Summary

The Postal Regulatory Commission has an exciting employment opportunity for a highly motivated person with empirical skills and interest as a Data Analyst (Financial).

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

Provide data analysis and visualization support to the Senior Financial Data Manager.
Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance, optimize forecasting models, and enhance reporting accuracy.
Serves as the administrator internal financial management system.
Collect, analyze, and interpret financial data from multiple sources.
Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting.
Identify trends and provide insights to drive business strategy.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders.
Collaborate with teams to streamline data collection and reporting processes.
Ensure data integrity and compliance with industry standards.
Monitor key performance indicators and provide data driven recommendations.
Ensure financial data is auditable and accessible.
Collaborate with the Commission's Chief Data Officer to establish and maintain financial data in a secure environment.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Nonexempt
You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
Relocation expenses are not authorized.
Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or national to be eligible for this position.
All new hires must complete the I-9 form, this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
You must successfully pass a background investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or related field.
10 years of experience in financial analysis or data analytics.
Proficiency in financial modeling and data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
Experience with SQL and data querying is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
The incumbent must have the capability to maximize the use of products like Microsoft 365, Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint, Qlik, and other such applications as well as understand the needed structure and flow of financial data.

To be eligible for consideration, your application materials must demonstrate that you have experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. Typically, experience will be related to legal or regulatory work at a level similar to this position and may encompass paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or related field.

Additional information

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
If you need reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Commission's HR office at HR@prc.gov or Sherri Proctor at 202-789-6869. If you have a hearing impairment, you may call the Federal Information Relay Service at 1-800- 877-8339 for assistance in contacting the person named above.

EEO POLICY STATEMENT
The U.S. Postal Regulatory Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

VETERAN INFORMATION
If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 copy), or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. Ten-point preference eligibles must also submit an application for 10-point Veteran Preference, SF-15, along with the required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form. For more information on veterans' preference view Feds Hire Vets.

LEGAL AND REGULATORY GUIDANCE
Social Security Number-Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who may know you. Failure to provide your Social Security Number when requested will result in your application not being processed.

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a federal employee. The Commission may offer Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

For more information, visit either https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/Guide-Me/New-Prospective-Employees/ or https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/open-season/postal-service-health-benefits-pshb-program/
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/leave- administration/fact-sheets/annual-leave/.
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/leave-administration/fact- sheets/sick-leave-general-information/.
You will be paid for Federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2025
If you are a current Federal employee, you can boost your retirement savings by participating in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP offers the same types of savings and tax benefits as a 401(k) plan.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on this program.
You may participate in the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) program for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their PSHB plans.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated by a screening panel based on evidence of your ability to successfully perform the duties of the position according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. The panel will forward the appropriate candidates to the Director of the Office of Budget and Finance for further consideration and possible interview.

Required Documents

In order for your application to be considered complete, the following documents must be submitted:

Cover Letter (no more than two pages)

Resume: Your resume should not exceed 2 pages and must demonstrate the specialized experience related to the position for which you are applying. If your resume goes beyond two pages, we will only consider the first two pages for the required experience as outlined in the specialized experience. It is recommended to make your resume searchable in your USAJOBS.gov profile. For each position listed on your resume, youmust specify the following information:
- Start and end dates (month/year)
- Description of duties
- If the position was Federal, you must include the grade and step for each
- education

Current and former Federal employees:
- Submit a copy of your most recent non-award SF-50, "Notice of Personnel Action" to indicate your current federal status. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate that you possess the years of experience required for this vacancy. You must provide additional SF-50s that clearly demonstrate that you meet the years of experience required for this vacancy.
- The SF-50 must show your tenure, grade and step, and type of position occupied. [i.e., Excepted or Competitive] Performance award, Realignment, and Detail SF-50's will not be accepted as proof of grade or tenure.

Veterans: If claiming Veteran's Preference, you must submit a Member-4 copy of your DD-214
- Disabled Veterans Disabled Veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must submit:
  - SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference
  - Member-4 DD-214
  - disability rating letter (if applicable)
- If you are currently on active duty to be released within 120 days, you may submit an armed forces certification in lieu of a Member-4 DD-214

Failure to provide this documentation will result in your application not receiving 10-point preference.

Military spouse of an Active-Duty Military Member:
- Marriage license
- A copy of your spouse's active military orders

Military Spouse of Separated Veteran:
- A copy of your marriage license
- A copy of the Member-4 DD-214
- A copy of your spouse's 100% service-connected disability letter OR document of death during active duty

You are not eligible for Military Spousal benefits if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried. Failure to provide required documentation will result in your application not receiving preference.

Schedule A, Persons with Disabilities:
- Submit a copy of your Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).

For more information on your eligibility, please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities/

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply through the online application system USAJOBS.gov. Follow the prompts to register, answer the application questionnaire and assessment, and submit all required documents.

If you already have a USAJOBS account, click "Apply Online" and follow the prompts to attach any additional documents that may be required.

Application packages will NOT be accepted via email, mail, or fax.All applications must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

This vacancy announcement will be open from October 7, 2025, through November 10, 2025, or until 150 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. Complete application packages must be submitted at the time that you apply to receive consideration. Additional documents will not be accepted after the vacancy closes.

Agency contact information

HR Office

employment@prc.gov

Address

Postal Regulatory Commission
901 New York Ave., NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20268
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive the application package (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. Please ensure that your application includes all required documents as we will not process applications missing a cover letter, etc. After the review is complete, the best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Applicants will be notified of their status by email, referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants will receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

Overview

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

10/30/2025 to 11/13/2025

This job will close when we have received 150 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

Salary

$101,401 to - $156,755 per year

Pay scale & grade

ZY 4

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

Remote job

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required

Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Term - 2 Years, Renewable and Eligible for Career Conversion

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Excepted

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

1160 Financial Analysis

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Not Required

Drug test

Financial disclosure

Bargaining unit status

Announcement number

PRC 09-25

Control number

849226800

US Postal Regulatory Commission

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