This position is located within the Whiteriver Indian Health Service Unit located in Whiteriver, AZ. As a budget analyst, the function of this position includes the following; formulation of budget estimates for fund requirements to support plans and operating programs, presentation of budget estimates including supporting material for presentation and analysis of the execution of the approved budgets.

Duties

Performs routine and recurring budget administration duties which facilitate the conduct of more complex and detailed review and analysis function conducted by the supervisor. Gathers, extracts, reviews, verifies and consolidates a variety of narrative information and statistical data needed in the formulation and presentation of budget request. Compares figures in current estimates of funding needs by line item or object class with prior year expenditures. Prepares preliminary budget estimates and reviews justifications for a new and relatively stable program and/or program support activities. Reviews, screens and recommends approval, disapproval, or modification of budget execution documents.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume or other supporting documents clearly demonstrate that you meet at least one of the following minimum qualifications: GS-07: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience includes:Perform daily maintenance to ensure the availability of funds through the use of commitment and obligation registers; assist in creating monthly reports using an automated financial data system; assist in a variety of research and tracking of financial obligations; audit financial records for proper allocation under supervision; analyze accounting data for accuracy. OR Have at least 1 full year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR Have completed a Bachelor's degree in a field that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position with one of the following: (1) I graduated with at least an overall GPA of 2.95, (2) I graduated with at least a 3.45 GPA in my major or during the last two years of college; (3) I graduated in the top third of my class; or (4) I have been a member of a national scholastic honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. OR Have a combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-07 grade level. GS-9: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience includes: Plan, create, and review reports using an automated financial data system; checking the accuracy and adequacy of budget justification data submitted in support of budget estimates or requests for allotments by comparison with source documents; research, identify and clarify discrepancies identified during the monthly reconciliation and make necessary corrections; assists in preparing projections of expenditures and funding requirements for future budgets. OR Have completed a masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. OR Have a combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-09 grade level. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address White River Service Unit PO Box 860 White River, AZ 85941 US
• Name: Phoenix Area IHS Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]