Management and Program Analyst (Actions Officer) (NH-4)

Summary

See below for important information regarding this job. Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement.

Duties

Serve as the principal Action Officer and technical authority directing DCMA’s strategic plan, enterprise priorities, and integration efforts with OSD, Joint Staff, and flag-level officials. Lead cross-functional teams to resolve complex, sensitive issues and execute external mandates stemming from Presidential Executive Orders, DoD directives, and Congressional inquiries. Develop authoritative briefings, decision papers, CONOPS, and talking points that translate highly complex technical and policy issues into actionable strategic direction for the Director and Deputy Director. Build and manage innovative data requirements, defining new metrics, evaluation models, and dashboards to measure contractor performance and inform agency-wide resource allocation. Represent DCMA in high-level DoD working groups and negotiate controversial, resource-intensive organizational changes (e.g., staff reallocations) with senior leaders. Lead cross-functional boards to revise ineffective agency-wide policies, streamline operational workflows, and establish standardized reporting frameworks. Mentor personnel in leadership programs, construct high-performing lean teams, and resolve complex funding or contracting obstacles to ensure mission success.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Management and Program Analyst (Actions Officer), your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in, or related to, this position. To qualify for the NH-04 level, specialized experience must be at the NH-03 or GS-13 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Applying comprehensive knowledge of DoD acquisition and life cycle management policies, procedures, and practices to execute defense programs. Stratifying resources, planning and executing budgets, analyzing financial impacts, and forecasting long-term funding requirements within established constraints. Orchestrating complex, multi-faceted projects and studies from conception through completion. Synthesizing complex rules and regulations to analyze problems, synthesize findings, and deliver actionable recommendations. Advising stakeholders, maintain strong working relations, and engage customers with a high degree of tact and diplomacy. Delivering clear, concise, and persuasive written and oral communications to diverse audiences.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

How you will be evaluated

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and/or score. Once the application process is complete, a manual review of your resume and supporting documentation will occur to determine if you are eligible and among the best qualified as determined by the predetermined cutoff score. Your score is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire Assessment. This additional online assessment is required and must be completed within 48 hours of submitting your application (which may be prior to the closing date of this announcement), unless you have requested Reasonable Accommodation for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Your results will be kept on record for one year when applying for future jobs that require the same USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13103511. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/16/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended. Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link. Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused. Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources at https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).

Other information

This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: DoDI 1400.25-V300. Tour of Duty: 1st Shift FLSA: Exempt Bargaining Unit: No If selected for an interview, you may be required to provide your last three performance appraisals to the panel. Selectee may be required to serve a trial/probationary period. Military spouses working remotely are exempt from in-person work under the conditions explained by OPM's February 12, 2025 memorandum and the March 20, 2025 Frequently Asked Questions.