Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a BUDGET ANALYST, Position Description Number T6355000 and is part of the CO USPFO, National Guard.
This job is open to
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Students
Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.
Clarification from the agency
This is a Pathways Internship and this public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
Duties
Provides management oversight to the budget process, including planning, programming, budgeting, allocation and execution of funds. Certifies funds and coordinates the receipt of Funding Authorizations Documents (FADS) for the state ARNG Comptroller. Prepares quarterly resource management reports, monthly analysis of financed orders in relation to forecasting expenses and provides narrative explanation of the causes of variances between actual and budget objectives. Reviews transactions including reservations, obligations, and disbursements based on interpretation of laws, regulations, or policy. Provides technical budgetary advice and assistance to federal and state agencies as requested. Independently develops and implements guidelines and policies as well as management controls for effective budget execution. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
- Submit all required documentation.
- Must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree in a qualifying educational institution on a half or full-time basis.
- Must complete training in fiscal disciplines; Fiscal Law, Resource Management Information Course (RMIC), Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Automated Fund Control Order System (AFCOS).
Qualifications
1. Experience and knowledge will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet each experience listed below. Resume must be two pages or less. Federal Resume Help
3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of your knowledge or experience.
DO NOT copy each bullet listed below word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal knowledge or experience as it pertains to each bullet.
You will be immediately disqualified if you fail to include your knowledge or experience in your resume.
Must have experience or knowledge in each of the following:
1. Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately.
2. The ability to make oral and written presentations in a clear and concise manner.
3. Knowledge if financial principles, methods, techniques, and systems.
*Certification Level 2: THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 2 Certified position designated as such in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, section 1051, amending 10 United States Code, section 1599d.
Education
For the student internship pathway you must have the following:
-Must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree in a qualifying educational institution on a half or full-time basis.
-Meet the definition of a student throughout the duration of your appointment.
-Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the agency's Participant Agreement with the Intern.
-Meet the qualification standards (e.g., series and grade) for the Internship position.
For more Pathways Program information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/students-recent-graduates/
Additional 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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
1. PCS funds are not available (unless otherwise stated).
2. A security clearance may be required for this position. Please contact the selecting supervisor or state security manager with questions regarding clearances. (Failure to obtain/maintain a security clearance may be grounds for termination from the Technician program.)
3. This position may be contingent on the vacancy of the incumbent even if not otherwise stated in this announcement. Please contact the HRO with any questions regarding hiring dates.
4. Appointment of Federal Annuitants: A Federal civilian annuitant under either the CSRS or FERS retirement systems may be reemployed into NG T5 vacancies, but are only eligible for either an Indefinite tenure appointment (max 5 year service period) or Temporary tenure appointment (max 4 year service period). The retiree must notify HRO of their current retirement status prior to appointment.
5. We use E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.
ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE?
You are strongly encouraged to provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support Detachment (PSD). The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). Veterans should upload their DD-214 once they receive it upon separation.
ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE?
Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, are strongly encouraged to provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
If you'd like more information on Veterans' Preference or are unsure about your eligibility, please visit Vets-OPM.gov.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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 and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally 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 top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Required Documents
Failure to submit the required documents will be grounds for disqualification without further review
REQUIRED: A current Resume, providing name, phone number, and email
REQUIRED: Experience documented in your resume with mm/yy to mm/yy format
REQUIRED: DD-214 (member 4 copy) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service if claiming Veterans' Preference
REQUIRED: VA Disability Letter if claiming 10-point veterans' preference
REQUIRED: Verification of your enrollment status in a qualifying educational institution (official transcripts, official documentation of registration, a tuition bill, or a copy of your acceptance letter)
PPP documentation
Mandatory documentation that must be submitted for an applicant to be considered for that application-based Priority Placement Program (PPP)
- For Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians: The applicant MUST submit a copy of the "Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist." This must be accompanied by copies of appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter of ineligibility for military or NG membership (through no fault of their own), and proof of at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
- For Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Preference Eligible Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement: The applicant MUST submit a copy of the "Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist." This must be accompanied by appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter stating ineligibility for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
- For Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: The applicant MUST include a copy of the "Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist" along with the documents identified in the vacancy announcement to verify eligibility for MSP.
- For Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible: The applicant MUST submit a copy of the "Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist." This must be accompanied by appropriate documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice and an SF-50 reflecting the RIF change to a lower grade.
Failure to submit the required documentation will result in the applicant not being considered for the application-based PPP. While they are still considered as a normal applicant, they will not be considered for the Priority Placement Program.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12943798
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.