The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Budget Analyst, NH-0560-03 to work at USSTRATCOM J8 on Offutt AFB in Bellevue, Nebraska.

Seeking a sharp Budget Analyst to shape our financial future. You will own the full budget lifecycle, from data-driven formulation and forecasting to execution and monitoring. As a key financial advisor, you'll guide program managers, ensuring compliance and optimal resource use. Leveraging advanced analytics, you'll provide critical insights to drive strategic decisions and mission success. Your expertise will directly impact our financial health and operational effectiveness. Join us to make a difference.

Skills desired: Knowledgeable in Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System (DEAMS), TEAMS, Data Analytics, Defense Travel System, Government purchase card and travel card, G-Invoicing, Balancing, FM certification.

SALARY RANGE: $76,463 - $118,204

AFCS BENEFITS:

Paid Time Off:

11 Federal Holidays each year

13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time:

13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance:

No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement:

Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)

Basic Benefits Plan

Social Security Investments:

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), such as; 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Qualifications/Requirements:

The incumbent will manage resources efficiently and effectively to achieve mission accomplishment. Responsibilities include financial management functions directly to a general/flag officer where decisions affect key command programs.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance.

Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties.

This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.

This is a Financial Management Level 2, Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.

Education requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0500/budget-analysis-series-0560/

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

Knowledge of fiscal law as it applies to the use of appropriated funds and working capital funds; of multi-year, single-year, and no-year appropriations and funds, as well as their characteristics, uses, applications, and structures; and of operations and maintenance (O&M) fund programming, budgeting, distribution, and execution.

Skill in the application of analytical methods and techniques (e.g., cost-benefit analysis, Zero Based Budgeting (ZBB), amortization, depreciation, and pro-rating revenues and costs among customers), 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.

Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare budget estimates, develop alternatives, and make recommendations to resolve budget/funding problems.

Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional supporting documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/

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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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.