What are the responsibilities and job description for the Management Analyst (Policy). position at Office of Management and Budget?
Duties
As a Management Analyst (Policy), GS-0343-14, your typical work assignments may include the following:
Conditions of employment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level or pay band in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, that demonstrates the following: 1-Conducting complex management studies, evaluations, and analyses of acquisition or procurement programs, policies, and operations to improve organizational effectiveness and support strategic objectives; 2-Analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data, operational metrics, workload statistics, and program performance measures to develop recommendations for senior leadership decision-making; 3-Providing advisory services and technical guidance on policy implementation, program management, acquisition initiatives, or organizational improvement efforts involving multiple stakeholders or interagency coordination; AND 4-Preparing and presenting executive-level reports, briefings, policy papers, or recommendations by translating complex analytical findings into clear and actionable guidance for management officials and stakeholders.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (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.
Education
There is no education substitution for this job series.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit:
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement
Employment Information Resources - Resource Center:
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a Management Analyst (Policy), GS-0343-14, your typical work assignments may include the following:
- Serves as a senior Management and Program Analyst responsible for leading complex management studies, policy analyses, and strategic evaluations supporting Federal acquisition and procurement initiatives across the Federal acquisition ecosystem.
- Applies qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to assess the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of acquisition policies, programs, operations, and regulatory initiatives. Conducts comprehensive studies involving acquisition management, organizational performance, and operational improvement efforts affecting Government-wide procurement activities.
- Reviews and evaluates current Federal and nongovernmental acquisition policies, performance trends, operational challenges, and emerging issues to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for program improvement. Develops recommendations to strengthen policy implementation, operational effectiveness, and strategic acquisition outcomes.
- Provides expert analytical and advisory support to senior leadership on acquisition policy, program management, organizational performance, and procurement modernization initiatives. Advises management officials on the impact of proposed legislation, regulations, policy changes, and acquisition data strategies.
- Develops and implements frameworks, processes, and procedures to improve acquisition data collection, standardization, reporting, and information sharing across CFO Act agencies. Evaluates organizational methods and administrative processes to ensure alignment with policy objectives, statutory requirements, and Administration priorities.
- Conducts analyses of organizational workload statistics, acquisition metrics, and performance indicators to assess program effectiveness and support executive-level decision-making. Prepares reports, briefings, presentations, and policy papers for senior officials regarding acquisition management and program performance.
- Translates complex acquisition, procurement, and analytical findings into concise guidance and executive communications tailored to a variety of audiences, including senior leadership, interagency stakeholders, and policymakers.
- Coordinates with OMB offices, Federal agencies, and interagency working groups to support budget formulation, policy implementation, acquisition management initiatives, and strategic planning efforts. Leads or participates in cross-functional teams, task forces, and special projects involving high-visibility acquisition policy matters.
- Provides technical guidance and leadership to staff, interns, and detailees and serves as a lead analyst for assigned projects and initiatives.
Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national
- Selective Service registration if a male born after December 31, 1959
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
- Direct Deposit is required
- RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
- Suitability for Federal employment
- You may be required to complete a one-year trial/probationary period if not previously completed in a competitive or excepted service position.
- Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
- Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
- This is a Drug Testing Designated Position (DTDP) and is covered by the Executive Office of the President Drug-Free Workplace Program.
- More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level or pay band in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, that demonstrates the following: 1-Conducting complex management studies, evaluations, and analyses of acquisition or procurement programs, policies, and operations to improve organizational effectiveness and support strategic objectives; 2-Analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data, operational metrics, workload statistics, and program performance measures to develop recommendations for senior leadership decision-making; 3-Providing advisory services and technical guidance on policy implementation, program management, acquisition initiatives, or organizational improvement efforts involving multiple stakeholders or interagency coordination; AND 4-Preparing and presenting executive-level reports, briefings, policy papers, or recommendations by translating complex analytical findings into clear and actionable guidance for management officials and stakeholders.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (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.
Education
There is no education substitution for this job series.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit:
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement
Employment Information Resources - Resource Center:
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.