THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a BUDGET TECHNICIAN (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5601000 and is part of the IL CFMO, National Guard.

Duties

As a BUDGET TECHNICIAN (TITLE 5), GS-0561-7, you will perform technical support for budget analysis and budget administration. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Develop and recommend procedures, objectives and processes pertaining to preparation and execution of the organizational budget. Ensure timely submission to budget estimates by staff officials. Review and consolidate budget estimates, taking into account issues, problems and conflicts within the budget program. Persuade officials to revise estimates that do not conform to established guidelines or requirements. Maintain an accurate record of incoming and outgoing funds. Provide ongoing analysis and evaluation of budget status to ensure priorities and mission objectives are achieved. Project program needs, taking into account funding variations and knowledge of organizational requirements. Identify funding shortages and take action to ensure priority projects are not eliminated. Recommend transfer or allotment of funds to cover increases in obligations within established limits. Prepare and update status reports. Review, edit, and ensure accuracy of reports prior to release to management officials. Ensure management officials and budget committee is provided current program status. Provide information and guidance on procedures, forms, and documentation to support budget estimates. Inform officials of current guidelines for preparation of estimates. Ensure budget reports are submitted promptly and that fund usage meets statutory and regulatory requirements. Maintain contact with staff personnel within other divisions and other military installations for coordination on budgetary matters. Work with program managers to confirm fund transfers and budget allotments.

Requirements

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess skills in applying problem solving techniques; skills in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; experience in clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled; ability to plan and organize work; experience in research, writing, and judgment typically gained through college education or progressively responsible experiences; ability to follow established methods and procedures; and experience in using practical knowledge of the operations, procedures, and policies of specific program areas or functional assignment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-07 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes at least 12 months of fundamental working experience with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the budget analysis occupational series and grade; experience interpreting and applying a variety of budget analysis regulations/instructions and guidelines; an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial budget business program requirements; knowledge of budget operation, procedures, and program guidelines, concepts, guiding principles, techniques, and practices; and experience in administrative, professional or technical work that provided the opportunity to acquire knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Members of the financial management workforce are required to participate in the Financial Management Certification Program; therefore, achieving certification is a condition of employment. Members of the financial management workforce must achieve the appropriate certification level for their positions within 2 years of notification of applicable certification requirements or the period of any extension. 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. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Education

If you are using Education to qualify for this position, you must have a completed undergraduate or graduate education. The college degree education must be in one of, or be a combination of the following required disciplines: accounting, business, finance, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizational management.

Applicants, who completed military service financial technical school course and were awarded the applicable and compatible military skills, are considered qualified for GS-06 and GS-07 level positions.

You must provide OFFICIAL transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address IL CFMO 1301 N MacArthur Blvd Springfield, IL 62702-2399 US
• Name: Tyler Penley
• Phone: (217) 761-3712
• Email: [email protected]