Policy Analyst (Interagency Performance/ Budget)
About This Position
The White House's Office of National Drug Control Policy, Office of Performance and Budget (ONDCP/OPB) seeks Performance and/or Budget Analysts at the GS-09 through GS-14 levels for multiple six-month, non-reimbursable* detail positions, with an additional six-month option to extend. Detailees would give expert performance advice on important matters for the Office of Performance and Budget. To apply, submit your resume directly to [email protected].
Qualifications
This opportunity is open to any Federal civil service employee who is a U.S. Citizen and eligible for a detail assignment. Full-time details are preferred; however, opportunities exist for part-time details (e.g., 32 hours/week).Ideal candidates will have the ability to provide detailed program performance analysis.
The ideal applicant would have demonstrated experience with some of the following: Establishing and executing on Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) measures; Supporting the identification of evidence-based and evidence-informed practices within grant and other programmatic activities; Designing, implementing, and utilizing data collection instruments; Stakeholder engagement and feedback; Cross Agency, Department, and Interagency communication and collaboration; Working on high-visibility projects and products; Developing and applying performance management strategies and solutions to address performance management challenges and improve program effectiveness; Communicating complex and/or technical information to a broad range of audiences; Managing relationships and customer service with key internal and external stakeholders; Synthesizing highly complex and voluminous materials and presenting complex ideas, conclusions and recommendations persuasively and effectively, developing and delivering briefings, status reports and correspondence to leadership; Conducting diverse activities simultaneously and responding rapidly to varying, often time-pressured, assignments; Conducting evaluation and analyses of issues involving programs and policies; Drafting and presenting succinct written products to describe and summarize analyses, policy options and implications, and recommendations on such issues. Understanding federal budget processes and governing laws, rules, policies, and regulations to provide analysis, advice and assistance regarding the effect of budgetary requirements and to evaluate the impact of changes in national, state, local and tribal programs on federal fiscal policy. Understanding the functions, duties, operations, procedures and processes of the executive branch, procedures and requirements of congressional committees, public and legislative policy, and organizational aspects of government programs.
Analyzing complex problems and developing timely and practical solutions, especially in areas of budget formulation and program administration. Recognizing and analyzing problems, conducting in-depth research, and gathering, evaluating, and interpreting complex information. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Only experience and education obtained by the closing of this announcement will be considered.
For the GS-09: Must currently hold a GS-09 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. For the GS-11: Must currently hold a GS-11 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. For the GS-12: Must currently hold a GS-12 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement.
For the GS-13: Must currently hold a GS-13 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. For the GS-14: Must currently hold a GS-14 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. Qualified candidates interested in this detail opportunity should first seek tentative approval from their leadership to participate.
OPB and ONDCP leadership will review submitted resumes and may reach out to the applicant to conduct an interview if the applicant appears qualified for the position. ONDCP will follow up with all applicants regarding final determinations. If selected, applicants would work for the duration of the detail at ONDCP's offices located at 1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC.
Any questions should be sent to [email protected]. ONDCP will request confirmation from applicants that they have received tentative approval from their leadership before proceeding with the resume review process. Candidates should submit a 1-2-page resume.
Major Duties
You will have the unique opportunity to work at the highest levels of government and to interact with a variety of staff and policy officials at the White House, Executive Office of the President (EOP), and over fifty National Drug Control Program Agencies (NDCPAs) across the Executive Branch. Due to the nature of the Office of Performance and Budget's work activities, the duties of this position will closely align to those of Performance and Budget Analysts. Some of these duties will include: Assist in the issuance of a data call to assigned departments and agencies specifying the timeline for completing the National Drug Control Assessment and the required format and information.
Assist in the production of the National Drug Control Assessment. Collect data and information for assigned agencies for the National Drug Control Assessment to ensure the document is released according to statutory requirements. Monitor and track relevant performance audits, reviews, inspections, evaluations, and other sources of performance data for all assigned programs, providing updates to ONDCP leadership on their status and potential impact.
Assist in conducting performance reviews (or tracking those conducted by GAO, OIG, or contractors) of National Drug Control Program Agencies (NDCPAs) programs and activities to identify areas of successes and opportunities for refinement. Reviewing performance measures, targets, and results of NDCPAs and provide recommendations to refine how the performance of the agencies and implementation of the National Drug Control Strategy are measured. Building, analyzing, and visualizing performance databases and dashboards.
Developing products and processes connecting drug control performance with budget, strategy, and policy. Coordinate with the interagency and ONDCP Components in fulfillment of other statutory reporting responsibilities as required for assigned drug control program agencies. As necessary, support the update and issuance of new ONDCP Circulars.
Plan and carry out broad and complex strategic policy analyses to make recommendations on drug control program agency and program funding to achieve the policies and priorities of the National Drug Control Strategy. Advise ONDCP senior leadership on significant budget management recommendations to support policy and initiatives for such actions. Coordinate with senior representatives from other agencies regarding budget submissions to ensure their compliance with statute, circulars, Congressional authorizations, and budget submissions; and that they contribute to achieving the policies and priorities of the President's National Drug Control Strategy.
Make budget certification recommendations for assigned accounts and, if a budget is determined to be inadequate to carry out the National Drug Control Strategy, identifies budget actions the federal agency must take to make the budget adequate. Coordinate drug control funding estimates, justifications, and background documentation, and evaluate the overall strategic effect on key ONDCP policies, goals, and objectives. Monitor National Drug Control Program Agency financial resources to ensure proper allocation of funds in accord with the priorities of the National Drug Control Program.
Evaluate changes in policy that affect budget formulation of the annual national drug control program budget. Assist in managing and developing the National Drug Control Strategy: Budget Summary and other documents. Conduct special projects, assignments and analyses that include in-depth studies, publications, and presentations.
Current federal employees working in the Budget Analyst, or Performance Analyst series are encouraged to apply.
How You Will Be Evaluated
How You Will Be Evaluated: Your resume will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required and the extent to which your application shows that you possess the specialized experience associated with this position. Once minimum qualifications are determined, your resume will be ranked against the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) as addressed in the body of your resume. Experience which demonstrates how you meet the QRFs should be clearly documented in your resume.
Additional Information
*Please note that a non-reimbursable detail means the detailee's home agency will continue to pay the detailee's salary and benefits during the term of the detail. ONDCP will not pay for any relocation expenses associated with this detail. ONDCP will request confirmation from applicants that they have received tentative approval from their leadership before proceeding with the resume review process.
Candidates should submit a 1-2-page resume.*Please note that a non-reimbursable detail means the detailee's home agency will continue to pay the detailee's salary and benefits during the term of the detail. ONDCP will not pay for any relocation or TDY expenses associated with this detail. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
This opportunity is open to any Federal civil service employee who is a U.S. Citizen and eligible for a detail assignment. Full-time details are preferred; however, opportunities exist for part-time details (e.g., 32 hours/week).
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How to Apply
Applicants must send their resume via email to [email protected] by 11:59 PM (EST) of the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. Resumes will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process, at which time the vacancy announcement could be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Required Documents
SF-50 (Current and former federal employees) must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing competitive status; Tenure 1 or 2 in Block 24; Position Occupied 1 in Block 34; and highest grade held on a permanent basis or full performance level of current position, whichever is higher. Resume which must include the following information: announcement number and job title for which you are applying; beginning and ending dates (mo/yr) for paid or non-paid work experience; and average number of hours worked per week.