For sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired, launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for America’s advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content on the planet.
Learn more at NRO.gov.
Basic Eligibility for a Position with the NRO
You must be a U.S. Citizen
You must be 18 years of age or older
You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing
You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations
Where You Will Work
The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (OEEO) programs embody Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) consistent with Executive Order 14035. OEEO maintains an efficient, fair, and impartial complaint resolution process in accordance with 29 C.F.R. 1614 and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) Management Directive (MD) 110, designed to proactively identify and prevent discrimination. OEEO evaluates NRO policies and practices to ensure compliance with the federal government's mandate to be a model employer, as described in the EEOC's MD 715. OEEO also maintains the NRO's anti-harassment program, designed to remedy workplace situations before they develop into illegal discrimination and/or harassment. OEEO also is charged with ensuring that the NRO workplace is accessible and that individuals with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations to perform their jobs. OEEO is seeking a high-performing, self-motivated officer with a passion for strategic and creative thinking, mission execution, and for advancing NRO's status as a model EEO employer. The successful candidate will have expert knowledge in EEO laws, regulations, policies, and practices as well as a deep understanding of EEOC's MD-715, Model Agency Program elements, adn Form 462 reporting requirements; a strong ability to research adn interpret legistlation and guidance affecting EEO in the NRO; strong ability to engage in regular contact with high-level internal and external resources, supplying or seeking information on EEO programs and issues; as well as a superior use of tact when expressing ideas or opinions to senior leaders, customers contractors, and other stakeholders.
The NRO Cadre is collecting resumes for consideration against current and future opportunities for Full Performance Level (GG-13), Mission Support, occupational series 0340. For information on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) occupational series, click here.
Your resume may be considered for other positions which your skills and experience may be a good match. This is a full-time position that is open from July 8, 2024 to July 22, 2024. Resumes must be submitted by 11:59pm EST on July 22, 2024.
Who May Apply
This position is open to the public.
Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.
Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.
The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.
What You Will Be Doing
This position functions as a GG-0340-13 Program Manager.
- Manages the analysis and development of statistical data for inclusion in action reports, plans, compliance reviews, and progress reports for senior NRO leadership. Prepare and distribute reports in compliance with Federal regulations.
- Plan the analysis of workforce demographic data trends, facilitates barrier analyses, analyze complaints and reasonable accommodation activity data reporting and process efficiencies, identify potential conflicts, and endeavors to support resolution of issues.
- Collaborate with NRO Office of Human Resources (OHR) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) practitioners to ensure synergies across NRO with regard to EEOC reporting and compliance initiatives.
- Compiles pertinent workforce data in the preparation of the following mandated reports: (1) Annual Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) 462 Report on Complaints Activity; (2) Annual and quarterly Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act (No FEAR); (3) EEOC Management Directive (MD) 715 and work with OHR on the Annual Demographic Report on Hiring and Retention of Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities in the U.S. Intelligence Community; and (4) the IC Diversity Equity and Inclusion Annual Demographic Report.
- Analyze data, compile and develop reports and briefings which are inclusive of both qualitative and quantitative analysis, and provide responses to EEOC/IC EEO related TIER inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborates in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects for MD-715 reporting and identifying and informing the removal efforts of barriers to EEO.
What You Need
- Expert knowledge and experience in Federal EEO mandates, the agency's obligations to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure 508 compliance, and to conduct management-based anti-harassment inquiries.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a member of a small team. Demonstrated ability to operate independently, applying analytical and organizational skills to plan and execute projects, collect findings, and timely prepare reports.
- Expert ability to establish regular contact with high-level internal and external resources and customers, supplying or seeking information on EEO programs and issues.
- Demonstrated analytic and critical thinking skills, the ability to identify issues and develop process improvement recommendations, and excellent writing skills utilized in the preparation of reports and other correspondence.
- Expert ability to communicate in various mediums including in writing, and use of tact when expressing ideas or opinions to senior leaders, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Experience in interpreting regulations or policies and formulating recommendations. Familiarity with Federal EEO laws, regulations, polices, and practices as well as an understanding of Executive Order 14035, EEOC Management Directive (MD) 110, MD-715's Model Agency Program elements, and Form 462 reporting requirements; superior ability to research and interpret guidance impacting the NRO's compliance with same.
- Ability to multi-task and adjust to changing requirements.
- Strong representational skills and demonstrated ability to present information in group settings.
- Solid understanding of the NRO's missions.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and sustain relationships across the organization, to include senior level offices.
- Proficient using SharePoint, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; work well under pressure, while exercising tact and diplomacy.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge and application of advanced statistics such as mix-effects models and random forests.
Ability to translate complex, technical findings into an easily understood narrative (i.e. tell story with data).
Analytical and critical thinking skills, including ability to think strategically.
Ability to evaluate data drawing pertinent inferences from data trend analysis, and interpretation of such inferences in keeping with the requirements of officials responsible for planning or for making policy decisions.
Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilitiesnecessary to successfully performand is typically in or directly related to theduties of the position as described above.Experience must be reflected in your resume.
Other Information
Overtime Statement: MAY be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
Travel Statement: MAY be required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
Location
Chantilly, VA
Salary
2024 salary range for the Washington, DC area:
GG-13: $117,962 – $153,354
**This position is a Full Performance Level DCIPS position. The NRO is accepting applications from U.S. Citizens and current federal government employees for this position. To qualify for the position,federal government employees MUST currently be at the GG-13 grade level and may ONLY apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade level and step.Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.
Hiring Incentives
The NRO may offer hiring incentives and other entitlements at management’s discretion.
Trial Period
All new DCIPS employees will be required to serve a 2-year trial period.
Veterans’ Preference
DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants
Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:
An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.
You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please send your request to Hiring@nro.mil.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
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