Program Analyst

This DHS Joint Duty assignment is located in the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate (IRIS), Identity and Information Management Division (IIMD), Policy and Analysis Branch, Information Policy Section (IMP). The incumbent serves as a Program Analyst and advisor to management and executives on USCIS' Records and Information Management related program operations. Applies a wide range of qualitative and quantitative system and management support using principles, processes, and systems as they relate to administration of MD141-001. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Assisting the development of policies, guidance, and training as they pertain to management of immigration and non-immigration (business support) records. Establishing strategic objectives for projects and activities in alignment with strategic priorities and directives. Conducting root cause analysis to identify issues in order to assist in the development of solutions to increase efficiency and capability of the workforce in the management of immigration information. Effectively communicating policy or operational changes to stakeholders, both internal and external to the agency. Planning, organizing and directing team study or work for project teams, and persuades or negotiates effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations where the proposals require extensive changes in established procedures. Co-leading Records Management compliance activities including, assessments, surveys, inventories, and any internal/external reporting. Other program operational duties as assigned. There is more than one position available.

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination will be made. You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.

**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving. If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position. Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA: Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA. Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include: Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA. Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA. Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/23/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link, and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

1. Resume: Do not include any personally identifiable information (PII) i.e., home address, social security number, or date of birth. Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section. 2. SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information: Your appointment in the Federal service Tenure Grade and Step Full performance level If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position. 3. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.