Program Analyst - SPPC (Schedule A)

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Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field; and/or at least 5 years of experience in federal human capital, recruitment, or disability employment programs. Comprehensive knowledge of Schedule A hiring authority under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), disability employment regulations, and non-competitive hiring authorities. Experience developing and delivering HR training to professionals and managers on disability employment topics. Demonstrated experience conducting program analysis and evaluation using qualitative and quantitative methods. Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with EEO offices, VSOs, recruitment units, and external organizations. Experience developing strategic/operational plans, SOPs, and outreach initiatives for disability employment.

Systems Knowledge: Microsoft 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams — required for training development, communications, and reporting. USA Staffing or equivalent federal applicant tracking systems for non-competitive hiring package management. OPM and DOJ/DEA HR policy portals and regulatory databases (CFR, OPM guidance, EEO directives). Resume database platforms and candidate management tools for applicant bank maintenance. SharePoint or equivalent for SOP and training material distribution.

Key Duties: Develop and deliver training to HR Specialists and managers on Schedule A hiring authority and disability employment regulations. Re-engineer or develop DEA processes that enhance use of disability-focused hiring authorities. Serve as DEA's liaison to Disability Service Groups, Veterans Service Organizations, and military installations. Coordinate with HRCR and participate in disability job fairs, military outreach events, and targeted recruitment venues. Review Schedule A hiring packages for compliance with DOJ/OPM/DEA policy and SOPs. Develop and implement DEA's strategic and operational plans for disability employment. Build and maintain a candidate resume bank; conduct searches aligned with job criteria. Advise management on new or revised DEA policies affecting individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.