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Management and Program Analyst (LMR)

Government Accountability Office Β· Legislative Branch
πŸ“ Washington, District of Columbia PT-3 $117,929 - $187,680/yr
Posted: Mar 30, 2026 Deadline: Apr 13, 2026 (Closes in 8 days days left)

About This Position

This position is located in the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Labor-Management Relations (LMR) group. The CAO's office plays a central role in the day-to-day operations of GAO; implementing a number of agency- wide programs and overseeing the operations of all CAO units which include financial, information technology, human capital, infrastructure operations functions and labor relations.

Qualifications

Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower band level, equivalent to the Band PT-II, PE-IIB, or GS-13 grade level in the federal service, which has equipped the applicant with the skills and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as experience collecting and analyzing complex and sensitive information to labor management relations initiatives, researching, evaluating and providing recommendation to senior management on various Union issues; tracking various projects and reports; analyzing bargaining team data; preparing written reports for implementation on various solutions.

Major Duties

As a Management and Program Analyst (LMR), PT-0343-3, your typical work assignments may include the following: Performs comprehensive analyses (quantitative and qualitative) of information regarding Labor Management Relations. Serves as a member of the agency bargaining teams during negotiations, gathering data and preparing responses for the LMR team. Participates on Agency projects representing the LMR team.

Develops new or modified approaches to resolve complex issues to increase efficiency and effectiveness and/or to improve customer service. Collaborates with other staff to develop solutions to problems and deliver quality services; to ensure alignment with LMR goals and improve internal operations. Maintains oversight of communications in the LR mailbox and responds to requests for meeting notifications and works with the LMR staff on various inquiries received, preparing data for agency responses to requests for information.

Designs and conducts comprehensive and broad studies/reviews or manages major projects. Assist the LMR team in preparing written internal communications and developing and delivering other types of materials/activities as needed to various GAO offices.

Conditions of Employment

You must meet all qualification requirements before the announcement closes.

Education

There is no education requirement for this position.

How You Will Be Evaluated

If you meet the qualification requirements stated above, you will be further rated based on your responses to the vacancy questions. Please make sure that your responses to the vacancy questions are supported in your resume. Please follow all instructions carefully. If you provide incomplete answers, fail to provide a narrative response to any vacancy question(s) that requires further explanation, or if your response to a vacancy question is "see resume", your rating may be affected or you may be determined ineligible.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Data Management, Planning and Evaluating, Project Management, and Research

Additional Information

Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. USAJOBS will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages, and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying to a job. This is a NON-Bargaining Unit position.

OPTION FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS: Based on the staffing needs, additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement. Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please email [email protected] U.S. Government Accountability Office's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The U.S.

Government Accountability Office's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. - To begin, click Apply to access the online application.

You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. - Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.

You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.

Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. - After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.

Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. For technical issue with USAJOBS: Please refer to the USAJOBS help page.

Required Documents

You must provide a complete application package which includes: Resume: must be created using the USAJOBS resume builder and show relevant work experience. Current GAO employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing tenure, type of service (competitive/excepted), as well as the highest grade/band held. The SF-50 must show that you are currently a GAO employee.

What is required in the resume? Resumes submitted for federal jobs are required to have: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-Job experience should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how your previous work experience relates to and helps you meet the required qualifications in the GAO job announcement to which you are applying.

Education, certifications or licensures-If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure you include the required information on the resume. For more information on the how to check the resume for the new 2-page requirement, please go to the Help Center or click the link : USAJOBS Help Center - Update your resume now so it meets new resume requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Management and Program Analyst (LMR) position at Government Accountability Office?
The salary range for this position is $117,929 - $187,680/yr. This is a PT-3 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Management and Program Analyst (LMR) job located?
This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower band level, equivalent to the Band PT-II, PE-IIB, or GS-13 grade level in the federal service, which has equipped the applicant with the skills and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as experi...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Apr 13, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does PT-3 mean?
PT-3 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.