Budget Analyst Job in Washington DC Metro Area - 97807888 - ZA4RRLTWTMD2A

Job Title:
Budget Analyst

Department:
Department Of Health And Human Services

Agency:
Administration for Children and Families

Job Announcement Number:
HHS-ACF-MP-12-451873

SALARY RANGE:
$74,872.00 - $115,742.00 /year

OPEN PERIOD:
Monday, March 21, 2011 to Friday, March 16, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:GS-0560-12

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time Career/Career Conditional

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
13

DUTY LOCATIONS:
2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
ACYF Employees Only

JOB SUMMARY:Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.

Who May Apply: Federal employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service, in the Administration for Children and Families. YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR SF-50

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Administration on Children Youth and Families (ACYF), Office of the Commissioner.

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC

If selected for this position, you will:

• Monitor execution of assigned programs and aministrative portions of the ACYF operating budget to assure that all received funds are properly allocated.
• Provide advice and reccomendations on all aspects of the annual operating budget to agency program officials and manager.
• Review, analyze, and interpret legislation, appropriations language, OMB directives and Department Guidelines pertaining to the assigned segment of the agency budget.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare advice of allowances for program funds for central and regional offices which reflect allocations and changes in obligations.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To qualify for the GS-12 level, you must have one year specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.  To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government.

Examples of Specialized Experience:  Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying various legislative, policy, and regulatory decisions to develop budgetary plans, policies, and guidance, and to make adjustments to the budget.

Conditions of Employment:

1. Security and Background Requirements: If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.

2. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.

3. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

4. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

5. Financial disclosure statement may be required.

6. One-year probationary period may be required.

7. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid.

8. Bargaining Unit Position:Yes

9. Drug Screening Required: No

10. Recruitment Bonus may be authorized: No

11. Time in grade (TIG) must be met by closing date of the announcement.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.  Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Knowledge of ACF Legislative authorities, program and administrative policies.

Skill in identifying and analyzing cost benefit relationships between the ACYF program and budget to develop multi-year budget plans and forecasts.

Sill in developing and carrying out written and oral strategies for presenting the budget.

Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying various legislative, policy and regulatory decisions.

Ability to forecast and conduct reconciled budget analysis.

BENEFITS:

The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/ei/benefits.asp#icc.

OTHER INFORMATION:

If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans’ preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/veterans.asp.

Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).

For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap.To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at **.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

HOW TO APPLY:

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov/.

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdfusing the following Vacancy ID 451873.Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire,and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdfand
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:

1. Your Resume'
2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents:
    - Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable
    - College transcript, if applicable

For Resume' and Application Tips visit: http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/resumeandapplicationtips.asp#icc

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Résumé

2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire

3. Other supporting documents:

- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable
              - College Transcripts, if applicable

Note: You may submit an unofficial transcript or a list of college courses completed indicating course titles, credit hours, and grades received. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected for the position.

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, March 16, 2012.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Bethesda Center Helpdesk
Phone: (888)478-4340
Fax: (478)757-3144
Email: QUICKQUESTIONS@PSC.GOV Agency Information:
OHR Bethesda Operations Center
7700 Wisconsin Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814
Fax: (478)757-3144

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement.

You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).