Budget Analyst-Direct Hire Authority

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a budget analyst in the Financial Management Office, performing a variety of budget functions involving the formulation, execution and/or analysis of budgets for substantive programs and support activities.

Duties

Performs complex budget formulation work involving preparation of detailed analyses of annual and/or multi year budget estimates for assigned weapons systems and support programs for AFLCMC. Performs complex budget execution and administration work involving the monitoring of obligations and the actual expenditures of a budget with different sources and types of funding, such as direct annual, multi-year, and no year appropriations; appropriations; allotments; transfer of funds from other agencies; revenue from industrially funded operations; and refunds. Provides advise, assistance, and guidance on budgeting and related information. Leads and/or performs specialized, individual economic analyses and impact studies in support of a variety of budget programs. Uses automated budgetary system(s) and computer-generated products in accomplishing budget assignments. Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions..https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is described as providing financial decision support and performing a variety of financial management functions that include planning, programming, budget formulation, justification, budget execution and analysis of budgets and economic cost analysis studies. Ideal Candidate: Performs financial management work requiring the application of financial management principles, theories, concepts, and practices to ensure that financial management systems housed on a web-based relational database architecture produce accurate results and meet legal requirements. Responsible for budget formulation and execution of direct and customer funding as well as contract reconciliation and management Responsible for the day-to-day acceptance and billing of customer funding utilizing JOCAS, ensures timeliness and reliability of financial data, analyzes funding, billing and reporting processes for reimbursable and non-reimbursable data and confirms monthly processes occur as scheduled and by prescribed deadlines. Perform financial analysis and reconciliation support with high attention to detail. Promotes continuous improvement practices. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of multiple budgetary methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes toformulate, justify, and execute assigned budget in support of the mission, structure, goals, work processes, andprograms of assigned organization(s). Knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of funding pertinent toweapons systems acquisitions and support programs. Skill in the application of analytical methods and techniques, mathematical and statistical analyses, and variouscost estimating techniques to analyze and evaluate the effects of changes in program plans and funding andconduct economic and cost studies/analyses. Skill in developing and implementing guidance that considers various disciplines, such as program managers,engineers, and logisticians for purposes of meeting program objectives. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. Ability to manage several projects simultaneously. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Other Information

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection. This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.