Budget Analyst - EPG- GS 9

Full TimeAZ-SIERRA VISTAEPG
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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Budget/Accounting

Job Summary

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

WHAT IS ATEC?
ATEC is the Army’s independent test and evaluation organization. We are a team of Civilian and Military personnel working together to provide America’s Military with the best equipment to win and return home safely. At ATEC, we have a saying: If a Soldier rides, wears, shoots, or deploys it, we test it. ATEC is at the forefront of testing and evaluating technologies of the future from autonomous aerial/ground vehicles to hypersonic weapons. Each day, top scientists and engineers test and evaluate cutting-edge equipment. Our workforce is highly technical and skilled, comprised of more than 8,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel. Engineers, scientists, technicians, researchers, and evaluators work with innovative, advanced technologies in 24 testing and research locations across the U.S. States and around the world. If you are a civilian who wants their work to make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you. For more information on ATEC, salary, benefits, etc., see:  ATEC
 
The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command has various incentives that may be available for highly qualified candidates. These include Recruitment Incentives, Relocation Incentives, credit 3for Leave Accrual. Incentives may be authorized IAW agency policy.
 
This is a Direct Hire (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.

The Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) mission statement:  The U.S. Army Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) executes developmental testing in direct support of Army Futures Command, Program Executive Offices, DOD partners and industry partners to ensure our War fighters are enabled to dominate the future battlefield.
  
The Electronic Proving Ground is seeking applicants for an IT Specialist (Systems Administration).   Fort Huachuca is located 75 miles southeast of Tucson, AZ.  We are nestled at the foot of the Huachuca Mountains and enjoy the benefit of some of the best climate and beautiful terrain in the United States. Fort Huachuca enjoys sunny days and starry nights with an average daytime temperature of 74 degrees, making it an ideal location for diverse recreational activities. Please visit the Fort Huachuca website for more information at https://www.huachuca.army.mil/  
 
Sierra Vista is a Purple Heart City and veteran friendly, where the average commute is 16 minutes. This mid-sized city experiences a mild climate with a laidback lifestyle and athletic environment. The surrounding area has a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, cycling (30 miles of path) and wildlife viewing. Water activities are available at two nearby lakes, and the city’s Cove Aquatic Center. There is a weekly Farmer’s Market and many holiday festivals throughout the year. The city is just a short drive away from Southern Arizona’s bustling wine country, Cochise County alone has over 10 wineries. Sierra Vista is home to a community college and two universities. Fort Huachuca’s Housing Office even offers local relocation assistance for our Civilian workforce. Those wishing to live in Tucson for additional housing options and work on post, may utilize a weekday shuttle.

Our typical work schedule is M – Friday, 6:30 am  – 4:00 pm.  We are offer 2 days of telework per week.

The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures, and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential.
 
Learn more about the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command at our careers site: ATEC
More information about EPG can be found at: EPG Homepage Follow EPG at:  EPG Facebook Page

Job Responsibilities

Serves as a budget analyst in the US Army Electronic Proving Ground (EPG), Uses an in-depth knowledge of, and skill to, effectively utilize such management tools as computer program analysis and evaluation techniques to analyze, evaluate, and provide guidance or recommendations on pertinent aspects of new or established programs including General Funds Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), and the ATEC Decision Support System (ADSS).
 
Duties: 
  • Use in-depth knowledge of, and skill to utilize such management tools as computer program analysis and evaluation techniques to analyze, evaluate, and provide guidance of new or established programs.
  • Perform a wide range of duties relating to analysis, formulation, and execution of the command's Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDTE) budget
  • Perform joint reviews of unliquidated obligations (ULO) with functional and contracting personnel
  • Responsible for budget oversight and fund control for specific portions of the command's budget, which involves budget limitations, reprogramming constraints, and a specialized accounting system.
  • Review status of outstanding contracts/ military interdepartmental purchase requests (MIPR) to determine remaining performance, pending disbursements, and amounts
  • Monitor and reconciles DFAS accounting data to local records and negotiates changes or corrections with DFAS officials to assure accuracy and completeness of DFAS accounting reports.
  • Accounts for all civilian spaces allocated to the Command per Tables of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) documentation.
  • Provides technical assistance to employees and certifying officials regarding Automated Time and Attendance Production System (ATAAPS).

Job Qualification

U.S. Citizens who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the following series: 0560 OPM Qualification Standards
 
 

Specialized Experience

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience using financial management software, such as General Funds Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), to assist in formulating budget reports, monitor obligation and funding transactions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).
OR
 
Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Finance or Accounting.
 
OR
 
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

  • Accountability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Budget Formulation, Justification, and Presentation
  • Financial Management Analysis
  • Interpersonal Skills
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described above. If your resume includes a photograph/inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility/qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click Resume
 
You will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application will be used to determine eligibility and qualifications for this position. If determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

Conditions of Employment

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective ServiceRegistration.
  • A trial/probationary period may be required.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department ofDefense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in an expanded teleworkposture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework,even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Onceemployees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expectedto report to the duty station listed on this announcement within adesignated time frame identified by the organization. At that time,you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or moredays a pay period depending upon the terms of the organization'stelework policy.
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status ofselectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safetyprotocols. For more information, visit Safer Workplace
  • This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Career Program (CP) 11 - Comptroller position.
  • Certification Level 1: THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 1 Certified position designated as such in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, section 1051, amending 10 United States Code, section 1599d. Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all Department of Defense and Department of the Army requirements of this certification program. This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action.
  • This is NOT a REMOTE Position.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowanceswill be authorized, subject to the provisions of theJoint Travel Regulations. For more information on PCS PCS Info  When you perform a Civilian PCS with the government, the Internal Revenue Service(IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements tobe taxable. Visit here for more information PCS Info

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% Travel

QUESTIONS or issues please send us a message with the vacancy announcement URL, position title, and location to:

usarmy.huachuca.atec.list.epg-hr@army.mil