Job Title:Budget Analyst, GS-0560-7/9
Department:Department Of The Interior
Agency:National Park Service
Job Announcement Number:NPS-NCR-NAMA-13-820699gb
| SALARY RANGE: | $42,209.00 to $54,875.00 / Per Year |
| OPEN PERIOD: | Thursday, January 10, 2013 to Friday, January 25, 2013 |
| SERIES & GRADE: | GS-0560-07/09 |
| POSITION INFORMATION: | Full Time - Permanent |
| PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 09 |
| DUTY LOCATIONS: | 1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington DC Metro Area, DC United States
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| WHO MAY APPLY: | Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles) |
JOB SUMMARY:
Experience your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the National Park Service. Become a part of our mission to unite our past, our cultures and our special places, to establish important connections to the present and build a rich and lasting legacy for future generations. For more information about the National Park Service, visit http://www.nps.gov
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Status Candidates and Candidates eligible under Special Appointing Authorities
The National Mall and Memorial Parks is located in Washington, D.C., and is the place where America and the world come to reflect, honor, celebrate and recreate. The park contains some of the oldest and most significant historic sites and park lands such as the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, World War II Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and East & West Potomac Parks. For more information about this park, visit www.nps.gov/nama.
This position is located in the Division of Administration at the National Mall and Memorial Parks a unit of the National Park Service in Washington, DC.
This position has promotion potential to the target grade level of GS-09. You may be promoted to the next higher grade without further competition when all statutory and regulatory requirements have been met, performance is satisfactory and promotion is recommended by the supervisor. Promotion to the next higher grade is not guaranteed and is contingent upon the above criteria.
Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- U.S. Citizenship
- Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Svs.
- Relevant experience and/or education (See Qualifications and Evaluations)
- Suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation
- Possess and maintain a valid State or District of Columbia driver’s license
DUTIES: Back to top
Major duties of the position:
At the full performance level, the incumbent serves as a consultant and advisor in all phases of budget and related financial management matters.
- Assists with the development, preparation, and revision of the unit budget, and in the preparation of instructions to managers regarding funding estimates and budget planning for the coming fiscal year. Drafts procedural guidance concerning the format for submission of annual estimates of funding needs.
- Provides required data and assistance to program managers and unit staff in developing budget and program planning summaries.
- Assists with execution of the current year budget for the unit, including analysis of needs, recommendation for modifications, and making allotments.
- Participates, reviews and analyses park procedures on financial management matters with Financial Management Officer, and assists in developing written guidance for managers to accomplish park objectives and goals.
- Checks the accuracy and adequacy of budget justification data submitted in support of budget estimates or requests for allotments by comparison with source documents (e.g., acquisition records, historical financial data, payroll reports, and fixed cost data).
- Prepares data summaries for inclusion in routine and special reports on budget execution. Tabulates cost data on individual projects (e.g., construction, research, or maintenance) and applies basic budget analysis (e.g., cost-benefit ratios) to budgetary data to illustrate the effects of changes in levels of funding for current projects.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top
In order to qualify for this position you must meet the following by the closing date of the vacancy announcement: Friday, January 25, 2013
To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
A. One full academic year (18 semester hours) of progressively higher level graduate education in one or a combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. NOTE: One year of full time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying 1 year of full-time graduate study. OR
B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service as a budget analyst or related position. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Qualifying specialized experience includes: tracking and monitoring financial and program trends, analyzing and interpreting current and historic financial data, analyzing and compiling data for the most efficient and economic use of funding for program goals. Experience must have demonstrated performing the work independently using well established policies, procedures and techniques. OR
C. A combination of appropriate specialized experience as described in ”A” above and graduate level education as described in “B” and that together meet the qualification requirements for this position at the GS-7 grade level.
Time in Grade Requirements: Applicants who have held a nontemporary General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must meet the Time in Grade restriction by the closing date of the announcement.
To qualify for the GS-9 grade level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-7 in the Federal service as a budget analyst or related position. Experience may include -tracking and monitoring financial and program trends, analyzing and interpreting current and historic data, analyzing and compiling data for the most efficient and economic use of funding for program proposals. Experience must have demonstrated performing the work independently using well established policies, procedures and techniques. -OR-
You must have completed two full years of graduate level study leading to a master's degree, or master's or equivalent graduate degree that is directly related to this position and has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Such fields may include business administration, economics, accounting, governmental budgeting, and public administration. -OR-
You must have two years of graduate education in a directly related field or have an equivalent combination of such education and experience (50 percent of the experience requirement), and 27 semester hours or 41 quarter hours of appropriate directly related graduate education (50 percent of the education requirement).
Time in Grade Requirements: Applicants who have held a nontemporary General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must meet the Time in Grade restriction by the closing date of the announcement.
If you are qualifying based on education, please submit a legible copy of your college transcripts so that we can verify your coursework. It need not be an official transcript; however, if you are selected, you may be required to submit an official transcript prior to entering on duty.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above 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 provide such evidence when applying. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
REQUIREMENTS:
Appointment will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Under the requirements of the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), all new Federal Employees must pass a background investigation. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
New employees of the Department of the Interior must identify a financial institution for direct deposit of net pay within 30 days of entrance on duty.
Applicants must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license or District of Columbia driver's license.
This is not a drug tested position.
Applicant must be able to work alternative work schedules.
One year probationary period may be required.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your application, including an online assessment questionnaire, to ensure you meet the job requirements and assess your ability to perform this job. Your ratings are subject to change if discrepancies exist between your responses and your supporting documents.
All applicants will be rated on the following Skills or Competencies:
- · Financial Management - executes transactions and document activities in a financial accounting system.
- · Technical Application - provides data and assistance to program managers and staff in developing budget and program planning summaries.
- · Oral and Written Communication - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information in a succinct and organized manner; and produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience. Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues.
- · Technology Application - use a variety of computerized systems to gather, assemble and consolidate budgetary data.
If you meet the qualification requirements based on your online application and are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for further review.
BENEFITS: Back to top
The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits
Annual and Sick Leave: Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run and provide you with the appropriate forms.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Special Hiring Authorities Appointment: If you are claiming eligibility for appointment under a special hiring authority (VEOA, VRA, 30% Disabled Veteran, Schedule A, Peace Corps, VISTA, Public Lands Corps), you must submit proof of eligibility.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/ Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible visit http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap.
Travel, transportation and relocation expenses will be paid if the person selected for the position is from outside the local commuting area and is otherwise eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses under the Federal Travel Regulations.
HOW TO APPLY: Back to top
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 pm EST on Friday, January 25, 2013..
To begin click the Apply Online button and follow the prompts to register and submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
To return to a previously saved or incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov/.
We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may FAX your application materials to (478) 757-3144:
Follow these steps to apply by FAX:
- Complete the official FAX coversheet (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf)
- Use Vacancy ID 820699
- Print and complete a copy of OPM Form 1203-FX (http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf)
- Document your responses to the assessment questionnaire (click here to View Occupational Questionnaire).
- FAX your resume, assessment questionnaire (OPM Form 1203-FX), and supporting documents (See Required Documents below) to (478) 757-3144.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
- Resume showing relevant experience (cover letter optional)
- Completed Assessment Questionnaire
- SF-50 for proof of Merit Promotion eligibility, or documentation showing VEOA eligibility, if applicable.
- Documentation of eligibility for appointment under a Special Hiring Authority.
- ICTAP/CTAP Documentation (see "Transition Assistance Plan" in online questionnaire) if applicable documentation supporting eligibility for non-competitive appointment (e.g. severely disabled, eligible veterans, etc.), if applicable
- College transcripts, if applicable
NOTE: If you receive an email stating that there was a technical problem uploading your documents, you should fax the applicable documentation to OPM at 478-757-3144. Be sure to use the fax cover sheet that was linked in the vacancy announcement, include the appropriate Office Code (OV) and VIN (six digit code) so that the fax is processed properly and promptly. For further questions regarding applying options online or by fax, please contact OPM at ApplicationManagerHelpDesk@opm.gov.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Gwendolyn D. Barnett
Phone: (202)619-7045
Fax: (478)757-3144
Email: GWENDOLYN_BARNETT@NPS.GOV
Agency Information:
NPS National Capital Region
NO HARD COPY DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED
ONLY ONLINE AND FAXED DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED
Washington, DC
20242Fax: (478)757-3144
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.
