Program Analyst

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This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Science & Technology Directorate. The primary purpose of this position is: Serve as a Program Analyst responsible for supporting and coordinating programs and projects that impact DHS and its subordinate agencies. The incumbent provides analytical and evaluative support, advice, and consultation to management officials, other Federal agencies, and public interest groups. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position. Specialized Experience GS-13: You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: Applicants must have specialized experience planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs, policies, or operations involving Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Counter-UAS systems (C-UAS). Experience analyzing complex operational, technical, regulatory, or security issues related to these capabilities and emerging threats; interpreting and applying federal laws, regulations, standards and policies governing UAS/C-UAS authorities. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. Specialized Experience GS-14: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: For this position, specialized experience is defined as expert level ability to analyze complex unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats and integration issues and develop policies, plans, and strategies to address these issues; leading projects and making recommendations to leadership in alignment with departmental guidance; developing and maintaining partnerships with C-UAS stakeholders throughout interagency organizations with different missions, positions, and interests. Must possess expert knowledge of homeland and national security issues in association with the intricacies of UAS detection and mitigation authorities, particularly 6 U.S.C § 124n and/or 10 U.S.C. 130i and the authorities/reliefs granted to Federal entities; familiarity with UAS detection and mitigation equipment capabilities; understanding of key UAS/C-UAS rules, regulations, and laws, and the enforcement implications associated with protecting the homeland from UAS threats; recognition of the privacy and civil rights implications associated with C-UAS technology. Proficiency in coordinating with other federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners to ensure mission success and/or engaging with Congressional, international, and industry stakeholders is highly desired. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. 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. Note: Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 Form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. Employees applying with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT ALL OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION AS A STATUS CANDIDATE. 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. 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, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

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