Clarification from the agency

This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

1. Performs budget formulation procedures/processes involving independent assessments and compiles detailed analyses of annual, multi-year, and/or revolving fund budget estimates for assigned organizations/programs into a consolidated budget request.
2. Assesses and balances installation and mission support program risk to meet customer and organizational needs and monitors and evaluates status of funds to compare budget development of assigned programs/entities against budget execution.
3. Assembles and/or develops background data, information, and documentation to support required program budgets for justification and reference purposes throughout the Center's corporate financial/budget committee review/approval process. Utilizes Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) process to align resources for USSF and Det 1 installation and mission support requirements.
4. Provides financial advice on budget-related matters, such as types of funding available, effects of budgetary changes on related activities, status, and use of funds, etc. Works with base comptrollers and other entities to resolve funding disconnects and plan for predictable and unforeseen funding requirements.
5. Reviews funding commitments and obligations through continuous dialogue with comptrollers, budget officers, resource advisors.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Male must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The position 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
• May be required to travel on military or commercial aircraft to perform site visits and/or attend conferences/meetings.
• 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
• This is a Centrally Managed position under the Financial Management Career Field.
• This is a Financial Management LEVEL2 Certified position in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience to include. but not limited to:

• Experience with the federal budget process, including POM and ExPlan development.
• Knowledge of financial management principles and regulations.
• Experience managing and executing a budget for a government agency.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide recommendations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

NOTE: 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.

This announcement establishes a pool of candidates to fill future positions. We accept applications continuously during the open period of this announcement. We review applications and refer candidates for selection consideration as vacancies occur within the organization. Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement upon its closing for up to 120 days.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): 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 the Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution (PPBE) process; policies; mission; goals/objectives; principles; and concepts pertaining to installation and mission support capabilities.

2. Knowledge of commonly used budgetary methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes to formulate, justify, and execute assigned budget in support of the mission, structure, goals, work processes, and programs of assigned organization(s).

3. Knowledge of and ability to use budget/financial execution systems that support procurement/acquisition and monitoring mission requirements for installation and mission support functions.

4. Ability to recognize and analyze complex analytical problems, conduct research, summarize results, and proactively make appropriate recommendations for resolution.

5. Ability to interpret and apply public law, policy, and AFIMSC/DoD/MAJCOM/AF directives related to installation and mission support capabilities; extensive knowledge of fiscal policy guidelines/proper use of various fund sources.

6. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare budget estimates, develop alternatives, and communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) in making recommendations to resolve budget/funding problems.

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.

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.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
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.

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