Summary This position is located in the Bureau of Trade Analysis (BTA), Office of the Managing Director (OMD), Federal Maritime Commission (FMC or Commission). The Bureau plans, develops, and administers programs and activities in connection with competitive practices of ocean common carriers, marine terminal operators, and ocean transportation intermediaries as reflected, where appropriate, in their agreements, tariffs, and service contracts in the foreign commerce of the United States. Responsibilities As a Transportaion Industry Analyst, you will: Conduct complex analytical research pertaining to emerging industry trends, and prepares spreadsheets, visualization tools or other work products. Perform analytical, evaluative, advisory, or similar work pertaining to the regulation of the ocean shipping industry regarding the operations, activities, economics, and industry practices of liner operators and marine terminal operators. Identify and resolve complex maritime issues using an advanced knowledge of ocean transportation, economics, statistics, law and business management. Prepare correspondence concerning shipper/carrier inquiries that reflect applicable statutory and regulatory requirements and convey accurate guidance. Develop policy recommendations and proposed regulatory changes associated with rulemaking proceedings, as well as drafting memoranda/briefing documents on behalf of BTA management. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen A 1-year probationary period is required (unless already completed) Must be able to obtain and maintain a background investigation. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. FMC participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. May be required to obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel. May be required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. In addition to the above requirements, Status Candidates must meet the following by the close of the announcement: For the GS-13 grade level: You must have been at the GS-12 for 52 weeks (time-in-grade requirement). Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement: Specialized Experience You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Evaluating complex industry trends and conditions; Analyzing and evaluating issues related to compliance and the maritime supply chain; and Researching, analyzing, and drafting sections of annual reports, agency budgets, performance, and accountability reports, as well as provide input to external reports. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. It is your responsibility to ensure your resume states complete information for each job entry. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year (MM/YYYY), and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position. To preview questions click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12640084. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. We may fill like positions within 12 months of the close of the announcement. Federal employees are required to adhere to the 14 Principles of Ethical Conduct. This is a non-bargaining unit position.