Summary

This position is part of the Associate Administrator for Management and Budget, Department of Energy. A successful candidate in this position will serve as Budget Analyst, providing timely, cost-effective, and efficient administrative and financial support for NNSA Headquarters staff. The team designs and administers the corporate planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation (PPBE) system, including supporting cost estimations and analysis of alternatives.

Duties

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As a Budget Analyst, you will:

• Provide expert advisory services at budget meetings, explaining requirements for preparation, documentation, and submission of budget documents. Lead various oversight activities including monitoring HQ, Office of Management and Budget and Congressional actions to anticipate and advise management of changes and report to budget inquiries. Lead and perform formal reviews of Federal and internal controls budget evaluation, systems, processes, procedures, and activities such as budget validation reviews, and Federal budget performance.
• Perform budget formulation and execution activities including responses to formal budget calls; reviews funding requests and program execution documents to ensure adequacy of budget resources in accordance with Federal Appropriations Law and contractual ceiling and statutory limitations; properly records and certifies funds availability in Departmental budget and financial management systems.
• Develop, research, interpret and apply broad policy guidance, provide expert advice and formulate viable solutions and recommendations for senior program, project, and field office managers concerning the applicability, impact and application of the full range of budget activities, policies, and other applicable laws and regulations for decision making purposes.
• Provide expert advisory services at budget meetings, explaining requirements for preparation, documentation, and submission of budget documents and for audits and program reviews.
• Provide analysis and develops solutions for emergent issues throughout the fiscal year including the development and execution of reprogramming actions as necessary. Develop complex budget estimates, justification statements, apportionment requests, allotments and sub-allotments of funds and balance sheets reflecting organizational assets, liabilities, operating expenses, and working capital.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Subject to Random Drug Testing
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Favorable suitability determination required.
• Financial Disclosure is required.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance.
• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification.
• May be required to successfully complete a one (1) year probationary. Employees serving on a probationary may be terminated at any time during the probationary period for performance, conduct, or business-related reasons in the interest of Federal service.
• Please limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, you will be disqualified.

Probationary periods are required for new employees appointed to competitive service positions for the first time; or reinstated employees who return to Federal service after a break in service of 30-days or more and who have not completed a probationary period will need to complete the requirement.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service, i.e., NQ-03 or GS-14. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Directing and orchestrating the complete Federal budget cycle (formulation, justification, and execution) for major program components to align resources with strategic priorities. Proven ability to lead the integration and clearance of high-profile budget deliverables across diverse, multi-functional program elements. Expert in formulating budgetary policies, interpreting complex financial legislation, and providing strategic advisory services to senior leadership. Adept at independently resolving systemic financial challenges through advanced analytical forecasting and the definitive interpretation of federal guidelines and OMB circulars.

Examples of Specialized Experience (but not limited to):

1. Directed the end-to-end federal budget cycle (formulation, justification, and execution) for large program portfolio.

2. Resolved systemic financial deficits by developing an analytical forecasting model that decreased end-of-year unobligated balances.

3. Led the formulation phase of the budget process to align division resources with agency strategic goals.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Veterans applying under VEOA: DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter. For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information.

Other non-competitive or special appointing authorities: provide documentation which supports your eligibility.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

There is no education requirement for this position and education cannot be substituted for experience.

Additional information

• Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website.
• More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.
• All positions require successful completion of a background investigation.
• All males born after December 31,1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
• A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified applicant in accordance with the Agency policy and applicable regulations.
• In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration.

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.

Benefits

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