compiling information for incorporation into final reports and/or briefings. 4) Providing advice and support to management and program officials on the interpretation of regulations and guidelines and their application to problems.-OR-Combination of Education and Experience: A qualifying combination of post-high school education in excess of the first 36 semester hours (i.e., credits received beyond the second year) and specialized experience. A combination of specialized experience and education must total 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.*Additional information regarding Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A.):#url=e4fVeterans also have 2 years of eligibility; however, eligibility can be put on hold based on active duty service. Eligibility does not exceed 6 years from the date of graduation for a veteran. The 2 year eligibility starts (or continues, if started prior to active duty) upon release from active duty.All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and your application must demonstrate that you met all the requirements, including education required for the position. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. Education Education: If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide transcripts as proof of meeting the requirements.Foreign Education: Education completed in colleges or universities outside the United States may be used to meet the specific educational requirements as stated above. You must provide acceptable documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: #url=e4 Additional informationA preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work with the U.S. Department of the Interior..... click apply for full job details