COST ANALYST Job in Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

Vacancy No. AFMC-12701619-737811-9X-JEJ Department Air Force Materiel Command
Salary $51,821.00 to $119,504.00 Grade 7 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/25/2025 Close Date 3/3/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH


Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a cost analyst in the 88th Air Base Wing financial management office preparing and presenting Cost/Management Assistance Studies, collecting and preparing data for Base Overhead Cost Factor development, as well as reviewing/performing economic analyses of 88th ABW operations.

Duties

  1. GS-07/09: Performs developmental assignments.
  2. GS-07/09/11: Performs recurring assignments.
  3. GS-07: Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects.
  4. GS-07/09/11: Prepares written correspondence and other documentation.
  5. GS-09/11: Carries out special projects and participates in special initiatives and studies
  6. GS-12: Provide financial management and advisory oversight of comprehensive cost and economic analysis efforts to ensure propriety and compliance with financial, fiscal and auditing directives specific to the life cycle management of major and minor facilities, programs and projects.
  7. GS-12: Formulate, establish, and implement financial management policies, instructions, and procedures on all matters relating to programming, budgeting, funding, forecasting, and status of cost analysis program.
  8. GS-12: Responsible for all aspects of the formulation, development, and execution of cost and comparative analysis, economic impact evaluation, budget reporting, requirements planning, and multi-year program efforts required to properly source and meet program resource requirements.
  9. GS-12: Represent the organization at all levels within the government and at contractor/industry sites.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
  • This position may require travel.
  • This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
  • Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
  • Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
  • Safeguards classified and confidential information and files.
  • Must be available to support mobility or Readiness Center operations in an exercise or contingency situation.
  • May be required to work overtime or an irregular shift.
  • The duties of this position meets all requirements as a category 4 designation, and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing..
  • the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IA W: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve.")

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions, Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.?

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-07: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level. Examples of creditable specialized experience includes Knowledge of the basic principles, concepts and theories of Financial Management, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform entry level assignments. Basic knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recognize solutions. Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers.
OR
I have successfully completed 1 full year of graduate level education which is related to this position or I meet the requirements superior academic achievement. (NOTE: transcripts must be provided).

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-09: I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level (or equivalent in an alternate pay system). Examples of creditable specialized experience includes Participates in the development of financial planning objectives by evaluating cost/investment alternatives, budget requirements, etc.; and develops appropriate strategic plans in consonance with Program Management Plans. Prepares action plans for meeting annual data calls, strategic investments in new mission sets, appropriated fund reimbursements, development of requirements for Future-Year Defense Plans (FYDP), and other requirements.
OR
I have successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or have successfully completed two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., which is related to the position from an accredited university or college. This education demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position and is related to the duties of this position. (NOTE: Transcripts must be provided.)
OR
I have successfully completed some graduate level education and I have some specialized experience as described above. Therefore, I have a combination of specialized experience and graduate level education to qualify for this position. Only graduate level education in excess of the first year may be used as qualifying when combining education and experience. (NOTE: Transcripts must be provided.)

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11: I have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 (or equivalent in an alternate pay system). Examples of creditable specialized experience includes Formulates, establishes, and implements financial management policies, instructions, and procedures on all matters relating to programming, budgeting, funding, forecasting, and status of cost analysis program. Reviews, analyzes, interprets, and implements directives and policy from higher echelons. Establishes and exercises control over the maintenance of a program repository for all financial documents and develops program financial management records of the overall financial status of the program.
OR
I have successfully completed three full years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. This education includes one or a combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. Note: One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours is considered as satisfying the one year of full-time study requirement.
OR
I have some, but less than three full years of specialized experience, and I have successfully completed some graduate level education beyond the two years. Therefore my combination of education and specialized experience provided me with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-12:
I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 (or equivalent in an alternate pay system). Examples of creditable specialized experience is described as: financial management and advisory oversight of comprehensive cost and economic analysis efforts to ensure propriety and compliance with financial, fiscal and auditing directives specific to the life cycle management of major and minor facilities, programs and projects. Responsible for managing internal and external costing requirements for various programs and program support at different phases of design, development, construction, modification, sustainment, or demolition. Analyzes and provides financial input based upon cost analysis principles, modeling and objectives. Financial advisory efforts include all aspects of program planning, budget analysis, and cost analysis for weapon system programs.

AND

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the next lower level grade (GS-5 for GS-07, GS-7 for GS-09, GS-09 for GS-11 and GS-11 for GS-12) is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements.

Due to the use of 90-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA's): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
  1. Knowledge of commonly used cost methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes to perform cost analysis, economic evaluation, and cost estimating that assist and impact in the formulations, justification, and execution of assign budgets in support of the mission, structure, goals, work processes and programs of assigned organization.
  2. Knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of funding pertinent to installation programs/organizations.
  3. Expert skill in the application of analytical methods and mathematical and statistical analyses, and various cost estimating techniques to analyze and evaluate the effects of changes in program plans and funding and conduct economic and cost studies/analyses.
  4. Ability to gather, assemble, analyze data and make recommendations in developing cost studies and estimates and develop alternatives.
  5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on cost processes.
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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

ADMINISTRATIVE CAREERS WITH AMERICA (ACWA): This position is covered by the Luevano Consent Decree. Selected applicants at the GS-5 & GS-7 grade levels will be required to take and successfully pass the ACWA assessment. Should you be required to take the ACWA assessment, you will be given further instructions.

Additional information

Ideal Candidate Statement (cannot be used for qualification determination):
The ideal candidate for this position will be able to: perform independently and autonomously; apply critical thinking and innovative techniques to solving problems and mastering processes; access and manipulate financial information from Air Force and DoD databases; communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external agencies at multiple echelons; and proactively manage and track multiple efforts and taskings simultaneously.

Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (Includes current Air Force employees): You are required to submit legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1"). Additionally, if you are applying for a higher grade (GS) and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one year time-in-grade requirement so you will need to provide an SF-50 which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-grade Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old)

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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Benefits

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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 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.

The resume/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.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

  1. Online Application: Questionnaire
  2. Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. To ensure full consideration of your experience and education we encourage you to use the USAJOBS resume builder to prepare your resume or to guide you in preparing your resume. See http://www.usajobs.gov/Content/pdfs/Tutorials-Resume.pdf for more information.
  3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
  4. Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
  5. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
  6. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
  • Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
  • Branch of Armed Forces
  • Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
  • Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
  • Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
  • Expected character of service/discharge and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
  • Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
  • Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

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

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/03/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12701619

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

  • It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
  • If your resume includes photographs (or links to social media), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, or personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., you will not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.

Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (Includes current Air Force employees): You are required to submit legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1"). Additionally, if you are applying for a higher grade (GS) and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one year time-in-grade requirement so you will need to provide an SF-50 which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-grade Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
AF Life Cycle Management Center
2000 Allbrook Drive
Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433
US

Next steps

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