Remote Program Analyst Jobs in Frederick, MD (NOW HIRING)

Summary
Position is located in the Office of Acquisition & Logistics (OAL) within the Department of Veterans Affairs. This position is responsible for analyzing, evaluating, and improving the efficiency of and effectiveness of operating acquisition and logistics programs. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert providing requirements analysis and acquisition advice to the functional area technical experts requirements and contractual matters based on a working knowledge of acquisition regulations and policy.
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***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***
Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Provide analysis of acquisition and logistics programs and training activities with a variety of assignments addressing the effectiveness and efficiency of acquisition and logistics programs and functions, provide input on management studies, evaluate and provide analysis to inform business decision, and review specifications and requirements by performing analysis on capabilities, costs, and functionality. Works on special projects, participates in technical reviews and analyses of broad, complex, and unique sensitive projects in order to develop and oversee the implementation of specific enterprise initiatives.
Provides analysis and collaborates on acquisition and logistics projects and resolves an array of complex problems. Participates in cross-functional project teams to ensure organizational objectives are achieved, supporting internal and external business development programs/projects, and provide expertise and analysis to program/project management teams that carry out complex program management actions. Assist analytical and data management activities within the business unit and collaborate with project teams. Analyzes contractor services and deliverables, makes appropriate recommendations to the business unit director concerning shortfalls, completions of reports, and other issues/problems that may arise based upon evaluations of contractor performance. Evaluates goals and objectives, measures progress, and adjusts as needed.
Coordinates the evaluation and analysis of special projects designed to meet critical, unique, or innovative organizational performance needs for headquarters OAL. Develops and modifies new processes and procedures to improve the quality and effectiveness of OAL programs and operations. Determines acquisition strategies and objectives to be pursued taking into account overall OAL and VA objectives and considerations such as socioeconomic programs, competition, pricing arrangements, subcontracting, and similar considerations normally requiring the use of innovative and unique acquisition techniques. Serves as the technical SME to provide continual process improvement. Establish effective tracking, reporting and system management of processes and report processes and impacts to business unit director and leadership. Analyzes requirements, prepares, and executes various statutory determinations such as method of contracting, type of contract, extent of competition, and type of service. Reviews and analyzes broad, complex, and unique operational processes that involve the full spectrum of functions for which the business unit is responsible. Provide input to the business unit director. Exercises considerable latitude to determine the scope of projects, resources required, and the processes to be followed.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm EST.
Location: The selectee will be required to report on-site at 7485 New Horizon Way, Frederick, MD 21703.
Telework: Available - Ad Hoc telework (situational telework) as determined by the agency policy.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: PD19834A and PD19839A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
• Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period or two year 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 probationary period one year probationary period or two year trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/10/2026.
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

• For a GS-12 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-11.
• For a GS-13 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-12.

The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to some former Federal employees applying for reinstatement, as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. See the Required Document section below for more information regarding the SF-50s needed to verify time-in-grade.
You may qualify based on your experience as described below:
GS-12 Requirement:

• Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-11 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Assisting in preparing reports and briefings by gathering data, drafting initial content, and refining materials under supervisory guidance.
  • Supported evaluations of organizational programs by collecting information, conducting preliminary assessments, and identifying potential risks for review by senior analysts.
  • Contributed to developing and revising processes and procedures by analyzing assigned components and recommending improvements with oversight.
  • Performed baseline analysis of programs and training activities to support organizational performance and resource planning under direction from higher level staff.

GS-13 Requirement:

• Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-12 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Preparing and presenting detailed reports and briefings that communicated study results, process impacts, and recommended initiatives to senior leadership.
  • Conducting comprehensive evaluations of organizational programs to determine effectiveness, assess operational risks, and recommend data driven improvements.
  • Developing and refining processes and procedures to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations across the organization.
  • Providing in depth analysis of programs and training activities to support organizational performance, compliance, and resource planning.

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Project management, policy writing, performing analysis and interpreting survey reports, preparing presentations and findings, analytical thinking, evaluating organizational impact risk management, external awareness, internal/external customer service, teamwork, and self-management.
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; religions; 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.
Note: Resume must include job title and employer name, number of hours worked per week, start and end dates (including month and year), list of duties and responsibilities for each position held. In addition, if the experience was a federal position, you must list series and grade for each position held. Failure to include this information may result in an ineligible rating. A full year of work is considered to be 40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office.
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be found well qualified, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Led complex organizational studies involving multi-layered data analysis to evaluate the impact, feasibility, and effectiveness of existing and proposed systems and procedures across program areas.
• Managed cross-functional projects using advanced analytical techniques and project management methods to support major organizational initiatives and high-visibility program decisions.
• Assessed organizational risk by identifying operational vulnerabilities, interpreting management study results, and developing high-level recommendations for leadership consideration.
• Designed and implemented improved processes and procedures by integrating established instructional systems methodologies, organizational data, and performance outcomes to strengthen program effectiveness.
• Produced authoritative reports, studies, and executive-level briefings that synthesized analytical findings, program impacts, and policy implications for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Interpreted and applied complex policies, regulations, and federal mandates to guide organizational strategy, develop policy direction, and ensure alignment with evolving acquisition and logistics requirements.

Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Local Commuting Area: The local commuting area for this position is defined as a radius of 50 miles from Frederick, MD. This includes all locations that fall within a 50-mile driving distance from 7485 New Horizon Way, Frederick, MD 21703.
Education
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
Additional information
Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration (HRA) at The Fa...