In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. For GS-11: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert technical knowledge and experience using analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to conduct studies of issues concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support organizations. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents as well as budget, budget priorities, impact priorities, and related support resources which affect the manpower program and the functions under study. Knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the Air Force organizations. Highly skilled in the art and science of adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness and/or organizational productivity. Skill in developing new or modified work methods, organizational structures, management processes, and/or program administration procedures OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of a Management and Program Analyst. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. For the GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert technical knowledge and experience using analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to conduct studies of issues concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support organizations. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents as well as budget, budget priorities, impact priorities, and related support resources which affect the manpower program and the functions under study. Knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the Air Force organizations. Highly skilled in the art and science of adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness and/or organizational productivity. Skill in developing new or modified work methods, organizational structures, management processes, and/or program administration procedures. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Extensive technical knowledge of management engineering principles, concepts, methodologies, guidance, and organization principles to independently perform, evaluate, and direct management engineering teams performing difficult and unique requirements determination studies; identify and resolve complex issues; and make informed recommendations and decisions relating to those efforts. Demonstrated ability to use technical expertise in management engineering measurement tools, analytical and evaluative techniques to determine team effectiveness and mentor others on how to identify and resolve difficult issues concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations, and to devise appropriate organizational structuring options for complex, diverse organizations. Skill conducting effective interviews and workshops with employees, supervisors, and management officials at all levels to evaluate effectiveness and mentor junior analyst, and to define, challenge, gain consensus, and obtain senior leadership approval on information and reports about organizational missions, functions, work and requirements. Ability to use computer systems to perform highly complex data analysis and produce detailed reports applicable to a management engineering studies, data manipulation and extraction techniques; and demonstrated skill locating and accessing information with a personal computer and software programs. Expert Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, and determine the correct tool to apply to difficult study scenarios; draw sound conclusions to ensure management engineering program standards are achieved; devise solutions to highly technical management engineering problems; identify changes and trends; and prepare, present, and defend complex and sometimes controversial advise, briefings and reports. Proven ability to independently carry out and complete management engineering assignments; and mentor, influence, and gain cooperation from others through technical competence, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.