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Posted: February 25, 2026 (0 days ago)

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Management and Program Analyst

Department of State - Agency Wide

Department of State

Fresh

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Salary

$121,785 - $158,322

per year

Closes

March 2, 2026More State jobs →

GS-12 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves analyzing workforce needs, managing crisis strategies, and providing expert advice to help the Department of State plan and organize its staff effectively.

You'll review data from various sources, including classified info, to spot problems, suggest fixes, and ensure everything follows regulations.

It's a great fit for someone with strong analytical skills and experience in government operations who enjoys solving complex organizational challenges.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent in federal service
  • Experience identifying gaps in workforce requirements and developing data-driven solutions
  • Leading special studies and analyses for complex workforce planning challenges
  • Performing technical analysis of open-source and classified information to support decisions
  • Drafting hiring plans, position justifications, and recruitment priorities
  • Meeting time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at next lower grade for federal applicants)
  • Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative methods for evaluating reorganization plans

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Operations Center (S/ES-O).

You will be responsible for Crisis Management and Strategy (CMS) management portfolio and providing comprehensive analyses in workforce planning and management services.

This includes conducting organizational reviews and analysis, overseeing position management, allocation, and control, and delivering related analytical and advisory services.

Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.

NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement.

Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F.

Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: -Experience in identifying gaps or conflicts in workforce requirements and developing data-driven alternatives for meeting current and projected workforce requirements.

-Experience in leading special studies and analyses to address complex challenges in workforce planning.

-Experience performing technical analysis of both open-source and classified information to establish program requirements, aid decision making and propose solutions to operational challenges.

-Experience in drafting hiring plans, and justifications for filling positions, and recommending priority positions for recruitment and staffing.

There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.

To be considered well-qualified, in addition to meeting minimum qualifications, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in some, but not all of the major aspects of the position. Major Duties:

  • Provides expert advice, recommendations, and guidance to senior management.
  • Conducts systematic evaluations to ensure compliance with department regulations and procedures.
  • Reviews, analyzes, and provides authoritative interpretations of new and proposed regulations.
  • Conducts comprehensive technical analysis of both open-source and classified information to establish program requirements, inform key decisions, and propose operational solutions.
  • Utilizing qualitative and/or quantitative methods, reviews and analyzes reorganization plans and proposals submitted.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/25/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/26/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: S/ES-S-2026-0002