Summary
CBO's Budget Analysis Division seeks an analyst to work in its Scorekeeping Unit, which coordinates cost estimates for the 12 annual appropriation bills at each stage of House and Senate action, tracks the budgetary effects of newly enacted laws, and prepares reports that the Congress uses to enforce rules and procedures of the budget process.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH USAJOBS or EMAIL- APPLY ONLINE AT www.cbo.gov/careers.
Duties
The analyst will coordinate estimates for appropriation bills, collaborating closely with other analysts in the division, and contribute to scorekeeping reports related to budget enforcement. The analyst will work closely with the staff of Congressional committees-in particular, the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations and the Budget. The analyst also will review proposals in the President's annual budget, assist in preparing CBO's baseline budgetary projections, and contribute to an annual report, Expired and Expiring Authorizations of Appropriations.
The analyst's portfolio will include two annual appropriation bills, to be determined at the time of hiring.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US citizenship or current permanent residents seeking citizenship
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Tier One Background Investigation
Qualifications
Candidates must have a graduate degree in public policy, public administration, or a related field or a bachelor's degree and at least four years of relevant federal budget experience. Because of the often-rapid pace of the unit's work (which is closely tied to the flow of legislative activity in the Congress), the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, frequently under tight deadlines, is essential. The position requires strong organizational and analytical skills and strict attention to detail. Very strong communication and interpersonal skills - especially the ability to communicate complex material clearly and concisely to colleagues and Congressional staff members - are required. Familiarity with the federal budget process and Congressional procedures is strongly preferred. Experience working with and managing databases is beneficial, as is proficiency with Excel. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 (NACI) investigation. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:See Qualifications Above
Education
EDUCATION:Candidates must have a graduate degree in public policy, public administration, or a related field or a bachelor's degree and at least four years of relevant federal budget experience.
Benefits
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Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Benefits
Life Insurance
Transit Subsidies
Annual/Sick Leave
Holidays
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application includes your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a not qualified determination. Those who aren't qualified will be informed and not considered further. Others will be referred to the hiring division for further consideration.
NOTE: To ensure consideration you must submit a complete application by October 11, 2024 at www.cbo.gov/careers (not USAJobs). Although we may continue to accept applications beyond that date, we are only ensuring that those who submitted by the deadline above will be considered. Should the hiring division wish to review candidates who applied after that date, we will then process those applications to determine if they are qualified and should be forwarded for management review.
Required Documents
Submit a cover letter, a one- to two-page resume, a writing sample of no more than three pages, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers.
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
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH USAJOBS or EMAIL- APPLY ONLINE AT www.cbo.gov/careers. Submit a cover letter, a one- to two-page resume, a writing sample of no more than three pages, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers. Recent graduates must submit an unofficial copy of their academic transcripts. To ensure consideration, apply by October 11, 2024.
Next steps
You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your application is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you don't meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.
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