Program Analyst

This position is in the US Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Under Secretary for Policy. The position serves as a principal policy advisor to the Secretary and provides leadership in the development of policies for the Department, generating proposals and providing advice on optimizing organizational operations and aligning policy initiatives across all modes of transportation. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The Program Analyst: Provides advice on policy and program matters having national implications on agency regulations and legislation and is responsible for the execution of a broad and complex set of assignments as delegated by executive leadership and has been assigned authority to manage key positions within the immediate office of the Assistant Secretary to carry out and accomplish the mission. Manages administrative and program activities related to research program issues and makes strategic plans and decisions to improve programs by establishing criteria for program performance and works with Department managers and other Federal agencies in the implementation of managerial and administrative programs. Directs, coordinates and facilitates the implementation of managerial programs designed to optimize organizational operation such as the development of how managers within S3 execute organizational programs related to Departmental policy alignment requiring organizational approval. This responsibility requires the knowledge, development, and execution of key strategic initiatives. Provides long and short team strategic plans for future research investments to support administrative initiatives that improve the efficiency of managerial processes for the Assistant Secretary and partners within OST, the Department, Federal Sector, Industry, and vendors as required to improve organizational effectiveness. Leads, directs and coordinates special projects and initiatives on behalf of executive leadership frequently involving other executive officers and/or outside agencies to identify research gaps, synergies and potential research investment ensuring alignment with the Administration's research agenda and Departmental strategic goals. The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced strategic advisor and leader skilled in managing high-profile policy, administrative and organizational initiatives, with national impact. Functioning as a trusted confidant, this individual excels at establishing strategic direction, optimizing organizational operations and aligning policy initiatives with Administration's and Departmental goals. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements. To qualify for the Grade 15, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14, it must include: Experience providing strategic advice and administrative management on Federal programs, policies, regulations and activities having National implications. Experience managing Presidential transition procedures and processes, and congressional hearing preparation procedures. Experience analyzing and evaluating proposals, position papers, progress reports and other actions documents submitted by program offices to executive level leadership, to ensure validity and adherence to established policy directives. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Strategic Thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization in a global economy. Examine policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities. Administration and Management: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resou

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