BUDGET ANALYST-TITLE 5

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a BUDGET ANALYST-TITLE 5, Position Description Number PDT6354000 and is part of the KY DOL, National Guard.

Duties

As a BUDGET ANALYST-TITLE 5, GS-0560-11, you will provide management oversight to the budget process, including planning, programming, budgeting, allocation and execution of funds. Review annual appropriation and authorization legislation to determine congressional intent. Review and interpret higher headquarters' orders, guidelines and directives, and policies and precedents. Prepare budget requests consistent with guidance issued by NGB. Advise Program Managers (PMs) on the appropriate use of discretionary funds consistent with fiscal law. Certify funds and coordinates the receipt of Funding Authorizations Documents (FADS) for the state ARNG Comptroller. Develop, coordinate and distribute Funding Allocation Targets to division and PM accounts. Produce reports on annual funding programs and allotment for accounts to PMs, senior management, the Chief of Staff, the Adjutant General (AG) and NGB. Review transactions based on interpretation of laws, regulations, or policy. Reprogram and migrate congressional interest program funds based on Program Budget Advisory Committee (PBAC) decisions. Provide technical budgetary advice and assistance to federal and state agencies as requested. Independently develop and implement guidelines and policies/management controls for effective budget execution. Perform other duties as assigned. A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDT6354000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, [email protected]. Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. May be subject to furlough actions. Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility. This position is located on a tobacco free facility. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position. Financial Management Level 2 Certification: Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all DoD and DoA requirements of this certification program as a condition of employment for this position. Employees must obtain the appropriate certification levels for their positions within 24 months after initial assignment; and, employees must maintain the positions' continuous training and education studies, as identified for each certification level, during the defined 24 month period. Qualifications

Applicants who meet the DoD Priority Placement Program Retained Grade category are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents Section) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one (1) year experience at the next lower level in the normal line of progression through federal service (GS-09) or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the experience and knowledge of an administrative nature, which involves the exercise of analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and personal responsibility, and application of a substantial body of knowledge of principles, concepts, practices, and theories of budgeting. Knowledge of standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in an appropriate manner with peers and management. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates (Example 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981 or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981), work schedule, and hours worked per week of employment. Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

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 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 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): 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 (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).