DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
This position is located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Policy (OMAP), Division of Budget Management and Strategic Planning. This Division is the focal point within the OIG in providing day-to-day management, oversight and technical direction of OIG's budget/financial management and strategic planning activities. The incumbent functions as a financial management analyst and is responsible for providing a wide variety of analytical and administrative duties connected with all phases of the budget process and other financial management activities for the Office of inspector General.
Position is at the full performance level.
This position is outside of the bargaining unit.
No Permanent Change of Station funds (PCS) or Relocation Incentive will be offered.
No Recruitment Incentives will be offered.
This vacancy is limited to 100 applications and may close before the closing date listed here if that limit is reached.
Summary
DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
This position is located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Policy (OMAP), Division of Budget Management and Strategic Planning. This Division is the focal point within the OIG in providing day-to-day management, oversight and technical direction of OIG's budget/financial management and strategic planning activities. The incumbent functions as a financial management analyst and is responsible for providing a wide variety of analytical and administrative duties connected with all phases of the budget process and other financial management activities for the Office of inspector General.
Position is at the full performance level.
This position is outside of the bargaining unit.
No Permanent Change of Station funds (PCS) or Relocation Incentive will be offered.
No Recruitment Incentives will be offered.
This vacancy is limited to 100 applications and may close before the closing date listed here if that limit is reached.
Provides expert advice and assistance to OIG managers in the development of budget requests and related supporting documentation. Develops procedural instructions and policy guidance for use by OIG officials in planning and estimating funding needs in the areas of staffing, travel, etc. Reviews, analyzes, and edits budget requests submitted by OIG management to assure that they conform to DOL, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Congressional requirements. Analyzes estimates to identify imbalances among program areas, to eliminate duplication of administrative functions, and to reconcile estimates with current levels of expenditures and expenditures and anticipated changes in administrative programs and/or staffing levels.
Prepares narrative/statistical material, exhibits and related background information concerning OIG’s budget for use in briefing OIG executive management scheduled to appear before Congressional appropriations committees. Performs similar budget justification and information-gathering tasks in response to requests by OMB and/or Congressional staff members.
Assists in the formulation and the justification of the agency’s budget submission, and for the development of the other materials to request and defend the OIG’s budget before the Department, OMB and the Congress.
Assists the Budget Officer in directing and overseeing the OIG budget process including; long range planning, GPRA and formulation. Ensures all budget activities are administered in accordance with Federal regulations and laws, OMB circular A-11, A-134, A-123 and other applicable guidance related to budget formulation in order to direct the budget process.
Assists the Budget Officer in overseeing and managing budget operations, including both budget formulation and execution, for an agency organization or program. Develops and directs the budget operation for an organization with multiple major subordinate components, each with diverse, multi-year, substantive programs, such as budget operations at the Department level. Participates as a principle official in developing and updating the multi-year strategic plan, and recommends policies that impact on substantive agency programs or national priorities. Develops policies and procedures that support the externally mandated Congressional budget process.
Prepares periodic financial status reports, and tracks actual expenditures and obligations in comparison to the approved operating budget. Prepares the annual FTE plan for OIG, allocating the ceiling between quarters of the fiscal year in a way that maximizes the effective use of the resources provided to OIG. The actual ceiling used is compared to the plan periodically, and adjustments made to the plan as required.
Serves as the functional expert for the OIG automated accounting system. Provides guidance and procedural policy for system users nationwide. Provides requirements to supporting technical staff for modifications to the automated accounting system to effect changes resulting from changes in financial management policies and directives or OIG operating principles. Ensures through active liaison with OASAM/DOL a viable reconciliation of OIG financial activity through the DOL accounting system.
U.S. Citizenship. Requires a valid drivers license.
Subject to financial disclosure requirements.
Requires a background investigation.
Applicants must meet time-in-grade, time-after-competitive-appointment and qualifications requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the vacancy to be eligible for consideration for selection. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
Qualifications
Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-13, in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience may include such duties as developing budgetary procedural instructions and policy guidance in the areas of staffing, travel, etc.; reviewing, analyzing, and editing budget requests submitted; preparing narrative and/or statistical material and exhibits; and providing guidance and procedural policy for financial or budget system users.
This position will not be filled until the Departments Placement Assistance Programs have been fully utilized.
Education
There is no subsitution for education at the GS-14.
Additional information
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
The Department of Labor does not make unfavorable hiring decisions on the basis of an applicant's previous or current unemployment, or the fact that an applicant has experienced financial difficulty through no fault of his/her own and has undertaken good faith efforts to meet his/her financial obligations. Consideration is given to financial status in relation to appointments only where required by law, regulation, or Executive Order.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Click here for Evaluation details. For Displaced Employees ONLY: if you meet the eligibility requirements for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles will be considered "well-qualified" if they attain at least a rating score of 85 in a numerical rating scheme. Be sure to review DOL Account Eligibility Questions #23 and #26 to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP/CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, professionalism, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations.
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Self Management - Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals;displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve.
Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner.
External and Organizational Awareness - Identifies and keeps up-to-date on key economic, political, and financial trends that affect the organization. Understands the organization's mission and functions, which include strategic and operational goals, programs, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Knowledge of Federal Governmental Processes - Knowledge of Federal budget, appropriations, legislative, administrative, and other governmental processes.
Knowledge of Budgeting and Financial Management - Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating budget and financial management systems, processes, and procedures.
Technology Application - Uses machines, tools, and technical equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to obtain, analyze, and communicate information in the appropriate format. The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview).
Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc). The examining Human Resources Office (HRO) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responses. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. To preview questions please click here.
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.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
The following documents are required from ALL applicants:
- Most Recent SF-50 that indicates current grade, step, and competitive status - All status candidates or reinstatement eligibles MUST submit.
* Warning: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step. Ensure you submit your most recent SF-50 indicating grade, step and competitive status to establish your eligibility for this position.
The following documents are required if applicable:
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under ICTAP/CTAP Eligibility.
- DD-214 - verifying military service, eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) and showing character of discharge (ex. Member Copy 4 vs. Copy 1)
- Special/Non-Competitive Appointing Authority Documents - Applicants who are eligible for consideration, and wish to be considered, under one of the following non-competitive hiring authorities must submit appropriate documentation (click on the links below to see the documentation requirements):
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents must be received before the job closes - since this job has an application limit of 100, it will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) ON THE DATE THIS LIMIT IS REACHED or ON THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE, whichever OCCURS FIRST. If the job closes on the date the limit is reached, applicants will no longer be able to edit their applications. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)
Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, click the "Agency Contact Information" link. Click "Start Application" and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click "Continue to Agency Site".
STEP 3 - Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)
On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account and click "APPLY TO THIS VACANCY". Continue through the 7 progress steps noted at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy . Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 - On the "Application Review" step, click "Submit Application"
The last "Confirmation" step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date by returning to USAJOBS and clicking the vacancy, then "Update Application".
Labor, Office of Inspector General
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Rm. S5028
Washington, DC 20210
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
The following documents are required from ALL applicants:
- Most Recent SF-50 that indicates current grade, step, and competitive status - All status candidates or reinstatement eligibles MUST submit.
* Warning: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step. Ensure you submit your most recent SF-50 indicating grade, step and competitive status to establish your eligibility for this position.
The following documents are required if applicable:
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under ICTAP/CTAP Eligibility.
- DD-214 - verifying military service, eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) and showing character of discharge (ex. Member Copy 4 vs. Copy 1)
- Special/Non-Competitive Appointing Authority Documents - Applicants who are eligible for consideration, and wish to be considered, under one of the following non-competitive hiring authorities must submit appropriate documentation (click on the links below to see the documentation requirements):
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents must be received before the job closes - since this job has an application limit of 100, it will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) ON THE DATE THIS LIMIT IS REACHED or ON THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE, whichever OCCURS FIRST. If the job closes on the date the limit is reached, applicants will no longer be able to edit their applications. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)
Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, click the "Agency Contact Information" link. Click "Start Application" and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click "Continue to Agency Site".
STEP 3 - Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)
On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account and click "APPLY TO THIS VACANCY". Continue through the 7 progress steps noted at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy . Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 - On the "Application Review" step, click "Submit Application"
The last "Confirmation" step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date by returning to USAJOBS and clicking the vacancy, then "Update Application".
Labor, Office of Inspector General
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Rm. S5028
Washington, DC 20210
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
