Budget Analyst

Summary This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Management and Policy. Salary will be adjusted based on duty location. See OPM's 2026 General Schedule Locality Pay Tables for additional information. Responsibilities This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Policy (OMP), Budget Division. The purpose of the position is to perform a variety of budget execution and monitoring functions in assigned areas, in support of the Office of Management and Policy, Budget Division's mission and program objectives. The incumbent serves as a Budget Analyst and reports directly to the Assistant Director, Budget Execution. At the full performance level of this position the duties include but are not limited to: Performing budget development, formulation and/or execution functions for assigned programs or administrative budget areas. Supporting managers and program specialists in the budget formulation process. Working with managers and program specialists to develop annual work plans and schedules for the execution of approved budgets; recommending reprogramming and adjustments to work plans to account for changes in funding levels, program changes, and unanticipated expenses. Analyzing the impact of new or proposed legislation on the organization's budget; interpreting complex regulations, directives and polices and provides authoritative advice and assistance to program managers. Monitoring, reviewing and reconciling commitments, obligations, reimbursable orders, etc. Compiling data and preparing a variety of ad hoc and reoccurring reports and analyses related to financial management issues. Maintaining complex databases, registers and other budget tracking systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position at the GS-12 grade level applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience preparing, reviewing, and editing agency and office budget submissions for reasonableness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and guidelines; Experience preparing recurring reports and analyses related to financial management issues, such as the status of funds and obligations; and Experience identifying potential budgetary issues, recommending solutions, and suggesting improvements to budgetary processes, policies, and procedures. To qualify for this position at the GS-13 grade level applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience analyzing the impact of new or proposed legislation and recommending reprogramming and adjustments to work plans for changes in funding levels and program requirements; Experience resolving difficult and complex budgetary problems, developing alternative solutions, and recommending changes to agency budget policies or legislation affecting program funding; and Experience maintaining complex databases and budget tracking systems, extrapolating information from automated financial management systems, and preparing substantive reports. Any specialized experience claimed must be clearly supported by the information in your resume. Experience refers to 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. Your resume should include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. Education Education is not qualifying for this position. Additional Information Recruitment Incentives: Payment for relocation expenses is not authorized for this position. A recruitment bonus will not be offered. Repayment of student loans will not be offered. Private sector work experience will not be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual. Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences. Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).