Operations Analyst

Position Title

Operations Analyst

Position Description

1. Researches federal laws, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures;

2. Conducts analysis of personnel security operational and administrative support processes;

3. Makes recommendations for program changes/improvements;

4. Develops PSD procedures and reviews and drafts ATF policies;

5. Works independently, and at times, with other PSD staff members to gather and collect information needed to implement new and/or revised requirements;

6. Provides technical advice to staff members regarding studies, surveys, briefing papers, procedures, planning, coordination, program development, etc.;

7. Provides operational and administrative support to PSD’s Chief, branch chiefs, and team leaders while they oversee and execute the daily functions of the office;

8. Reviews new/revised policies and procedures proposed by other offices; Identifies possible effects on PSD’s functions; and documents recommendations for implementation of the new/revised policies and procedures;

9. Conducts audits and reviews on Divisional program reports and correspondence, ensuring metrics and data provided is accurate;

10.Performs data analysis for the Division on timeliness metrics to ensure accuracy;

11.Prepares periodic and one-time reports on a wide range of issues regarding PSD’s operations, administrative functions, and other matters;

12.Proofreads and edits all finished work products prepared by other staff members thoroughly to ensure they are accurate, complete, clear, and concise; Meets editorial and government specifications; and Adheres to Bureau and PSD standards for quality, format, grammar, spelling, and style;

13.Provides feedback to others on document revisions in a tactful and diplomatic manner always; and Provides advice and mentoring to other PSD personnel where necessary;

14.Clarifies assignment instructions and program responsibilities with PSD personnel using well-developed verbal and listening skills;

15.Develops thorough and error-free personnel security reports, correspondence, and presentations using excellent writing skills, and with little or no guidance from Division personnel; and

16.Establishes style guidelines and standards for written documentation for use by all Division personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree (in a related technical field) or equivalent;
• Three (3) to five (5) years of related technical writing/editing and/or personnel security experience.
• Must be willing and able to commute to job location reliably
• Must be fully proficient in English, verbal and written
• Must be able to meet all minimum requirements identified by program manager as specified further throughout hiring process

Compensation

• Annual salary negotiable and commensurate with experience and training

Position Location

Washington, DC 20226

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Washington, DC 20226: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location