LAB ACCREDITATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Consumer Product Safety Commission
FreshPosted Jan 23
✓ Fresh Listing
Posted: January 23, 2026 (0 days ago)
This job was posted recently. Fresh listings typically have less competition.
Program Analyst - CES Recent Graduate
Defense Information Systems Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Salary
$46,610 - $91,815
per year
Type
Closes
January 30, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is an entry-level role for recent college graduates in the Defense Information Systems Agency, where you'll analyze programs to check how well they support the agency's goals and suggest improvements.
It involves hands-on training and working on studies or surveys to make operations more effective.
It's a great fit for motivated new grads with a solid GPA who want to build a career in government while gaining practical skills in program analysis.
Key Requirements
- Recent graduate (within 2 years of obtaining an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational, or Technical degree/certificate from a qualifying institution; or within 90 days of graduation; veterans up to 6 years)
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale (transcripts required)
- For GG-05 level: At least one year of experience preparing charts, graphs, or visual aids to support program effectiveness
- For GG-07 level: At least one year of experience analyzing findings and making recommendations to management
- For GG-09 level: At least one year of experience planning, tracking, coordinating programs, or managing related resources
- U.S. citizenship (implied for DoD positions)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Full Job Description
The recent graduates program targets individuals who have graduated recently from qualifying educational institutions or programs.
To be eligible, applicants must apply within 2 years of degree or certificate completion, except for veterans precluded from doing so due to their military service obligations, who will have up to 6 years after degree or certificate completion.
Successful applicants will be placed in a dynamic, career development program.
The recent graduates program targets individuals who have graduated recently from qualifying educational institutions or programs.
To be eligible, applicants must apply within 2 years of degree or certificate completion, except for veterans precluded from doing so due to their military service obligations, who will have up to 6 years after degree or certificate completion.
Successful applicants will be placed in a dynamic, career development program.
Who May Be Considered: Individuals who have obtained a qualifying Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution, within the previous 2 years.
OR Individuals who will obtain a qualifying Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within 90 days from the date of application.
Applicants must provide proof of degree conferral prior to appointment OR Veterans (as defined in 5 U.S.C.
2108) who were unable to apply within 2 years of obtaining a qualifying Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution due to their military service obligation.
Veterans have a full 2-year eligibility period to apply upon his/her release or discharge from active duty. The eligibility period for veterans must be within 6 years of degree completion.
In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below. Basic Requirement: This position has a positive education requirement.
Applicants must meet the basic educations requirements in order to be found minimally qualified for the position.
GPA Requirement - This position requires a minimum cumulative (GPA) Grade Point Average OF 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
(You must submit transcripts or proof of education to verify your claim) Qualifying Experience: For the GG-05 your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.
Qualifying experience is defined as: Preparing charts, graphs or other visual aids in support of program effectiveness.
For the GG-07 your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.
Qualifying experience is defined as: Analyzing findings and making recommendations to various levels of management.
For the GG-09 your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.
Qualifying experience is defined as: Planning, tracking and coordinating programs or coordinating resources related to assigned programs.
Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume.
STUDENTS MAY APPLY IF THEY ARE WITHIN 90 DAYS OF GRADUATING FROM THE DATE OF APPLICATION. Major Duties:
- As a participant in the Recent Graduates Program, you will receive both formal and on-the-job training to develop the required knowledge and skill to successfully perform the duties of the position.
- Analyzes technical and/or administrative personnel programs which support mission requirements and determines program effectiveness and efficiency.
- Participates in or conducts studies/surveys, analyzing findings and making recommendations which support assigned mission.
- Participates in long-range personnel planning in support of assigned DISA programs (planning includes tracking, consolidating, and coordinating available resources relating to assigned programs).
- Exhibits skill in all phases of document preparation and processing, including use of word processing systems, graphics, electronic mail, and desktop publishing.
Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes