Summary This position encompasses the work performed by the Program Analyst position in the Supplemental Nutrition and Safety Programs (SNAS) office. The work conducted can be a combination of training, technical assistance, resource development & implementation, program & policy analysis, program monitoring & oversight, and operational administration of a Federal nutrition assistance program. The incumbent will manage all aspects of the development & delivery of major training program. Responsibilities Develops, analyzes, and implements policies and programs and provides oversight. Recommends polices, priorities, and procedures for the administration of an assigned program to senior leadership. Advises appropriate managers and staff of the potential impacts of emerging issues. Develops policy relative to the allocation and use of program resources. Conducts evaluations of operational aspects of the program and provides recommendations for improvement based on findings of these evaluations. Researches and responds to sensitive or unusually complex inquiries from Congress, businesses, States, media, and the general public relative to the assigned program policy. Represents the agency as a speaker or panel member at conferences and meetings. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in grade: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet "time-in-grade" requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). You must include an SF-50 (you may need to submit more than one) that supports meeting this requirement with your application package. To qualify for the GS-13: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal and or Public Service. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Analyzing and interpreting regulations and polices to ensure compliance with a Federal nutrition assistance program, Federal social service program, or public health/safety program requirements; 2) Independently writing Federal, State, or local guidance, legislation or regulations; 3) Providing oversight, training and technical assistance to State or local entities administering a Federal nutrition assistance program or Federal social service program to ensure compliance with program requirements; and 4) Utilizing program evaluation methods to provide recommendations for improvement to a Federal nutrition assistance program, Federal social service program, or public health/safety program. 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. Education There is no substitution of education at this grade level. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. USDA is offering a variety of strategic workplace flexibilities which allow us to recruit and retain the best talent that reflects the diversity of our country, improve employee morale, and make USDA an employer of choice. In support of this commitment, telework-eligible positions may be eligible to telework up to eight days a pay period, based upon the duties of specific positions. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by Departmental policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by one of the following: AFGE Local 2735, NTEU Chapter 226, 227, 237, 240, 255, 265 or 268.