Budget Analyst

Summary This vacancy is for a GS-0560-13, Budget Analyst located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Deputy Commandant for Operations, Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy, Inspections & Compliance Directorate, Office of International & Domestic Port Security, Washington D.C. Responsibilities The work involves analytical, technical, and administrative duties in one or more phases of the budget administration process (budget formulation and justification, presentation and enactment, and execution). The work also involves contract administration and contractor oversight including technical knowledge of product(s) contractor produces. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Develop, recommend, and implement budgetary and financial policies at the Directorate, Office, and Division level. Project and analyze the potential effects of budgetary actions on program viability and attainment of program objectives Forecast long-range office and division-level funding needs (e.g., 3 to 5 years or more into the future); and develop timetables for obtaining needed funding for new or modified substantive government programs. Achieve and maintain certification as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and perform all functions thereunto including providing overall oversight and support of contracting requirements and contractor activity for the Maritime Security Risk Analysis Model (MSRAM) and any other tools and future risk models as may be developed. Provide program support and analysis for the Maritime Security Risk Analysis Model (MSRAM) plus other future risk analysis models developed by the Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security. Requirements Conditions of Employment All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. This position requires a Secret clearance. This is a Bargaining Unit position. Time in Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy. Qualifications To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Applicants must meet all of the conditions below: - Develop budget estimates for funding requirements and then formulate, monitor, and report on a prioritized/structured budget based on that information; AND - Identify, analyze, present, and resolve budgetary problems utilizing automated budgetary systems; AND - Serve as a work group leader and as Contracting Officer Representative/supervisor of a contracted warehouse facility; AND - Perform a wide variety of budgetary formulation, analytical, and administrative functions that require application of many different and unrelated budgetary, financial, and analytical techniques and methods; AND - Develop and coordinate budget estimates, plans, justifications, special exhibits, and supplementary budget information for a wide range of appropriation budget submissions. There is no educational substitution at this grade level. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to 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. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional Information Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change. Due Weight Due weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards as an indicator of quality of prior experience; no points will be assigned. E-Verify DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Fair Chance Act The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to monica.l.bennett@uscg.mil. Suitability Statement If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Shared Certificates Statement Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Special Employment Consideration The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Recruitment incentives may be authorized. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact monica.l.bennett@uscg.mil. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation