Description:
This position is located in the Office of Railroad Safety, Railroad Systems and Technology Division, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA.) As a Program Analyst, the work involves providing expertise in analysis, methods and practices and the performance of critical studies requiring a number of related tasks.
Requirements:
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications.
To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Oral Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed. For all types of consideration, 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; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.