Budget Analyst (Manpower Execution)

Army National Guard Units • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

This National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position is for a Budget Analyst (Manpower Execution), Position Description Number T5929000, assigned to the Ohio HRO HQ, National Guard. The role performs position management duties and manpower and force management analysis, including requirement determination and organization and force structure distribution.

The analyst advises on full-time resource allocation, execution, and management for Army and Air components. The role interprets and analyzes manpower allocation guidance, manages resources in accordance with state priorities and mission needs, reviews military structure and manpower distributions, advises on requests and their impacts, and processes personnel actions using automated systems.

The analyst reviews Military Technician voucher allocations and develops annual obligation plans; coordinates projections and unfunded requirements with National Guard Bureau staff; and analyzes budgets, expenditures, funding availability, and potential reprogramming. The role prepares reports and briefing materials for the Human Resources Officer, adjusts fund allocations, reviews projected and prior Permanent Change of Station costs, supports year-end closeout, and participates in program budget advisory committee meetings.

The position also coordinates proposed organizational structures and manpower changes with other Human Resources Office functions, develops objectives and measures for resource execution, monitors program plans and funding, prepares statistical reports, and supports funding and execution plans for training and travel. Other duties may be assigned.

Federal employment suitability and an appropriate security clearance are required. Information Assurance certification is a condition of employment. The position is designated as Essential Personnel and may involve irregular or overtime hours, travel, and driving when required by assigned duties.

Requirements

• Meet general experience, education, or training requirements involving problem-solving, effective oral and written communication, and planning and organizing work.
• Demonstrate competencies in analysis, research, writing, and judgment, typically gained through college education or progressively responsible experience.
• Be able to follow established methods and procedures and apply practical knowledge of program operations, procedures, and policies.
• Have one year of specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
• Have finance and budget experience, education, or training providing knowledge of financial principles and procedures.
• Have an excellent understanding of basic National Guard financial budget program principles and requirements.
• Be able to follow directions and read, retain, and understand instructions, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Meet federal employment suitability requirements based on a background investigation.
• Obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance designated by the state.
• Complete Information Assurance certification as a condition of employment.
• Establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Be available for irregular and/or overtime hours or hours outside the normal duty day when operational requirements or contingencies require them.
• Travel in military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments when required.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license if the duties require driving a motor vehicle.
• If qualifying through education, have a related Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M.; provide supporting transcripts or documentation.

Responsibilities

• Advise on full-time resource allocation, execution, and management for Army and Air, and interpret and analyze manpower allocation guidance.
• Manage manpower allocations based on state priorities, historical utilization, mission, and functions; review military structure and ensure requirements and distributions are properly conveyed to National Guard Bureau.
• Assess the efficiency and feasibility of requests, consider potential impacts, and make recommendations.
• Process personnel actions using automated systems in accordance with applicable guidance and local checklists.
• Review Military Technician voucher allocations by Sub Activity Groups and develop annual obligation plans.
• Coordinate future projections and unfunded requirements with National Guard Bureau staff.
• Use fiscal systems to account for personnel, travel costs, salaries, and incentives.
• Analyze actual expenditures against planned annual and multi-year budgets or allotments; assess fund availability and identify potential reprogramming needs.
• Prepare reports and briefing materials for the Human Resources Officer on funding trends, utilization, alternative funding approaches, and personnel execution.
• Evaluate cost and program changes, adjust fund allocations, and verify and update budget data in forms, schedules, and reports.
• Manage projected Permanent Change of Station costs and review prior PCS obligations.
• Provide analytical guidance and assist with year-end closeout narratives and budget advice, including funding, allotment, distribution, and closeout procedures.
• Participate in program budget advisory committee meetings in coordination with USPFO.
• Coordinate proposed organizational structures and manpower changes with other HRO functions, based on state priorities and management needs.
• Develop goals, objectives, measurement metrics, and controls for command-wide full-time resource execution.
• Coordinate change requests and assist with submissions to National Guard Bureau when necessary.
• Analyze changes and gaps in program plans and funding; prepare statistical reports and identify variances and their causes.
• Monitor funding levels by Sub Activity Group and request funding moves based on pay-period execution.
• Coordinate execution plans and funding for institutional training, professional seminars, and travel with directors; prepare written reports for the Human Resources Officer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefit eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

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