Program Analyst

About the Role

This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) and may be assigned to any branch. The OCFO has responsibility for all FSIS financial management, budget, performance and improvement activities, audit liaison activities, cost analysis and estimation activities, and managing the development of investment strategies in support of investment program initiatives.

The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs.

Responsibilities

• Led analytical projects or teams, coordinating the work of analysts and ensuring deliverables met quality, timeliness, and strategic objectives.
• Reviewed proposed regulations to assess operational impact, preparing clear analyses that informed leadership decisions on policy, resources, and program adjustments.
• Conducted qualitative program evaluations using interviews, document reviews, and other methods to identify program strengths, gaps, and actionable recommendations.
• Coordinated data-collection activities with internal stakeholders, ensuring complete, accurate, and consistent information for use in program studies and management reports.
• Served as an audit liaison with GAO, facilitating information exchange, preparing responses, and supporting senior officials throughout the audit engagement process.

Requirements

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that demonstrates the required competencies.

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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.