Management Analyst (Remote)

ID: ARS-SOAR-001

Location: Beltsville

Program: ARS

Wage/Hr: $35.00

Hours/Week: 24

Minimum Age: 55

For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55+) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States. NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55+) with the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS). These experienced professionals provide administrative, scientific, and technical support to the Agricultural Research Service through the Experienced Worker Program (EWP). Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an 'at-will' relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.

PLEASE NOTE: An 'Enrollee' is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW Solutions. An 'Enrollee' is a participant in a grant program established through a Cooperative Agreement funded by the agency and administered by NEW Solutions. The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies' areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees. This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United States.

*This position will be open until filled. NOTE: This position has the option to work remotely.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 year(s) of experience in student programs, prior analytical, operational, or program management experience. Succession planning; develop and present process improvement or corrective plans, conduct trend analysis with targeted strategies, process mapping and strategic planning. Ability to utilize MS Lists and Power BI and Excel for dashboard builds. OR AA Degree in Education, Human Resources, Business Administration, Student Programs Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS PowerPoint MS List, Power BI.

Duties:

The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a Management Analyst to support its Student Opportunities in Agriculture and Research in Administrative and Financial Management. Responsibilities include designing and implementing systems to support Student Programs effectiveness, gathering and analyzing data, coordinating with stakeholders, and mapping and documenting processes and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency. The analyst will collaborate with various departments and organizations to collect information for data requests, conduct research, evaluate various student program operations, refine administrative processes, and support student and academic services. Additional duties involve analyzing data to identify trends and solutions, preparing reports and guideline proposals, overseeing process improvements, developing trainings, surveys, and training team members on new procedures and protocols. All activities will ensure SOAR's alignment with USDA/REE/ARS goals, Departmental guidance, Executive Orders, and other governing rules. This role supports knowledge management, succession planning, and a strong organizational foundation.

The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies' areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.

Data Collection and Analysis:

Gathering information from various departments and organizations, conducting research, and analyzing data to identify trends, issues and solutions. Advise on data collection and analysis efforts, providing insight to inform and assist leadership and management in decision making and optimization of effectiveness.

Process Improvement and Training:

Refining administrative processes, overseeing improvements, preparing reports and guideline proposals, and training staff on new procedures and processes. Assist with the development of process improvement plans, including strategic implementation plan based on mapping process findings.

Interpret, understand, and appropriately apply governing laws and regulations in execution of work:

Advise and assist with executing initiatives and work related to human capital planning, workforce development and succession planning.

System Design and Implementation:

Developing and deploying systems using MS List, Power BI, other programs to improve operational efficiency, including documenting recommendations for enhancement and refinement of tracking systems.

Collaborate with departments and organizations:

To obtain and identify information to respond to data calls and ensure effective communications. Develop strategic plans for outreach activities, knowledge management and succession plans. Assist with research and analysis of programs and operations to identify inefficiencies, areas of improvement and resource needs.

Other:

Training will be provided as necessary by the agency. Physical requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. NEW Solutions is committed to promoting equal opportunity and to an environment free from discrimination and harassment in any form administering Experienced Worker Programs under cooperative agreements with federal agencies. It is NEW Solutions' policy to comply with all applicable laws that provide equal opportunity and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in enrolling participants in the federal programs.