Senior Campaign Finance & Reviewing Analyst

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Washington, AR - USA

profile Yearly Salary: $ 102415 - 133142
Posted on: 8 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

This position is in the Reports Analysis Division (RAD) and can be assigned to any of these three RAD Branches: Authorized Compliance and Party/Non-Party as needed. The purpose of the work is to review and analyze campaign finance reports and filings to determine adherence to the FEC regulations.

This is a bargaining unit position.


Duties

As the Senior Campaign Finance & Reviewing Analyst in this position you will:

  • Review and analyze campaign finance reports and filings to determine adherence to The Federal Election Campaign Act (FECA) and the FEC regulations;
  • Provide advice and guidance to committee officials to help them comply with FECA FEC regulations and other Commission policies;
  • Initiate prepare or review referrals to other FEC offices and divisions for further action;
  • Handle inquiries relating to matters addressed in Advisory Opinions Commission policy statements and interpretive rules division policies and procedures and other available guidance;
  • Train coach and mentor new and less experienced analysts.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. citizen or national.
  • You must be able to pass a background investigation.
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Legal and regulatory guidance below).
  • You may be required to serve a 2 year probationary period.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
  • Candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade).

Qualifications

In order to qualify you must meet the specialized experience and/or education requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. If qualifying based on education a copy of your unofficial transcripts must be provided with your application.

Qualifications for GS:
You must have at least one full year of specialized experience analyzing campaign finance reports to verify information and discern patterns of activities. This experience must be comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in private or public sectors) and must include activities such as: (1) reviewing and analyzing disclosure reports for compliance with the Federal Election Campaign Act (FECA) and applicable laws regulations and precedents; (2) applying qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to the review of reports to identify and resolve complex issues; (3) using all of the databases analytical methods and tools of the division; (4) providing training and/or giving guidance to less experienced analysts on the tools and methods used for the review of reports; and (5) providing technical advice to internal or external customers in response to questions about FECA requirements.

TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title series and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted).

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

There is no required education or education substitution for this position.

Additional information

Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit position (National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) Chapter 204).

FEC offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package including: health dental vision life and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan similar to a 401(k); Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules telework and transportation subsidies.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC

SummaryThis position is in the Reports Analysis Division (RAD) and can be assigned to any of these three RAD Branches: Authorized Compliance and Party/Non-Party as needed. The purpose of the work is to review and analyze campaign finance reports and filings to determine adherence to the FEC regulati...
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