Clarification from the agency

Open to all qualified applicants in all Areas of Consideration listed below.

As a BUDGET ANALYST, GS-0560-11, this position is located in the Air National Guard (ANG) Wing, Financial Management Division. The purpose of this position is to accomplish budget formulation, trend analyses, and execution evaluation of Federal funds provided by the Air National Guard and Department of Defense (DoD) components to the assigned wing/units. Incumbent is recognized as a technical authority on matters of fiscal and budgetary policy, law, and regulatory guidelines for the organization. The incumbent is responsible for budgetary functions including administration of the Resource Management System (RMS). Accomplishes budget functions in support of state and Federal Air National Guard operations, training, and readiness missions.

1. Performs budget formulation work involving preparation of detailed analyses of annual and/or multi-year budget estimates for assigned organizations/programs into a consolidated budget request. Analyzes and interprets NGB budgetary guidance to provide appropriate local budget policy and procedures. Develops budget formulation assumptions, formats organizational requirements for budget submissions. Requests, reviews, analyzes, edits, and consolidates budget submissions before forwarding to NGB. Develops appropriate narrative justification statements and presentation materials for budget submissions, un-funded requirements and programmatic changes. Develops detailed programming and justification and documentation for estimates included in the overall ANG Financial Plan, DoD Program Objective Memorandums (POM), and DoD Future Year Defense Programs (FYDP). Makes formal presentation of the proposed submission to the Financial Manager (FM), commanders, center managers, and resource advisors. Coordinates with NGB to appropriately defend estimates, answer specific questions, and provide clarification. (25%)

2. Performs budget execution analysis of obligations incurred and actual expenditures of different sources and types of funding, such as one-year, multi-year, and no-year appropriations; reimbursement funds; and transfers of funds from other agencies. Identifies funding status, shortfalls, and provides guidance for the proper application of annual budget and/or allotment authority. Exercises broad latitude, judgment, and ingenuity in interpreting and applying guidance containing ambiguous or conflicting instructions to ensure legal/efficient use of funding. Exercises technical authority and control in approving or disapproving funding requests based on interpretations of fiscal law, regulation, or policy. Reviews funding documents for assigned appropriations. Allocates appropriated funds to individual activities/functional areas based on an analysis of activity budget estimates, historical expenditures, quarterly projections, and approved funding. (25%)

3. Provides financial advice, interpretation, and guidance on budget related matters such as types of funding available, effects of budgetary changes on related activities, status and use of funds to the financial manager, commanders, center managers, resource advisors, and other staff members. Information may include details on budget submissions, un-funded requirements submissions, year-end closeout procedures, and other procedural guidance. (20%)

4. Administers the Resource Management System, a network of center managers, resource advisors, and cost center managers aligned to the organizational structure including unit commanders, middle managers, or supervisors. Designs presentation materials for chairpersons and briefings, and documents the quarterly Financial Working Group (FWG) meetings. (15%)

5. Uses automated financial management systems and computer-generated products to accomplish financial management objectives. Confirms accuracy of automated system database information and informs resource advisors and/or accounting personnel of significant problems, trends, or variances. Uses various computer software and web-based programs to produce required financial reports, plans, schedules, etc. Presents effective analyses of financial management information regarding the expenditure of appropriated funds. (15%)

6. Performs other duties as assigned.

*The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.

Conditions of employment

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• 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.
• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.

Qualifications

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1: All on board permanent and indefinite T5 federal employees within the Oregon National Guard
Area 2: All on board permanent and indefinite T32 federal technicians within the Oregon National Guard
Area 3: All current non-permanent technicians/employees (T5 and T32) of the Oregon National Guard
Area 4: All current and former members of the Oregon National Guard (former members must provide documentation showing membership in the Oregon National Guard such as an NGB 22 or DD214)
Area 5: U.S. citizens

GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Work in financial management budget administration, budget formulation, and budget execution. Work provides management oversight and guidance to the budget formulation and execution process. Performs work that follows established methods and procedures; use practical knowledge of the operations, procedures, and policies of specific program areas or functional assignment; and, typically learn to do the work through extended specialized experiences. Budget analysts, assigned to line program offices, often advise managers on the preparation, documentation, and submission requirements for budget requests; the relative costs analysis and benefits of alternative program plans; the allotments and sub-allotments of funds for distribution to program managers; the propriety of obligations and expenditures check results; and, provide guidance concerning the legal and regulatory aspects covering the use of funds. Performs work that requires a range of competencies in regard to budget operation, procedures, and program guidelines, concepts, guiding principles, techniques, and practices.

To meet basic entry qualification requirements, evaluate applicants for 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.
Must have 1 year equivalent specialized experience to at least the next lower grade level before being eligible for the next grade level. Must have fundamental working experiences with validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the budget analysis occupational series and grade

GS-11 - 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training of finance budget competencies that provided knowledge of financial principles and procedures. Candidate must have an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial budget business program requirements. A candidate must have experiences and training that demonstrates the abilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Financial Management Certification Requirements:
The certification will not be used as a mandatory requirement in DoD hiring systems. A member who is not certified may still qualify for a position that requires DoD financial management certification as a condition of employment. The most qualified individual will be selected for a position.

Members of the financial management workforce are required to participate in the Financial Management Certification Program; therefore, achieving certification is a condition of employment. Members of the financial management workforce must achieve the appropriate certification level for their positions within 2 years of notification of applicable certification requirements or the period of any extension.

The financial management certification program supports the professional development of the financial management workforce and provides a framework for a standard body of knowledge across all DoD financial business programs.

The financial management certification requirements will vary for positions dependent on the complexity and responsibility of the positions' financial management supervisory and non-supervisory business programs.

Financial management certification requirements are in the conditions of employment and notes in the position description.

Supervisors of financial management coded positions coordinate with the component administrator and component certification authority to determine financial management certification requirements of employees occupying financial management coded positions.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

In order to qualify for this position you must submit the following:

1. Detailed resume (2 page maximum) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
2. Transcripts, license, or certification that you meet the education requirements if necessary.

The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation:

Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Diploma/ GED, Disability Letter (Schedule A), Disability Letter (VA), License, OF-306, Form DD-369 Police Record Check, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-15, SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, Supplemental Application, and Transcript

RESUME REMINDER: Your 2 page resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Resumes can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.

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