In order to qualify for a Program Specialist GS-0301 position at the GS-11 level, A. Have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M., if related; OR B. Have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1. evaluating program efficiency and effectiveness; 2. interpreting the impact of regulations and policies on administrative programs; 3. planning, analyzing, and evaluating priorities, resource allocations, work force management, and performance in support of operational requirements; 4. participating in the development and implementation of plans for organizational projects and initiatives; 5. reviewing information and developing analytical reports with recommendations. OR C. Have a combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify for a Program Specialist GS-0301 position at the GS-12 level, A. Have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1. evaluating programs in areas such as grant review, program support management, financial management, procurement, quality assurance, management analysis or administrative program management; 2. formulating and executing action plans to respond to business and management problems or initiatives; 3. providing organizational support for program planning and analysis activities; 4. evaluating the impact of new program policies; 5. determining measures of effectiveness in setting organizational goals and objectives. In order to qualify for a Program Specialist GS-0301 position at the GS-13 level, A. Have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1. evaluating complex programs in areas such as grant review, program support management, financial management, procurement, quality assurance, management analysis or administrative program management; 2. developing and leading implementation of strategic action plans to address organizational and business management issues or initiatives; 3. providing expert organizational support for program planning and analysis activities; 4. assessing the impact of new or revised program policies and recommending improvements to organizational operations; 5. determining and evaluating measures of effectiveness in achieving organizational goals and objectives. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/[contact via apply link]