Policy Analyst

Summary

This position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Federal Financial Management Branch or the Federal Financial Assistance and Real Property Branch. The incumbent will provide a wide range of policy and financial management related work related to the assigned portfolio. Promotion to the next highest grade level is neither guaranteed nor implied.

Duties

As a Policy Analyst, GS-0301-13/14/15, your typical work assignments may include the following depending on the branch you are selected for: Federal Financial Management Branch: - Develops, analyzes, and evaluates Government-wide financial management policies, programs, and initiatives. - Leads and coordinates complex financial management projects, including developing project plans, managing milestones, resolving implementation issues, and coordinating across Federal agencies and other stakeholders. - Develops and evaluates policies and guidance related to Federal financial reporting, accounting standards, financial management systems, and internal controls. - Conducts analyses of complex financial management issues and develops recommendations to support OMB and Administration policy decisions. - Coordinates Government-wide implementation of financial management policies and initiatives and provides technical assistance and guidance to Federal agencies. Federal Financial Assistance or Real Property Branch: - Develops, analyzes, and evaluates Government-wide policy on Federal financial assistance or Real Property. - Conducts independent special studies to support financial, budget, and regulatory policies regarding Federal financial assistance or Real Property. - Measures costs and effects of alternative policy choices to recommend actionable options. - Engages with stakeholders across federal agencies, state and local governments, and Congress. - Coordinates interagency policy development and builds multi-stakeholder consensus. - Oversees government-wide project plans for new policy implementation. - Reviews proposed budget actions, legislation, and regulations. - Serves as the resident OMB expert for Federal financial assistance or Real Property. - Supervises junior staff, interns, detailees, and interagency task forces. - Assists supervisors in communicating key policies, priorities, and operational guidelines. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level or pay band in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Examples of specialized experience are: You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: 1. Analyzing and evaluating Federal programs and policies by collecting, interpreting, and presenting data to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency; AND 2. Experience in one or more of the following: financial reporting and accounting standards, financial operations, financial management systems, internal controls; or financial assistance programs, regulations, policies, or procedures, as well as knowledge of audit requirements.; AND 3. Analyzing issues, evaluated alternatives, and recommended solutions to enhance policy, program operations, and compliance outcomes. You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: 1. Analyzing and evaluating Federal programs and policies by collecting, interpreting, and presenting data to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency; AND 2. Experience in one or more of the following: financial reporting and accounting standards, financial operations, financial management systems, internal controls; or financial assistance programs, regulations, policies, or procedures, as well as knowledge of audit requirements; AND 3. Analyzing issues, evaluated alternatives, and recommended solutions to enhance policy, program operations, and compliance outcomes; AND 4. Leading or coordinating complex projects involving multiple organizations or stakeholders. You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: 1. Analyzing and evaluating Federal programs and policies by collecting, interpreting, and presenting data to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency; AND 2. Analyzing issues, evaluated alternatives, and recommended solutions to enhance policy, program operations, and compliance outcomes; 3. Leading or coordinating complex projects involving multiple organizations or stakeholders, AND 4. planning, conducting, and managing complex studies, projects, and analyses related to one or more of the following: financial reporting and accounting standards, financial operations, financial management systems, internal controls; or financial assistance programs, regulations, policies, or procedures, as well as knowledge of audit requirements; AND 5. Applying analytical skills to resolve highly complex and sensitive issues, assess policy and program impacts, develop strategic recommendations, and communicate findings to senior executives and policymakers. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (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

There is no education substitution for this job series. How You Will Be Evaluated

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. 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 when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Financial Analysis, Planning and Evaluating, and Strategic Thinking You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you 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. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Other Information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Active Duty Military Members MAY apply under this announcement due to the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act. You must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions along with your application for Federal employment. A certification is a document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days from the date of application. If selected, appointment eligibility requirements must be met prior to the effective date of appointment. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Person with Disabilities - Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authorities for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities When the Office of Management and Budget completes its hiring, the resumes of the remaining qualified candidates may be shared with additional federal agencies. Please opt -in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with additional agencies. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore other job opportunity announcements. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternative Application.