This position is a Budget Technician, GS- 0561-6/7 for the R4-St Marks National Wildlife Refuge. One (1) position will be filled at either St. Marks, FL or Apalachicola, FL. This position is also open to status candidates under announcement R4-24-12315890-SG-MP. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods.

Duties

As a Budget Technician your duties will include but are not limited to the following:??????? Analyzes historical budget and financial data as a preliminary to budget preparation, responsible for reconciliation of accounting programs and financial reports. Assists with budget execution and monitoring of budgets. Responsible for reviewing payroll cost data for conformance with station financial plan. Extracts, compiles, and summarizes statistical and historical budget data for budget analysts to develop budget and target requirements, study trends, and evaluate dollar guidance provided by higher authority. Uses a variety of statistical/mathematical techniques, prepares extensive and complex recurring and one-time budget status reports. Analyzes, monitors, and consults with the Team Budget Analyst on the rate of expenditure of numerous fund sources, recommending adjustments as required and implementing approved adjustments. Promotion Potential: This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed represent the full performance level of GS-7. At lower grade levels, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-7.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Resume (See "Required Documents"). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.
• Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.
• Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Driver’s License: Selectees MAY be required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license at all times during their tenure.
• Uniform: Official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uniform MAY be required.
• Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.

Qualifications

Only experience and education obtained by 02/28/2024 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualification. Minimum Qualification [GS-7] A. I have one (1) full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) that equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience may include: 1) verifying accuracy and reconciling discrepancies of budgetary data in electronic systems; 2) monitoring and updating status of obligations and expenditures in electronic systems; 3) processing procurement actions or similar financial documents in electronic systems; 4) advising staff on budgetary, financial or procurement regulations, policies and procedures. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient detail, e.g., to/from dates, work schedule, duties, etc., proving you have performed these duties. (OR) B. I have 1 (one) year of appropriate graduate level education in a field of study directly related to the work of this position, such as accounting or financial management. NOTE: Transcripts required. (OR) C. I have a combination of appropriate specialized experience and directly related graduate level education as described above that, when computed as percentages of their respective requirements, equals at least 100% when combined. Only graduate education beyond the beyond the first 9 semesters (or equivalent) is creditable using this method. NOTE: Transcripts required and Your resume must contain sufficient detail of this level of work, i.e., complete begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration. Minimum Qualification [GS-6] A. I have one (1) full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) that equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience may include: 1) reviewing purchase orders, contracts, travel orders, and other claims against obligated funds; 2) assisting with extracting, compiling or summarizing numerical, statistical, financial or budgetary data in a variety of electronic systems; 3) participating in preliminary budget estimates, 4) use various communication means, such as telephone or communication software (e.g., email, chat, video calls, etc.) to relay information, send messages or documents, conduct meetings, etc. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient detail, e.g., complete begin/end dates, work schedule, duties, etc., for each work period for consideration. (OR) B. I have 1/2 of one year of appropriate graduate level education (9 semester hours or equivalent) in a field of study directly related to the work of this position, such as accounting or financial management. NOTE: Transcripts required. (OR) C. I have a combination of appropriate specialized experience and directly related graduate level education as described above that, when computed as percentages, equals at least 100% when combined. NOTE: Transcripts required and Your resume must contain sufficient detail of this level of work, i.e., complete begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration. 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.

Education

PROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.

PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)

Reasonable Accommodation: The USFWS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Please visit USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/"

Contacts

• Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Capital Management 1875 Century Blvd Suite 370 Atlanta, GA 30345 US
• Name: Human Resources Staffing Division
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]