BUDGET ANALYST (MANPOWER EXECUTION)

Summary

This position is for a BUDGET ANALYST MANPOWER EXECUTION, PD# T5929000, part of the Nevada National Guard. This position is located in the JFHQ-State Human Resources Office. The purpose of this position is to perform position management duties for manpower and force management analysis including requirement determination, organization and force structure distribution, manpower programming, budgeting, allocation, and documentation processes for assigned directorates and functions.

Duties

Serves as an advisor for full-time resource allocation, execution, and management for both Army and Air. Interprets, manages, analyzes, and provides recommendations concerning Manpower allocation guidance based on the state mission and function. Manages the allocation of manpower resources based on state priorities, historical data utilization, and analysis of mission and functions. Reviews and analyzes all military structure within the state and applies manpower allocation and disposition to ensure proper requirements are conveyed to National Guard Bureau (NGB) and allocated on the Army Voucher/Air Unit Manpower Document(s) and in manning distribution according to workload factors contained in various resources, guidelines, and regulations related to manpower requirements. Advises as to the efficiency or feasibility of requests based on precedents or knowledge of the factors which have previously influenced the directorate or higher management decisions, addressing second and third order impacts, and providing sound recommendations. Reviews Military Technician voucher allocations by Sub Activity Groups based on the NGB's Program Guidance Memorandum to develop an annual obligation plan. Communicates with NGB staff on future projections and unfunded requirements. Uses a variety of fiscal systems that integrate with NGB and the state USPFO to properly account for personnel, travel costs, salaries, and incentives. Performs budget analysis of actual expenditures compared to planned utilization of annual and multi-year budget and/or allotment authority, evaluates fund availability to achieve balance of approved objectives and determines where reprogramming actions may be necessary. Prepares recurring reports and/or briefing materials for the Human Resources Officer identifying trends and patterns, recommended ways to improve utilization of funds, and suggested alternative funding approaches to include personnel execution against the voucher and total funded. Evaluates the effect of cost and programmatic changes on the budget execution process. Adjusts fund allocations as required. Verifies, enters, and adjusts budgetary data in a variety of forms, schedules, and reports. Manages costs of projected Permanent Change of Station moves and conducts reviews of prior PCS obligations. Coordinates with other HRO functions to provide proposed organizational structures based on state priorities, management needs, realignments (to include local), force structure changes, appropriate position classifications, and agreement with the basis for the manpower requirements and changes of the organization. Develops goals and objectives that integrate organizational level management objectives for successful command-wide resource implementation. Makes recommendations for efficient execution of full-time resources IAW state command plans and establishes appropriate measurement metrics and controls. When necessary, coordinates change requests and assists in submission to NGB. Continually analyzes and evaluates changes and gaps in program plans and funding for all assigned programs. Prepares statistical reports for leadership, noting variances and assisting in determining cause and effect. Monitors funding levels by SAGs and requests funding moves based on funds execution by pay period. Works with Directors on execution plans for institutional training courses, professional training seminars, travel funds and loads funds as required, preparing written reports for the HR Officer on any changes. Collaborates with HR specialists in the areas of impacted budget such as Benefits-awards, Special Salary Requests and newly approved Tables, Recruit/Place/Comp-Relocate/Retention/Recruitment (3R Incentives) and PCS for federal employees, Human Resource Development (HRD)-training, and Active Guard Reserve (AGR)-PCS for military. Analyzes and determines full-time resource deficits and asymmetry along with the contributing factors. Analyze and advise on policy recommendations, manpower design concepts, current organizational structures, and proposed structural realignments. Provides recommendations in the development of exception requests to Army Voucher/Air Unit Manpower Document(s) and in manning distribution based on state initiatives and priorities. Analyzes proposed manpower requests/changes from supervisors/managers. Optimizes scarce resources, meets customer requirements, reduces rework, improves operational capacity, and increases resource efficiency. Advises on methods to limit adverse impact and enhance special project efficiency based on current and projected full-time resource allocation and execution. Reviews position fill requests for potential budget availability. Prepares budget related reports, written correspondence, and other documentation. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements

Conditions of Employment - Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. - Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. - Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position within one year of appointment. - May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. - This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. - May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required. - For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience. EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience, education, or training involving skills in applying problem solving techniques; and skills in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; ability to plan and organize work; competencies in analysis, research, writing, and judgment typically gained through college education or progressively responsible experiences; ability to follow established methods and procedures; use practical knowledge of the operations, procedures, and policies of specific program areas or functional assignment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level; must have fundamental working experiences with validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the budget analysis occupational series and grade; must have experience, education, or training of finance budget competencies that provided knowledge of financial principles and procedures; must have an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial budget business program requirements; must have experience and training that demonstrates the abilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Education

There is no specific education requirement for this position. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Training/Educational claims. To receive credit for Training/Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Training/Education requirements for this position.? How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Knowledge in federal and state budgetary regulations, policies, and procedures related to budget formulation, justification, and execution. Skill in analyzing and interpreting complex financial data from various sources to identify trends, forecast needs, and make recommendations for resource allocation. Ability to manage and execute a multi-faceted budget, including monitoring fund utilization, processing budgetary adjustments, and ensuring the legal and proper use of funds. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to provide financial advice, prepare reports, and coordinate with various levels of management and staff. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Other Information

• If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). - If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). VETERANS' PREFERENCE: In order to adjudicate your Veterans' Preference claims, YOU MUST INCLUDE SUBSTANTIATING DOCUMENTATION OR YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT! please upload all supporting documentation. Such as: DD214s and/or SF-15, etc. A. ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? You are strongly encouraged to provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support office. The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). If you have more than one DD-214, you are strongly encouraged to upload all your DD-214s. B. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, YOU MUST PROVIDE LEGIBLE COPIES OF THE FOLLOWING: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. C. ARE YOU UNSURE AS TO WHETHER YOU QUALIFY FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Please review the OPM Vet Guide to determine if you qualify for Veterans' Preference. Please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ or https://fedshirevets.gov/Index.aspx. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: In accordance with the State Merit Placement Plan, candidates will be considered in order of their area of consideration category as appropriate. TERM POSITIONS: "Temporary-Not to Exceed" (TEMP) and "Temporary-Indefinite" (INDEFINITE) are considered to be TERM positions and are limited in duration to 4 years maximum. Employees reaching maximum TERM appointment limit of 4 years may be terminated. CONVERSION OF TERM (TEMPORARY/INDEFINITE) POSITIONS: Positions advertised as TEMP or INDEFINITE may be non-competitively converted to INDEFINITE or PERMANENT without further competition at a future date contingent upon available funding. For TEMP PROMOTIONS, position may be non-competitively converted upon expiration of the incumbent's USERRA rights. RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE: Recruitment and/or Relocation incentives may be available, if eligible. Incentives are subject to funding availability and TAG-NV approval and are not guaranteed. PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): PCS funding is NOT authorized. If you do not reside in the location of the position, you will be required to relocate at your own expense.