Program Analyst

Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for a Program Analyst position located in Washington, DC. This will be a contract role within the U.S.  Department of State. The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous and secure world.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.

INL’s mission is to minimize the impact of international crime and illegal drugs on the United States and its citizens through providing effective foreign assistance and fostering global cooperation. A critical process in INL’s mission is to advance public trust within INL by testing the efficacy of the Bureau’s management controls and regulatory compliance, to identify, assess and mitigate various risks associated with INL programming.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

POSITION OVERVIEW

TITLE: Program Analyst

LOCATION: Washington, DC.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

CLOSING DATE: August 13, 2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under this BPA Call, the Program Analyst will assist the INL/SAO/AT team in meeting the Bureau's enterprise risk management, management controls, and records management needs. The Program Analyst supports the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across Bureau programs and operations in compliance with OMB Circular A-123 and other relevant guidance. In addition, the Program Analyst advances organizational effectiveness and compliance by testing the efficacy of the Bureau's management controls, ensuring adherence to records management requirements including Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) processing and records retention policies, and assisting with special projects that strengthen internal operations and regulatory compliance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive direction from the INL/SAO/AT/A Branch Chief and shall maintain open, timely, and effective communications, resulting in a relationship that proactively addresses potential problems with flexible, workable solutions.
• Assist with gathering, analyzing, consolidating, and preparing data in various formats for incorporation into analysis, documents, and activity reports.
• Respond to oversight community requests for information, ensuring to coordinate responses to engagements related to risk and/or management controls; assisting and supporting auditors who are examining the Bureau’s programs and projects for compliance with directives, laws, and regulations.
• Assist with developing, implementing, and monitoring management information technological systems that track oversight activities and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in compliance with OMB Circular A-50, engaging relevant INL staff and other Department representatives as subject matter experts, as appropriate.
• Assist in coordinating property management activities, including tracking and monitoring End Use Monitoring (EUM) requirements for INL-provided equipment and commodities, ensuring compliance with relevant agreements and regulations, liaising with post, program offices, and implementing partners on property accountability, and supporting site visits and verification activities.
• Assist in coordinating relevant training modules related to management controls and risk.
• Develop a records management process. Final approval for implementation will be a Civil Servant.
• Manage records in accordance with Department policies and federal regulations, including processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, coordinating with relevant program offices to identify responsive records, ensuring proper records retention and disposition, and maintaining compliance with records management requirements.
• Participate in special projects individually or as part of a team. Assist in interpreting government-wide legislation and regulations as well as Departmental policies affecting areas of responsibility and assesses their impact on Bureau program activities.
• Coordinate the submission of information for weekly/quarterly activity reports for INL/SAO/AT, maintain and track monthly and weekly summaries. Assist in managing and updating SharePoint database and other systems, including shared files and folders.
• Comply with all appropriate regulations, internal controls, and Standard Operating Procedures to protect organizational integrity and prevent unauthorized use or misappropriation of all classified and sensitive (but unclassified) material and equipment in assigned areas; and report security violations/problems to appropriate authority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• U.S. Citizen
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution;
• Six to ten years’ experience in relevant field;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal regulations in regard to area of specific need; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; and
• Demonstrated experience facilitating organizational change.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the Bureau’s and the Department’s structure, missions, functions, and operations to coordinate extensive studies related to assessing and improving the Bureau’s management controls as well as identifying, assessing and tracking risk across multi-million dollar programs related to accomplishing its mission.
• Demonstrate knowledge of project management and/or case management processes and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally to conduct fact finding interviews, meet with management officials, and present recommendations to management.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in writing to develop policy, guidance, instructions, and prepare reports of findings and recommendations.
• Demonstrate analytical skills to identify trends analysis over oversight, management controls and risk profiles.
• Demonstrate background on Enterprise Risk Management and records management.

LEVEL OF EFFORT

Hours for this full-time position will be Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, incorporating the core hours of the Department of State (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM).

POSITION LOCATION

The physical work location is at INL/SAO/AT's office at State Annex-1, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20037.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the Analyst may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

ABOUT CREATIVE CORRECTIONS

At Creative Corrections, we strive to create a culture where we are able to attract and retain highly talented and qualified individuals. These relationships are built on trust, respect, and an assurance each person feels valued. We offer a strategic Total Compensation Package for qualified employees. In the end, we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of the Company and provide the services our customers rely upon.

In addition, we are honored to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and are equally proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating a diversified workplace where everyone feels valued and respected because of their differences. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.