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This position is within the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Compliance, Audit and Risk Management, Compliance and Governance, FERC Compliance group. In this career-ladder role, you will be a key analyst ensuring BPA meets the critical federal and regional energy reliability standards that keep our power grid secure. You'll analyze, develop, and improve the programs and processes that guide our compliance with these vital regulations, playing a central role in BPA's mission.Qualifications:

BASIC REQUIREMENT:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
GS-09: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) assisting in the review of program documentation for compliance with established rules, regulations, or procedures; 2) gathering data from various sources to identify and recommend solutions for procedural problems or to improve operational efficiency; and 3) preparing reports, summaries, or other documents that support program activities, coordinate meetings, or training with internal stakeholders.
You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows:
GS-9: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or an LL.B. or J.D., if related. Your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Fields of study such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Auditing, or Paralegal Studies are examples of majors that may provide the necessary knowledge and skills.
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A combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first year of full-time study may be credited). One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours the graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. If the graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study is not available, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) is used. When crediting education that requires specific course work, the number of hours of related courses required, as a proportion of the total education, is prorated.
GS-11: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) assisting in the analysis of programs by applying analytical and evaluative techniques to gather data, conduct studies of work processes, identify problems, and prepare reports on findings; and 2) assisting in the development and documentation of program processes, procedures, and implementation plans to support organizational compliance with regulatory requirements.
You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows:
GS-11: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., if related. Your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Fields of study such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Auditing, or Paralegal Studies are examples of majors that may provide the necessary knowledge and skills.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education:

If substituting education for specialized experience you must submit proof of your qualifying education. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Department of Education Accreditation Search to verify school accreditation.

Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system.
Failure to provide college transcripts may result in a rating of 'Ineligible'.Employment Type: OTHER