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Summary As a Program Analyst at the GS-0343-13, you will be part of HI Federal Employee Insurance Ops, Office of Personnel Management. If selected, you will be responsible for for procurement, contractual oversight, annual benefit and rate negotiations for insurance benefit and other programs administered by HI. Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) is responsible for administration of the voluntary dental and vision insurance program. Responsibilities Involves a variety of evaluative and analytical tasks requiring the application of comprehensive knowledge of the statutory foundations, policy framework, and operational features of dental and vision benefit programs. Develops internal administrative and management policies, procedures and guidelines in the topic assigned or general operational support and planning services. Reviews existing procedures, practices, and directives in the administrative areas; determines need for new or revised guidelines and policies. Represents FEDVIP or HI on task forces or work groups formed to examine special issues or problems, carry out HI wide projects and implement Agency-wide initiatives. Conducting quality assurance reviews in an assigned major area of functional activity, e.g., policy and program management, transaction processing, or data systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required The duty station is in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, employees in this position will be represented by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32. (BU Code - 2286) Qualifications For the GS 13: You must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing ALL of the following duties: Conducting quality assurance reviews in an assigned major area of functional activity, e.g., financial records and accountability; policy and program management; transaction processing; or data system; Developing internal administrative and management policies, procedures, and guidelines in the areas of human resources, operational support and planning services; Coordinate and conduct various internal control activities, including vulnerability assessments to determine the adequacy of safeguards against waste, fraud, or abuse; AND Review forms prior to printing for appropriate type, paper, design, content, cost considerations efficiency, and effectiveness. Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS13 level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Relocation expenses will not be paid. Current OPM employees may qualify as an exception. Incentive payments may be considered. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements visit the following websites: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request an RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need an RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire