Project​/Program Analyst II​/III

Project/Program Analyst II/III (Germantown, MD; Idaho Falls, ; Washington, D.C.)

Project/Program Analyst II/III
Full/Part Time | Telework/Onsite | Idaho Falls, ;
Germantown, MD;
Washington, D.C.

Join a mission‑driven team supporting multiple programs and help ensure projects and programs are executed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with federal and organizational guidelines. The Project/Program Analyst II/III provides essential project and program management support, including tracking project status, monitoring financials, ensuring compliance, analyzing budgets, schedules, and deliverables, and preparing actionable reports for program leadership.

This position is offered at two levels:
Project/Program Analyst II (mid‑level) and Project/Program Analyst III (advanced level). The level of responsibility, complexity of analysis, and required experience vary between levels, as detailed below.

• Track project and program status, schedules, deliverables, and milestones.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and compliance with DOE financial and program guidelines.
• Prepare reports for DOE‑ DOE‑NE/HQ management, synthesizing complex data into clear, actionable information.
• Interface with DOE‑/HQ financial personnel and support university funding processes.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
• Organize and maintain electronic and hard‑copy files, ensuring documentation is complete and audit‑ready.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and document follow‑up actions.

• Assist in tracking project costs, schedules, and deliverables for multiple programs.
• Analyze financial and program data to support decision‑making.
• Prepare reports and summaries for management review.
• Conduct basic reconciliations of budget and program data.
• Support program staff with data collection and organization for projects.

• Conduct in‑depth analysis of project costs, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Perform complex reconciliations and data comparisons (e.g., STARS vs. PICS:
  
  NE).
• Provide advanced financial modeling and scenario analysis to support program decision‑making.
• Generate comprehensive, high‑level reports for DOE‑ DOE‑NE/HQ management.
• Advise program managers on process improvements, resource allocation, and funding strategies.
• Lead cross‑functional projects or initiatives, providing guidance to other staff as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, finance, or related field + 3 years relevant experience.
• Good understanding of project management principles.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of federal budgeting concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint).

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, finance, or related field + 5 years relevant experience.
• Expert proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Strong knowledge of federal budgeting processes and systems (e.g., STARS, PICS:
  
  NE).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report generation and presentations.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present findings.
• Basic understanding of project management concepts and program coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with databases and tracking tools.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems, reporting tools, and shared network drives.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a telework environment.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, life insurance, short‑term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending account, health‑savings account, health advocates, employee assistance program, tuition assistance program, 401(k) plan, and a fun and enthusiastic work environment that promotes a work/life balance.

VCI offers a team‑oriented work environment and a competitive compensation and employee benefits package. If you have a commitment to excellence and want to join our team of top‑caliber professionals, we invite you to submit your resume electronically.