Vacancy Summary

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and techniques.

Knowledge of the federal budget process and financial management practices and procedures.

Ability to use analytical methods to improve management programs and processes.

Ability to gather, compile, and analyze financial and/or programmatic information.

Ability to analyze current or projected operating programs.

Ability to provide advice and guidance on business and program management issues.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 11:

Qualifying experience for the GS-11 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-9 which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include performing quality assurance reviews of existing and proposed accounting processes to provide assurances as to financial integrity and conformance; planning and developing new processes and methods for implementing management policies and controls; evaluating financial trends and determines compliance with agency guidance. Studies and implements management improvements in administrative areas identified through such means as internal control reviews and management studies.

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Experience requirements at the GS-11 level may be met by three (3) full academic years of graduate level education or the successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.

Grade 12:

Qualifying experience for the GS-12 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-11 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include analyzing issues and developing recommendations to resolve substantive problems of effectiveness and efficiancy of work operations. Develop organize and implement functional short and log-range plans, plan and conduct management surveys and audits to evaluate programs, as well as analyze processes and designs or makes major revisions to a complete accounting process for a major agency component or large organization.

Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs

Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-11/12

Announcement Number:	JP-14-101	Application Deadline:	06/25/2014
Locations:	WASHINGTON / DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA / DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA	Open Date:	06/16/2014
Salary Range:	Min: 63091.0 - Max: 98305.0	Location Notes:	.
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Permanent - No time limit	Promotion Potential:	13
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) provides innovative leadership to federal, state, local, and tribal justice systems, by disseminating state-of-the art knowledge and practices across America, and providing grants for the implementation of these crime fighting strategies. OJP works in partnership with the justice community to identify the most pressing crime-related challenges confronting the justice system and to provide information, training, coordination, and innovative strategies.
The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) provides innovative leadership to federal, state, local, and tribal justice systems, by disseminating state-of-the art knowledge and practices across America, and providing grants for the implementation of these crime fighting strategies. OJP works in partnership with the justice community to identify the most pressing crime-related challenges confronting the justice system and to provide information, training, coordination, and innovative strategies.

Notes:

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION:

You must attach copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), showing 'Tenure' and 'Position Occupied' (if applying under Merit Promotion/Status Announcements) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal.

ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION should be submitted with your Avue application. If you have difficulty with the application or require assistance attaching documentation, please contact Avue through the 'Live Chat' or by eMail to: JoeAvue@avuetech.com

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies that may occur within 90 days of the closing date.

How to Apply: The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/xxx/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. No other form of application will be accepted.

Applicants submitting proof documents can electronically attach them, or scan and attach them, to the employment application.

Applications and supporting documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

Since this is an on-line application process, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/OJP/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement.
<Strong>SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION:</Strong> You must attach copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), showing 'Tenure' and 'Position Occupied' (if applying under Merit Promotion/Status Announcements) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. <Strong>ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION should be submitted with your Avue application. If you have difficulty with the application or require assistance attaching documentation, please contact Avue through the 'Live Chat' or by eMail to: JoeAvue@avuetech.com </Strong> This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies that may occur within 90 days of the closing date. How to Apply: The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/xxx/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. No other form of application will be accepted. Applicants submitting proof documents can electronically attach them, or scan and attach them, to the employment application. Applications and supporting documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. Since this is an on-line application process, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/OJP/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement.

Duties:

Plans, schedules, and conducts projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program or project operations.
Plans, schedules, and conducts projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program or project operations.
Analyzes current and/or required accounting procedures to design new or revise/improve processes. Validates current processes with respect to regulatory requirements.
Analyzes current and/or required accounting procedures to design new or revise/improve processes. Validates current processes with respect to regulatory requirements.
Validates a variety of accounting data that is entered into schedules and accounts. Analyzes and reconciles accounts and prepares balance sheets. Makes adjustments as required. Analyzes cost accounting reports, status of fund reports, and other financial reports for the preparation of summary statements and reports and proposes solutions and alternatives to problem areas.
Validates a variety of accounting data that is entered into schedules and accounts. Analyzes and reconciles accounts and prepares balance sheets. Makes adjustments as required. Analyzes cost accounting reports, status of fund reports, and other financial reports for the preparation of summary statements and reports and proposes solutions and alternatives to problem areas.
Develops procedures and systems for establishing, operating, and assessing the effectiveness of administrative control systems in line or operating programs. Develops procedures and systems for evaluating, accomplishing, and monitoring audits, inspections, or management/internal control reviews.
Develops procedures and systems for establishing, operating, and assessing the effectiveness of administrative control systems in line or operating programs. Develops procedures and systems for evaluating, accomplishing, and monitoring audits, inspections, or management/internal control reviews.
Coordinates information for the formulation, revision, and execution of annual organizational budget projections. Analyzes problems as they relate to fiscal management and program operations of the organization. Reviews work metrics, unit costs, rate structure, job validity, and production indices in support of fiscal and managerial policies and procedures.
Coordinates information for the formulation, revision, and execution of annual organizational budget projections. Analyzes problems as they relate to fiscal management and program operations of the organization. Reviews work metrics, unit costs, rate structure, job validity, and production indices in support of fiscal and managerial policies and procedures.
Analyzes management techniques, processes, and styles for improving organizational effectiveness. Recommends management approaches and work functions needing development and modification.
Analyzes management techniques, processes, and styles for improving organizational effectiveness. Recommends management approaches and work functions needing development and modification.