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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a PROGRAM ANALYST, Position Description Number T5825400 and is part of the MD USPFO, National Guard.
09/29/2022 to 10/06/2022
$61,947 - $80,532 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent -
Full-time -
Excepted
None
No
No
MD-11665015-AR-22-211T5
680154900
This position is open to On-Board Federal Employees of the Maryland National Guard only. Applicants must submit current copies of their SF-50 to verify eligibility.
1. Reviews, evaluates and analyzes obligations and expenditures. Prepares directorate or division
summaries from reports submitted by Major Subordinate Commands (MSC)*. Summarizes and
interprets significant data collected and relates this data to the organizations program actions;
identifies and analyzes deficiencies in resource consumption, training, workload and scheduling, and
valuates deviations from standards, plans, and estimates to determine cause and impact on
missions. Assists management in interpretation and utilization of reports and information provided.
Develops various visual media to present trends, performance status, capability and related
management information. Aids functional areas in identifying areas of record documentation and
procedures that can be streamlined, combined or improved and initiates methods to operate under
the new or revised system. Implements management control plans.
2. Provides recommendations to subordinate organizations for proper management of programs.
Recommends funding allocations and monitors expenditure to ensure allocations are being utilized
as planned and are not being exceeded. Adjusts allocations as needed. Report expenditure status to
management and National Guard Bureau (NGB) as required. Based on budget guidance received
from higher headquarters, develops an annual budget for programs. Reviews prior and current
budgets/funding trends, compiles funding projections and prepares funding recommendations.
Anticipates requirements for program funds by reviewing execution plans and recommends
appropriate action such as reprogramming funds from one program to another to correct funding
shortfalls. This requires close coordination with major subordinate commands and comptroller
personnel, and an in-depth understanding of the status of the projects and contracts, their
completion status and their significance to ensure that the recommendations made will allow for the
successful completion of management programs. Reviews the status of program milestones
requests payment of funds after it has been determined that the requirements have been properly
satisfied.
3. Researches and interprets personnel and training regulations, DA Pam's, Circulars, and NGB
guidance. Works concurrently with management to develop state program policies and procedures.
Provides advice and assistance to management on accountability and legality of operating
programs. As needed, makes MSC assistance visits to ensure policies and procedures are being
adhered to. Conducts training for proper management and accountability of programs. Assists
management in preparing guidelines and instructions to MSCs for development of the yearly State
Operating Budget (SOB). Reviews data on program requirements (e.g. manday requirements,
commercial transportation requirements, temporary employment requirements, etc.) to support
and justify each separate program by appropriation/activity.
4. Develops and prepares current year program spreadsheets. Advises management on timing of
obligations and expenditures for Cooperative Agreement service contracts, equipment acquisitions
and other unusual commitments. Verifies that obligations and expenditures occur on a timely basis
IAW current year program and monthly schedule of obligations and expenditures. Ensures
resources are available and are being properly and effectively expended to support program
objectives. Monitors and tracks obligations and expenditures throughout the execution phase.
Investigates and
prepares explanations of deviations from estimates or program objectives and develops
recommendations to managers for budgetary adjustments. Formulates and reviews all Annual
Funding Guidance/Programs (AFG/AFP) ensuring obligation authority is not exceeded and budget
adjustments are properly staffed. Review trends and performs analysis of separate budget activities
then provides information to management. Projects requirements for program requirements.
Validates and refines inputs which have fluctuated. Monitors daily expenditure rates associated
activity programs. Reviews daily and monthly funding documents to determine if updates are
correct or require further action. Develops, collects, and maintains various historical data used to
initiate planning, programming and execution of current and future training and operations
programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position is open to On-Board Federal Employees of the Maryland National Guard only. Applicants must submit current copies of their SF-50 to verify eligibility.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
2. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
4. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
5. The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
6. This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.
If you are using Education to qualify for this position, master's or equivalent graduate degree
or
2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education
leading to such a degree
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Applied knowledge of management principles, organizational theory and techniques of analysis.
Knowledge of agency administrative guidance and operating procedures coupled with analytical
ability is required to develop information required by the chief to
determine feasibility and legality of proposed program and operational plans.
Knowledge of and ability to prepare and present detailed briefings to the chief,
management and other involved individuals on subjects pertinent to the organization's
functions.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: This position is open to On-Board Federal Employees of the Maryland National Guard only. Applicants must submit current copies of their SF-50 to verify eligibility.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11665015
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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