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Budget Analyst (Direct Hire)

National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Ames Research Center
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Summary

The position is in the Resources Management & Integration Division (Code CR) of the Office of the CFO. The incumbent serves as a budget analyst responsible for managing the elements of full cost accounting for the assigned directorate. Performs oversight, management, operations, analysis and integration of budget formulation and execution work. The incumbent also provides budget guidance and advisory services to the customers within the division and branch levels of the supported directorate.

Overview

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Open date: 08/18/2022
Closed date: 08/22/2022
Location
Few vacancies in the following locations:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$79,363 - $150,703 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12 - 13
Promotion potential
13
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Term - Not to exceed 2 years with the option to extend to a maximum of 6 years.
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Announcement number
ARC-22-DE-11587045-CWO
Control number
668506200

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Duties

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  • Duties described below are at the full-performance level. Duties assigned at a lower grade level will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
  • Manages the formulation and execution of the budget for the assigned Mission Support Directorate. Coordinates and assists all analysis and deliverables needed to formulate and execute budget requirements.
  • Understands and interprets budget policy and guidance for use in developing an integrated budget to fulfill multi-year institutional objectives. organize work.
  • Reviews and evaluates information/data for budgetary requirements. Interprets and assesses the impact of new/revised budget guidance and guidelines on the budget formulation and execution processes.
  • Provides budgetary estimates and financial forecasts for customers and management officials. Develops contingency plans to allow for variables and avoid adverse budgetary risks.
  • Develops effective strategies for collecting funding and compiles the data and materials to present budget strategies to management. Continually modifies long-range budget plans in accordance with changes in budget.
  • Reviews, analyzes, revises, and makes budget recommendations and justifications. Analyzes, and consolidates budget estimates to reflect the funding needs of the customer organization.
  • Applies innovative, new, creative, and/or more effective methods to organize and analyze historical data. Develops and applies process interventions to increase the effectiveness of budgetary decision-making.
  • Analyzes reports on obligations, expenditures, and costs. Prepares monthly reviews of funds and performance toward plans.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S
  • Position subject to pre-employment background investigation
  • You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement
  • This position may require a one year trial period.
  • If selected, you may discuss the possibility of remote work with your supervisor, limited to the locations indicated within the announcement.
  • Please see the "Additional Information" section for important information about COVID-19 vaccination requirements for federal employees.

Qualifications

You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade, which has equipped you with the particular competencies needed to successfully perform the duties of the position described above.

To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level:

  • Participating in budget formulation and execution activities for programs and performing activities involving the process of gathering historical financial data and trends;
  • Analyzing data to support budget estimates and monitoring actual expenses; and
  • Making recommendations to resolve budgetary discrepancies utilizing resources/financial management systems and/or tools.
To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level:
  • Executing all phases of budget formulation and execution activities for programs by reviewing and assessing historical financial data and trends;
  • Developing program/project budgets, estimating and monitoring the obligation of funds; and
  • Interfacing with and making recommendations to management for the implementation of corrective actions to resolve budgetary discrepancies.
Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are selected, NASA may request information regarding your vaccination status for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols, such as masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.

This appointment may be extended beyond the initial appointment date, for a period not to exceed a total of six years.

Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position. If selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must:
- Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility.
- Meet the minimum qualifications requirements for the position
- Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents'

For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and veterans' preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.

Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). For more information on please see: Veterans' Preference information on the FedsHireVets website.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.

You will be assessed on the following competencies:

  • Budget Administration
  • Technical Competence
  • Budgeting Management
  • Financial Management
NASA considers paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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Fax
1-866-779-6772
Email
nssc-contactcenter@mail.nasa.gov
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