abilities to perform the essential functions of this position) Assist in analyzing program and management performance data to identify trends, issues, problems; Assist senior specialists in conducting special studies or research projects related to specific operational goals and issues; Support planning, developing and conducting internal review studies of related line functions and/or operations with technically complex characteristics; Plan, schedule and conduct analysis of project operations, procedures, and organizational structures, identifying problems or deficiencies and recommending ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations; Produce and/or present information and findings in a variety of formats (e.g. articles, papers, studies, briefings, other media, etc.); and Other operational performance management tasks as assigned. Non-Essential Duties: