Management & Program Analyst
The incumbent serves as a Process Improvement Specialist for the Process Improvement Section within the QSV at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) and is an expert in the deployment of Service Improvement Model (SIM), VAPAHCS' management system. Incumbent is responsible for determining the need and scope of data gathering and analysis, leading teams in process improvement activities and projects, and creating reportable metrics in support of SIM deployment. The incumbent will facilitate education and training of persons in support of Process Improvement and is responsible for leading many special projects that entail a variety of tasks and duties. The major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Analyzes and evaluates, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of the VAPAHCS programs or operations in meeting established goals and objectives Use data sources including VSSC and VistA to gather data, determine pertinent issues, and collect relevant information Lead efforts in the use of information to improve quality, safety, effectiveness and efficiency Researches and recommends, and guides implementation of new or proposed improved practices for application in support of activities and projects Manages projects within multiple systems and throughout multiple service across the VAPAHCS. Serve as an internal consultant to groups working to improve quality and performance. Facilitates courses or presentations related to all aspects of process improvement Review, analyze, and evaluate training courses and programs to assess the quality and effectiveness of training materials Conduct extensive research and compiles data from diverse sources Extracts and assembles information, conducts analysis and develop reports or presentations. Design studies, training programs and organizational strategies for identifying opportunities to improve the quality and efficiency of medical center performance. Promotion Potential:
The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:
00 am to 4:
30 pm Telework:
Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Management & Program Analyst/PD6636-A, PD6637-A, and PD6638-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/26/2020. Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-09 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-7. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-9. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. For a GS-12 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-11. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note:
Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Minimum
Qualifications:
You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
GS-09:
Specialized
Experience:
I have at least one year of specialized experience that equipped me with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-07 grade level or higher, or an equivalent level of responsibility. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Project Management Analyze and evaluate data, on a quantitative or qualitative basis. Ability to manage multiple projects, programs, and activities. OR; Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-09 level. For education to qualify:
Applicants must possess a masters or equivalent graduate degree OR have completed 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree. OR; LL.B. or J.D., in a major field of study related to the health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position which provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. OR; Combination of Experience/Education:
To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 18 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-09. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position. GS-11:
Specialized
Experience:
I have at least one year of specialized experience that equipped me with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-09 grade level or higher, or an equivalent level of responsibility. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Experience leading process improvement, quality improvement, systems redesign, or Lean projects in a large multidisciplinary organization. Act as a lead Rapid Process Improvement Workshop (RPIW) facilitator. Conduct trainings in individualized or classroom, workshop, or other group-settings. OR; Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-11 level. For education to qualify:
Applicants must possess a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such LL M. if related. OR; Combination of Experience/Education:
To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 18 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-11. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position. GS-12:
Specialized
Experience:
I have at least one year of specialized experience that equipped me with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-11 grade level or higher, or an equivalent level of responsibility. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Ability to conduct, develop, manage, and evaluate training programs. Independently facilitate courses or presentations related to all aspects of process improvement. Experience leading process improvement, quality improvement, systems redesign, or Lean projects in a large multidisciplinary organization. Act as a lead Rapid Process Improvement Workshop (RPIW) facilitator. Provide advice on how quality improvement and Lean tools can assist in accomplishing health care system, service and departmental missions and programmatic objectives. Independently conduct trainings in individualized or classroom, workshop, or other group-settings Working with a Lean Management System Developing Key Performance Indicators Standard Work gemba There is no educational substitution at the GS-12 grade level. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Administration and ManagementAnalysis and Problem SolvingPlanning and EvaluatingTeaches OthersVeteran and Customer Focus Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
Work is primarily sedentary. It will involve some walking, bending, and lifting or light objects, as well as a good deal of work on computer keyboard. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Analyzes and evaluates, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of the VAPAHCS programs or operations in meeting established goals and objectives Use data sources including VSSC and VistA to gather data, determine pertinent issues, and collect relevant information Lead efforts in the use of information to improve quality, safety, effectiveness and efficiency Researches and recommends, and guides implementation of new or proposed improved practices for application in support of activities and projects Manages projects within multiple systems and throughout multiple service across the VAPAHCS. Serve as an internal consultant to groups working to improve quality and performance. Facilitates courses or presentations related to all aspects of process improvement Review, analyze, and evaluate training courses and programs to assess the quality and effectiveness of training materials Conduct extensive research and compiles data from diverse sources Extracts and assembles information, conducts analysis and develop reports or presentations. Design studies, training programs and organizational strategies for identifying opportunities to improve the quality and efficiency of medical center performance. Promotion Potential:
The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:
00 am to 4:
30 pm Telework:
Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Management & Program Analyst/PD6636-A, PD6637-A, and PD6638-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/26/2020. Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-09 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-7. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-9. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. For a GS-12 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-11. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note:
Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Minimum
Qualifications:
You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
GS-09:
Specialized
Experience:
I have at least one year of specialized experience that equipped me with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-07 grade level or higher, or an equivalent level of responsibility. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Project Management Analyze and evaluate data, on a quantitative or qualitative basis. Ability to manage multiple projects, programs, and activities. OR; Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-09 level. For education to qualify:
Applicants must possess a masters or equivalent graduate degree OR have completed 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree. OR; LL.B. or J.D., in a major field of study related to the health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position which provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. OR; Combination of Experience/Education:
To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 18 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-09. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position. GS-11:
Specialized
Experience:
I have at least one year of specialized experience that equipped me with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-09 grade level or higher, or an equivalent level of responsibility. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Experience leading process improvement, quality improvement, systems redesign, or Lean projects in a large multidisciplinary organization. Act as a lead Rapid Process Improvement Workshop (RPIW) facilitator. Conduct trainings in individualized or classroom, workshop, or other group-settings. OR; Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-11 level. For education to qualify:
Applicants must possess a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such LL M. if related. OR; Combination of Experience/Education:
To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 18 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-11. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position. GS-12:
Specialized
Experience:
I have at least one year of specialized experience that equipped me with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-11 grade level or higher, or an equivalent level of responsibility. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Ability to conduct, develop, manage, and evaluate training programs. Independently facilitate courses or presentations related to all aspects of process improvement. Experience leading process improvement, quality improvement, systems redesign, or Lean projects in a large multidisciplinary organization. Act as a lead Rapid Process Improvement Workshop (RPIW) facilitator. Provide advice on how quality improvement and Lean tools can assist in accomplishing health care system, service and departmental missions and programmatic objectives. Independently conduct trainings in individualized or classroom, workshop, or other group-settings Working with a Lean Management System Developing Key Performance Indicators Standard Work gemba There is no educational substitution at the GS-12 grade level. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Administration and ManagementAnalysis and Problem SolvingPlanning and EvaluatingTeaches OthersVeteran and Customer Focus Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
Work is primarily sedentary. It will involve some walking, bending, and lifting or light objects, as well as a good deal of work on computer keyboard. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0343 Management And Program Analysis - Salary Range:
$64,535 to $121,668 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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