Budget Analyst
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
This position is for a Budget Analyst located in the National Office of the United States Department of Labor Office of Workers Compensation (OWCP) Programs Division of Financial Administration Branch of Budget Execution and Formulation.
The Branch of Budget Execution and Formulation provides leadership direction and performance in the formulation justification and execution of all aspects of the OWCP budget.
Duties for the GS-13 position include but are not limited to the following:
-Prepares and/or edits narrative justifications and projected funding needs and assures that data requests is formally and accurately documented in a wide variety of forms schedules and financial/budgetary schedules summaries justifications supporting statistical material back-up data and Information for use by witnesses in support of the budget submission to OMB and the Congress.
-Monitors the availability and use of funds to assure they are used in the most cost-effective manner. Identifies and analyzes trends in the receipt obligation or expenditure of funds to ensure that objectives of the annual financial plan are being met on a timely basis and that funds are available and are being properly and effectively used to support program objectives
.-Analyzes and interprets the impact of new and revised legislation OMB policies and precedents on the OWCP budget and program operational plans budget formulation and execution of budgets and makes appropriate recommendations.
-Works in collaboration with senior staff to develop and formulate budget closely with program management and staff in developing initiatives and preparing appropriate written justifications.
-Prepares briefing materials and responds to inquiries throughout the budget monthly financial forecasts on designated budget accounts for the Director and OWCP Program Managers
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
- Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Position titles alone cannot be used to determine if you are qualified. Please list dates in MM/DD/YY format. This is imperative in determining if whether you have at least one year of creditable specialized experience. Dates will not be assumed.
For the GS-13: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal Service.
Specialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) to perform the duties of the position successfully and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Specialized experience required for this position is defined as experience performing at least 3 of the following:
-Preparing analyses and justification and analyses and forecasts for budget formulation or budget execution;
-Linking financial planning and budget execution to budget formulation;
-Utilizing spreadsheet software to perform data analyses and prepare macros pivot tables etc;
-Preparing apportionments and allotments to distribute funding
You may not use education to substitute for specialized experience.
Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the Required Documents section for additional requirements.
The mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers improve working conditions expand high-quality employment opportunities and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers.
Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
As a condition of employment all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities systems information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
This position is inside the bargaining unit. If the duty location is within the Washington D.C. metropolitan area the position will be included in the Local 12 AFGE bargaining unit. If the duty location is outside the Washington D.C. metropolitan area the position will be included in the NCFLL bargaining unit.
For more information click Telework Position Information. This is not a remote work position. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy.
Based on agency needs additional positions may be filled using this vacancy.
The Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. Click for more information on Pay Leave and Workforce Flexibilities.
The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicants criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agencys complaint process Guidelines for Reporting Violations of the Fair Chance Act.
Note: The FCA does not apply to some positions specified under the Act such as law enforcement or national security positions.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position after notification of the adjudication of your request you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.
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.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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