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Posted: March 25, 2026 (2 days ago)

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PROGRAM ANALYST

Bureau of Naval Personnel

Department of the Navy

Fresh

Location

Salary

$74,678 - $97,087

per year

Closes

March 30, 2026

GS-9 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $51,332 - $66,732

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-8. Master's degree or 2 years graduate study.

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

Job Description

Summary

This job involves analyzing and supporting Navy incentive pay programs by reviewing policies, providing guidance to teams, and recommending improvements to ensure everything runs smoothly and complies with rules.

It's ideal for someone with experience in government or military administration who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and communicating clearly with leaders and staff.

The role is based in Tennessee and suits detail-oriented professionals ready to handle operational reviews and briefings.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience at GS-09 level or equivalent, including evaluating operational processes for incentive pay programs
  • Knowledge of regulations and policies to guide administrative support and leadership
  • Experience assisting in preparing briefs on policies
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for interacting with all levels of personnel
  • Ability to review and interpret directives for regulatory compliance
  • Skills in researching issues, collecting data, and identifying program improvements
  • Proficiency in analyzing data, interpreting policies, and providing consultations on enlisted orders

Full Job Description

You will serve as a PROGRAM ANALYST in the SPECIAL ASSISTANTS BRANCH of NAVY PERSONNEL COMMAND.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Evaluating and reviewing operational processes and procedures of the incentive pay programs; 2) Applying regulations and policies to provide program guidance to administrative support personnel and leadership; 3) Assisting in the preparation of briefs on existing, new, or updated policies; and 4) Communicating effectively, orally and in writing, to interact with leadership and personnel at all levels.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Major Duties:

  • You will review, interpret, and remain current on incentive pay program-related directives to determine regulatory compliance.
  • You will research and provide guidance for program management and execution; resolve complex issues; collect data; and identify areas for program improvement.
  • You will analyze program-related data and interpret policies and directives for stakeholders to identify trends, potential issues, change requirements, etc.
  • You will provide consultations and recommendations regarding the issuance of enlisted orders related to incentive pay programs.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/25/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/25/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ST-12917749-26-ANW