This position is in the Office of Policy and Program Development (OPPD), Policy Analysis Staff (PAS). The PAS is responsible for a wide variety of economic analyses concerning FSIS polices and regulatory activities. The incumbent will conduct policy analyses and regulatory (cost-benefit) analyses. Incumbent will also review food safety policy and identify areas requiring development and/or improvement of FSIS policies.
Projects are complex, FSIS-wide, and may involve multiple agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Lead economic analyses of FSIS policies and regulatory activities for complex, mission-critical initiatives.
Requirements & Education
Note: This position has a positive degree requirement or education that forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
This position is with Food Safety and Inspection Service, Department of Agriculture.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $126797 – $182316/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Other security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-27.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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