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Position Title: Management & Program Analyst
Agency: Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number: CADE-23-11806922-JB Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 to Wednesday, February 1, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a United States Citizen?

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A. Yes

B. No

3. Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

A. Yes

B. No

Please read each question carefully and select the best answer(s) that reflects your experience.

1. I qualify for the GS-9 because:

A. I have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-7 level. I have read the vacancy announcement for examples of specialized experience.

B. I have completed a master`s or equivalent graduate degree. I will provide a copy of my college transcript(s).

C. I have 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or a related LL.B. or J.D. I will provide a copy of my college transcript(s).

D. I have a combination of education and experience described above. I have described this information in my resume, and I will provide a copy of my college transcript(s).

E. I do not have the experience or education described above.

2. Select all the Management & Program Analysis tasks that you perform on the job:

A. Monitor and evaluate various programs simultaneously to ensure the successful accomplishment of each program’s goals.

B. Apply knowledge of management principles, processes, analytical methods, and techniques to investigate issues and problems of a procedural or factual nature.

C. Apply knowledge of workforce utilization and determine when deviations from projections occur and the implications on program efficiency and effectiveness.

D. Apply principles of fiscal management to provide forecasts of future budgetary needs for operations and capacity growth.

E. Plan, organize, and direct team study work.

F. None of the above.

3. Identify the functional areas of Program Management that you have experience in:

A. Information Resource Management

B. Property Management

C. Project Management

D. Environmental Management

E. Budget Management

F. Information Technology Management

G. Resource Data Management

H. Human Resource Managements

I. Knowledge Management

J. None of

4. Select the statement that best describes your style of program/project management:

A. I have a hands-on style of management in which I prefer to work alone doing most tasks without advice or supervision.

B. I work with others but manage every aspect of the program/project. This allows me to have (1) complete control of the program/project, (2) to always know exactly what is happening and (3) to make immediate changes as required.

C. I work with others, using a team approach, to formulate decisions based on majority opinion or consensus.

D. I work through others, primarily as the technical specialist and/or senior advisor, offering advice and guidance. I approve and/or make the final decisions(s).

E. None of the above.

5. Indicate the extent to which you have gathered and analyzed facts, determined the accuracy of the date, defined the problem, and identified solutions:

A. I have gathered data/information in preparation for analysis by others.

B. I have gathered data/information, analyzed it, and summarized the results of my findings.

C. I have gathered data/information, performed analyses, summarized results, and identified problem areas.

D. I have gathered statistical data and narrative information, performed analyses, summarized results, identified problem areas, and proposed/implemented solutions.

E. None of the above.

6. Select the response which best describes your experience in responding to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.

A. I have adapted to minor or temporary changes affecting my own assignments or work schedule by rescheduling work or refocusing my efforts.

B. I have rearranged some priorities and rescheduled a significant amount of work to accommodate changes in resources or goals. I have recommended new methods in situations in which established procedures were unavailable or inapplicable.

C. I have rearranged virtually all work priorities and schedules to accommodate sudden major changes, problems, or setbacks. I have chosen or developed new methods in situations in which established procedures were unavailable or inapplicable.

D. None of the above.

7. Identify the statements that best describe your experience working with people on a regular basis.

A. I participate in one-on-one interactions with peers to accomplish assignments.

B. I exchange information in one-on-one situations with others outside of the immediate work group.

C. I work to resolve complaints or problems that may arise within my work group; propose new procedures; I direct incoming calls and visitors to staff who can best help them.

D. I cooperate with others on projects or tasks; elicit necessary information from others who may be reticent, uncooperative, or uninterested.

E. I tactfully handle difficult or uncomfortable situations.

F. I have experience working with those from diverse backgrounds and different economic backgrounds.

G. I am able to work well with everyone on assignments.

H. On teams, I complete assigned tasks on time. My written projects are done to the best of my ability.

I. None of the above.

8. Select the following statement that best describes your written communication skills:

A. I have prepared a wide range of written communication materials such as speeches, talking points, briefing papers, fact sheets, and testimony.

B. I have researched and provided information and data in support of others who have produced speeches, talking points, briefing papers, fact sheets, testimony.

C. I have little or no experience in completing these or similar tasks.

D. None of the above.

9. Select all statements that describe your experience with written communication.

A. I have performed a job which required me to write extensively.

B. I have completed one or more formal writing courses since High School.

C. I have written procedures or guideline documents.

D. I have written training class material.

E. I have written routine email on the job.

F. None of the above.

10. Select one or more of the statements that describes your verbal communication knowledge and experience:

A. I have represented an agency level organization and have established, developed, and maintained effective communication to foster relationships with program leads and management officials at all levels of the organization and management officials outside the agency.

B. I have represented a branch, division within an organization or agency and have established, developed, and maintained effective communication to foster relationships with program leads and management officials at all levels.

C. I have represented a team and have established, developed, and maintained effective communication to foster relationships with program leads and management officials.

D. I have not had the education, training, or experience in performing this task.

11. Select the statement that best describes your oral communication skills.

A. I have experience developing presentation materials (i.e., slides and/or talking points) and independently presenting them before groups.

B. I have experience developing presentation materials (i.e., slides and/or talking points) for others to present before groups.

C. I have no experience in completing these or similar tasks.

12. Your rating is subject to verification based on the application materials that you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. A deliberate attempt to falsify information on your application materials is grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from Federal employment. Please choose the appropriate response below:

A. I certify that my answers are accurate and complete.

B. I do not wish to certify. I understand that I will not be considered for this position.

I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI.

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