Senior Program Analyst (NGBJ3)

About the role

Celestar, a B&A Company, is currently seeking candidates for a position in support of the U.S. Army National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA. An active Top-Secret Level Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of complex organizational initiatives, acting as a high-level expert in data-driven decision-making.
• Analyze performance metrics, mitigate risks, budget processing and oversight, and develop policies to improve efficiency.
• Mentor and advise staff, interfacing senior leadership, delivering executive-level briefings; analyze performance data, conducting risk assessments, and managing schedules and budgets.
• Create, refine, and recommend policy, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide reports, briefings, and other written products to senior leadership and government counterpart clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social science, or a related field.
• Fifteen (15) years of Federal, State, or private sector work experience focused on policy, administration, program management, and/or compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and present findings.
• Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and conduct research.
• Ability to evaluate situations and provide/create effective solutions.
• Strong ability to work independently, troubleshoot under pressure, and act as a liaison between DoD, state, and local agencies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite and ETMS2.
• U.S. Citizen
• National Guard Experience preferred.

Benefits

Celestar offers Company-Paid Benefits that include Employee and Family Dental Insurance, Employer Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and disability insurance. We also offer a 401K retirement company match, paid Holidays, and Personal Time off.