Program Analyst (Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives)

This position is located within the, Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives divison. The Program Analyst is responsible for performing detailed analytical and statistical reviews of programs and special projects and carrying out a wide range of assignments related to initiatives. Duties and Responsibilities Gathers and organizes information from a variety of sources such as records, computer files, previous studies, and interviews, analyses information to identify issues and isolate problems, develops solutions and measurements of productivity and effectiveness for use by others, develops detailed briefings and reports of findings and recommendations, and convinces others to implement recommendations. Organizes and delivers briefings to present findings, solutions, and recommendations to managers, and prepares option papers and similar staff reports. Assignments may involve independent studies to determine the proper organization and structure of the activities of an agency, department, or large office; the conduct of studies to measure and track the progress and accomplishments of a District of Columbia organizational component dedicated to a major assigned organizational function; the planning of a single program to be carried out by various field organizations by identifying, collecting, and analyzing appropriate information, and presenting findings; devising new internal structures for an organizational component within a major office of an agency, department or large office. Qualifications and Education Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, the incumbent must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression. Licenses and Certifications None. Working Conditions/Environment The work is performed in an office setting involving everyday risks or discomforts, which require normal safety precautions typical of offices. Other Significant Facts Tour of Duty: Monday thru Friday; 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Shift work is required. Pay Plan, Series, and Grade: CS-0343-11 Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not covered under a Collective Bargaining Unit. Position Designation: The position has been deemed security sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit checks, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure. EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.