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Management and Program Analyst (AMO)

Veterans Benefits Administration

Published on August 26, 2026

LocationUnited States DeadlineAugust 31, 2026 · CLOSED Job typeFull-time International applicantsNo

About the opportunity

This position is located in the Education Service (EDU), Veteran Benefit Administration (VBA), specifically within the Program Oversight and Accountability Division and assigned to the Approvals Management and Oversight (AMO) Team. The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative and analytical support for the AMO Team who focuses on safeguarding the integrity of the G.I. Bill. Duties include developing tracking systems for recurring reports, leading consultations, preparing written correspondence and presentations, monitoring communication channels, implementing process automation, reviewing program approval workload products, tracking performance measures, providing project management support, and conducting analyses of program operations, policies, and performance to identify trends and propose improvements.

Salary and benefits

  • Annual salary ranging from $90,925 to $118,204 per year
  • Comprehensive Federal benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and leave

Who can apply?

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements, having served 52 weeks at the GS-12 level
  • Must possess specialized experience demonstrating a mastery in identifying problems, determining accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment, high proficiency in oral and written communication, knowledge of VA program approvals and/or compliance, and comprehensive knowledge of administrative laws and regulations pertaining to VA education benefits
  • Must meet or exceed the cut score on the required USA Hire Assessments

Required documents

  • A complete resume not exceeding two pages, including contact information, relevant work experience with job title, employer, start/end dates (month/year), and hours worked per week
  • A copy of your most recent non-award SF-50 indicating proof of status, position title, series, grade, step, salary, tenure, and type of service
  • An SF-50 reflecting when you entered your highest grade held to verify time-in-grade requirements
  • Most recent Performance Appraisal (VA Form 0750), if applicable
  • Award SF-50s or CTAP documentation (RIF notice, SF-50 showing VA employee, and performance appraisal), if applicable

When to apply

  • Applications open on August 25, 2026
  • Application closing date and deadline: August 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM (ET)

How to apply

  • Click the Apply Online button on USAJOBS
  • Answer the questions presented in the application questionnaire and attach all necessary supporting documentation
  • Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on August 31, 2026
  • Complete the required USA Hire Assessments following the instructions and unique access link provided after submitting your application

Additional information

  • This position has a promotion potential of none as it is at the full performance level.
  • Work schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
  • Telework is eligible for situational (ad hoc) telework only; routine or recurring telework is not authorized.
  • Selected applicants may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.

Our Take on This Opportunity

This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.

You may be a strong fit if…

  • Current Federal employees who have served 52 weeks at the GS-12 level and meet time-in-grade requirements.
  • Professionals with specialized experience identifying problems, evaluating information accuracy, and mastering administrative laws regarding VA education benefits.

What should you think carefully about?

  • Telework is limited to situational or ad hoc arrangements only, with routine or recurring telework not authorized.
  • Applicants must meet or exceed the cut score on the required USA Hire Assessments and submit a resume restricted to a maximum of two pages.

How could this fit your current goals and plans?

This full-time GS-13 role offers a structured salary scale from $90,925 to $118,204 per year alongside a comprehensive federal benefits package, making it a strong step for administrative and analytical specialists looking to advance their federal career within veteran benefit oversight.

Our take

Current federal employees with specific VA compliance experience seeking a full-time analytical role should seriously consider applying, while those requiring regular remote work arrangements may find it less suitable.

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