Graduate Program Manager Jobs in Ashburn, VA (NOW HIRING)

Summary
As a Management and Program Analyst (Recent Graduate) at the GS-0343-7/9, you will be part of Office of Personnel Management, Workforce Policy and Innovation. If selected, you will you will support governmentwide recruitment and outreach programs by analyzing workforce data, assisting with program evaluations, developing outreach materials, collaborating with agencies and external partners, and providing technical assistance to strengthen Federal hiring initiatives.
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• Support governmentwide recruitment and outreach initiatives, including early career talent, Student Pathways Programs, Veterans, Military Spouses, and Second Chance Act programs.
• Analyze workforce and student employment data to identify recruitment trends and recommend outreach improvements.
• Assist in evaluating recruitment programs and developing reports, presentations, and recommendations to improve program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Federal agencies, educational institutions, and stakeholder organizations to support recruitment and outreach initiatives.
• Provide technical assistance on recruitment flexibilities, student employment programs, and applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain outreach materials, web content, and communications supporting governmentwide recruitment efforts.
• Participate in conferences, workshops, job fairs, and other outreach activities to promote Federal employment opportunities.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required
• You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office.
• This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.

Qualifications
To qualify for the grade GS-7, you must meet one of the following:
A. Successfully completed a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement, described below. (Transcripts Required)
Superior Academic Achievement: To qualify for superior academic achievement you must have completed the requirements for a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with either:(1) class standing in the upper third of a graduating class or major subdivision; or,(2) a grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale based on four (4) years of education or the final two (2) years; or,(3) a grade point average of 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final two (2) years of the curriculum; or,(4) membership in a national scholastic honor society.
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B. Successfully completed one full academic year of graduate-level education in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, or another closely related field which provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to do the work of the position. (Transcripts Required)
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C. Possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service performing all of the following: Researching policies, regulations, guidance, or program information to develop recommendations for customers; Analyzing data to identify trends and prepare reports, presentations, or other program documentation; Compiling information and coordinating routine program activities to support recruitment and/or outreach initiatives; AND Coordinating with team members, customers, or partner organizations on meetings, outreach activities, communications, or special projects.
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Have an equivalent combination of the experience described in 'C' and the graduate-level education described in "B'. To determine if you qualify under this combination, first determine your total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required; then determine your education as a percentage of the graduate education required; and then add the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Note: You must submit a copy of your graduate transcripts with your application. (Transcripts Required)
To qualify for the grade GS-9, you must meet one of the following:
A. Possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service performing all of the following: Interpreting qualitative and/or quantitative data to evaluate recruitment, outreach, or workforce program effectiveness;
Preparing reports, presentations, recommendations, or other written products related to program operations; Collaborating with educational institutions and stakeholder organizations to support recruitment and outreach initiatives; AND Providing technical guidance on recruitment, hiring, workforce, or student employment policies or program requirements.
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B. Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B. or J.D., if related. Such education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. (Transcripts Required)
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C. You have the specialized experience as described in A, but less than one year; and I have more than one year but less than the required education in B. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18.Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.(Transcripts Required)
Successful applicants are placed in a dynamic 1 year developmental program with the potential to lead to a civil service career in the Federal Government. At the successful conclusion of this program, you may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a Federal career or career-conditional position
To meet the Recent Graduate Program Eligibility requirements, you must have obtained a qualifying Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution, within the previous 2 years.
Applicants who will meet all degree or certificate requirements for graduation within 30 days of the announcement's closing date are eligible to apply.
All Education must be accredited by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants may verify accreditation at the following website: Accreditation. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by OPM accordingly.
ATTENTION VETERANS: A veteran, as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2108, who due to military service obligation, was precluded from applying to the Recent Graduates Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period shall have a full 2-year period of eligibility upon his or her release or discharge from active duty. In no event, however, may the individual's eligibility period extend beyond 6 years from the date on which the individual completed the requirements of an academic course of study.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.
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Relocation expenses will not be paid.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.
If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here.
Reasonable Accommodation 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 Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire
PROGRAM COMPLETION AND CONVERSION ELIGIBILITY:
Program participants may be converted, without a break in service, to a term, career or career conditional appointment upon completion of program requirements.
To be eligible for conversion, Recent Graduates must:
- Complete one continuous year of work experience acquired through a Recent Graduate Program
- Complete 40 hours of formal interactive training
- Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted
- Meet any agency-specific requirements specified in the Participant's Agreement
- Demonstrate successful job performance that results in a rating of record of at least Fully Successful and a recommendation for conversion by the first level supervisor.
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, the duration of your appointment will be considered a trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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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.
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