Budget Analyst

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Serves as the Budget Analyst for the Human Resources and Professional Development Directorate (HRPD), Leadership and Professional Development Division (LPDD) and Workforce Wellness and Services Division (WWSD). The incumbent is under the supervision of the Chief Learning Officer. Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.

Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or National
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• You must be a current permanent Department of Justice employee with competitive status or a CTAP/RPL eligible candidate.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
• You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• MOBILITY PLAN : New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process.
• This is a non-bargaining unit position.
• Candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following : Serves as an advisor to top management officials regarding budget guidelines and processes. Issues instructions as to data required for formulation of plans and budgets. Participates in program planning to ensure an integrated budget and planning process; AND Develops budget estimates and ensures proper balance among operating programs. Participates in planning and coordinating budget presentation activities. Ensures the completeness and adequacy of support data and consistency of testimony with statements of past years; AND Monitors budget execution for substantive programs by analyzing costs, benefits and trends in obligation and expenditures, and recommends actions to improve cost effectiveness.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Monitors all travel commitments, travel vouchers, local travel and other reimbursement vouchers in the Unified Financial Management System (UFMS) and ensures that the UFMS is reconciled.
• Participates with branch chiefs and program managers in strategic planning, which impact budgetary requirements.
• Monitors and tracks expenditures for the budget execution phase and analyzes the receipt, obligation, and expenditure of funds to ensure program funds are available and used properly and effectively.
• Serves as an advisor to top management officials regarding budget guidelines and processes.
• Issues instructions as to data required for formulation of plans and budgets.
• Participates in program planning to ensure an integrated budget and planning process.
• Develops budget estimates and ensures proper balance among operating programs.
• Participates in planning and coordinating budget presentation activities.
• Ensures the completeness and adequacy of support data and consistency of testimony with statements of past years.
• Monitors budget execution for substantive programs by analyzing costs, benefits and trends in obligation and expenditures, and recommends actions to improve cost effectiveness.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed