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Budget Analyst

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys | Philadelphia, PA

Posted Date 1/10/2025
Description
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/.

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under
25-PAE-12664408-IMP.At the full performance level, the Budget Analyst will be responsible for planning, implementing, and administering the full spectrum of budget and financial management services.

If selected for this position, the Budget Analyst will receive formal and/or on-the-job training, as needed. Specific duties will include:
  • Compares figures in current estimates of funding needs by line item or object calls with prior year expenditures.
  • Runs reports, as appropriate, to research obligation errors and anomalies. Provides a wide variety of budgetary reports. Reports may center on specific topics in budget submissions, obligations, funds availability, agency program direction, etc., and costs of operations.
  • Conducts periodic reviews, identifying any problems or issues involving the obligation process.
  • Compiles information for audit results and works in resolving problems and identified issues. Prepares financial documentation for audits. Assists in responding to audit questions and findings.
  • Assists in the preparation of district budget requests.
  • Reviews and analyzes program fund requirements submitted by district program managers and recommends allocations after receipt of operating plan allowances from the Executive Office. Duties require the review and analysis of past obligations, accomplishment of program objectives, and compliance with current priorities.
  • Determines the availability of funds for reallocation due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Recommends sources of funds, as required, if options are available.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.GS-09: To be eligible at the GS-09 grade level, the applicant must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of both Education and Specialized Experience.

Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level.
Specialized experience is defined as experience performing budget or financial management work which demonstrates knowledge of budget and finance principles, practices and methods to perform budget execution, formulation, financial reporting, and internal control functions. Examples of specialized experience include verifying obligations and expenditures occurring on a timely basis in accordance with regulatory controls and within the amounts programmed; controlling administrative and program funds to assure all issuances are not in excess of latest approved allowances; and overseeing the processing of travel authorizations, foreign travel packages and travel vouchers and/or claims.

Education: One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g., Accounting, Financial Management, Public Administration, Business Administration): a Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related.

Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of 1 full year.


GS-11: To be eligible at the GS-11 grade level, the applicant must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of both Education and Specialized Experience.

Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level.
Specialized experience is defined as performing budget or financial management work which demonstrates thorough knowledge of budget and finance policies, principles, and practices sufficient to manage the budget process. Examples of specialized experience include gathering statistical data needed for financial reporting, reviewing the accuracy of budget and program data, monitoring obligations and expenditures, compiling budget requests, formulating and executing the budget; overseeing financial management operations; conducting audits, tracking funds, and developing statistical reports.

Education: One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g., Accounting, Financial Management, Public Administration, Business Administration): a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M, if related.

Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of 2 full years.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.


Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov
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Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Salary67,339.00 - 105,911.00 Annual

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