PROGRAM ANALYST (Evaluator)

Summary This position is located at Office of the Inspector General for Tax Admin,Office of Inspector and Evaluations. As a PROGRAM ANALYST (Evaluator), you will serve as an expert analyst who is responsible for accomplishing major analytical and systemic studies and / or projects relating to substantive, mission-oriented programs of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Responsibilities As a PROGRAM ANALYST (Evaluator), you will : Plan, perform, study, and coordinate the most significant types of inspections and evaluations assignments encompassing the entire spectrum of IRS programs, projects and activities that often cross several operational functions. Plan, organize and carry through to completion broad, long-term analytical studies and projects requiring analysis of effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of substantive, mission-oriented programs. Analyze program functions and / or areas to discern trends in program delivery. Analyze overview report data to measure effectiveness in meeting baseline or the degree to which program plans and achievements support strategic initiatives. Develop various techniques and methods to assess costs and benefits of alternative programs and to evaluate the effectiveness of current programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month / day / year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé. Key Requirements : Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes : Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Learn more about Federal benefits programs at : Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience : Specialized experience for the GS-14 is defined as one year of experience at the GS-13 level, or equivalent, that is directly related to the position and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as : Planning and conducting evaluations, performance audits, or similar assessments of programs in accordance with applicable standards; AND - Designing the methodology and scope of evaluations, performance audits, or similar assessments of programs; AND - Applying analytical techniques to determine compliance with requirements, effectiveness, efficiency; or identify fraud, waste, and abuse; AND - Communicating both orally and in writing with program management to present findings, detail the significance of conclusions, justify recommendations and answer questions about work conducted. Time-in-Grade : In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable : For the GS-14, you must have been at the GS-13 level for 52 weeks. Time After Competitive Appointment : Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a non-temporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment. Education Additional Information We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is a non-bargaining unit position. We offer opportunities for telework. We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONTINUED) : A one year probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. You will be required to regularly report to the Duty Station listed above. While teleworking is an option, approval is at management's discretion based on duties, business needs, performance, etc. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. The employment of any candidate, including a current employee or a new hire, selected for this position is conditioned upon review / check of the candidate's tax compliance. Further, all TIGTA employees are subject to an employee tax compliance program to ensure that employees fulfill their personal tax responsibilities. This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).