Budget Analyst

Summary The purpose of this position is to perform work by applying budget analysis theory - concepts - methods and procedures connected with the budget formulation - and execution of VA's particular programs - systems - procedures - functions - and structure of the supported organizational component/facility. Qualifications To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 10/22/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-09 position you must have served 52 weeks at the Gs-07. The grade may have been in any occupation - but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year - it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade - as required by the announcement. In this instance - you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: For GS-09: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-07 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include - but are not limited to: Knowledge of Federal budget policies and regulations to review - analyze - and evaluate requirement for financed and un-financed obligations. Preparing reports and financial advice for program managers related to the status of funds - expenses - obligations - and workload; Knowledge to execute the budget to ensure reliability of funding levels and ensure funds are allocated on a timely basis and obligated effectively for activities served. OR - Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree - or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree - or an LL.B. or J.D. in a related field that demonstrates the knowledge - skills - and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Transcripts required. OR - Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education as stated above. For GS-11: Specialized Experience: GS-11: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the federal service that equipped you with the particular knowledge - skill - and abilities to perform successfully the duties and is directly related to the position. Examples of specialized experience would typically include - but are not limited to: Providing analytical services to support all aspects of the budget process - such as budget formulation - justification - and execution stages of the budget process for an assigned organization for personnel salaries and expenses; Knowledge of all financial - accounting - workload and employment used for preparation of annual Budget Plan and forecast; Understanding guidelines of OMB and congressional laws - regulations - policies - and directives - Federal policies - management and organizational techniques. OR - Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three (3) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. if related? Transcripts required. OR - Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education as stated above. For more information on these qualification standards - please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Duties Duties include - but not limited to: Provides advice and guidance to program and line managers on the interpretation of budget estimates and the formulation of budget requests in support of the programs of the facilityReviews facility budgetary and program requirements to assure their conformance with established agency policies and the intent of CongressProvides advice to the assigned organization on modifying budget estimates in response to the annual mid-year and fall reviewsReviews initial budget submission to ensure that planning guidelines are followed and the estimates for the fiscal programs are in line targetsDevelops proposed budgetary and procedural guidance (i.e. - format for budget estimates) for issuance to the organizationsDevelop summary charts providing a synopsis of the facility's budget request and highlights issues with pertinent background information so that effective budget decisions can be madeParticipates in the fund distribution process and controls and reviews assigned areas at the planning - apportionment and allotment stagesAssists in the preparation of instructions pertaining to format - content - and underlying policy assumptions for facility preparation and submission of monthly budget operating plansReviews operating plans for conformation with established policies - plans - and objectivesEvaluates operating plans for reasonableness of workload - obligations - and outlay dataInsures that monthly and yearly trends are reflected in the operating plan and recommends any necessary adjustmentsReviews actual obligations - outlays - and workload levels to highlight potential operating and financial problemsInvestigates and explains deviations from fiscal operating plans and program objectivesDevelops monthly analyses of program actual and possible trends - with detailed explanation of significant deviationsDevelops additional analysis providing historical data of programsPrepares special analyses - studies - and reports as requested by the supervisor and higher authorityInitiates - develops - and conducts special studies relating to facility business lines and ancillary programs accountsPreferred Experience: Extensive knowledge and experience in planning - developing - and overseeing the financial activities of a research program within a government or academic institutionThis background is crucial for managing grants (pre- and post-award) - budgets - and administrative functions that support the service's financial planning goals - including budget creation - execution - and accountingWork Schedule: Monday-Friday 0800-1630 Position Description Title/PD#: Budget Analyst/PD061420 Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentaryThe position uses a computer and standard office equipment to complete tasksWork may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the work siteOn occasion - the position may carry light itemsPromotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory - qualification - and performance requirements are metSelection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.