The incumbent performs a variety of complex duties and assignments in support of the formulation, allocation, utilization, analysis, and reporting of financial resources necessary to accomplish the mission responsibilities of the state, area and field offices of NRCS. Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized. Please see additional information for more details.

Duties

Implements the state budget allocation; determines actions necessary to execute budget plans; provides input and recommendations, adjustments to budget plans or reprogramming of funds. Interacts and communicates with headquarters, state, area, and field offices and national team members. Prepares a variety of reoccurring and non-reoccurring reports for presentation; Researches, reviews written materials. Monitors status of funds and performing ongoing analysis of budget plans and expenditures. Develops recommendations for new or revised procedures and controls and corrective actions or methods to improve financial management effectiveness and efficiency.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected, you will be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are not able to reimburse any fees incurred for fingerprints.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit – Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license for the type of vehicle(s) operated to perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.Time in grade: Applicants must have completed at least 52 weeks at the next lower grade (or equivalent) (e.g. 52 weeks at the GS-9 for the GS-11; 52 weeks at the GS-11 for GS-12).Specialized Experience (GS-11): To qualify for the GS-11 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through federal service, that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. For this position, examples of specialized experience include: Performing routine financial analysis reporting and information management functions; Researching and providing advice, assistance and guidance on financial resources management; Assisting with projecting budget needs and tracking expenditures; OR Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience for the GS-11 level: Three year(s) of progressively higher-level graduate educationleading to a Ph.D. or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in business administration or directly related discipline, from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy. Specialized Experience (GS-12): To qualify for the GS-12 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through federal service, that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. For this position, examples of specialized experience include: Projecting budget needs and potential budget surpluses, drafting budget plans, tracking expenditure, managing budget planning tools; Providing guidance and assistance in projecting, planning, allocating, and executing financial resource; Analyzing financial information to confirm proper execution of funds in accordance with rules and regulations; monitoring financial systems to ensure funds are properly allocated and obligated as apportioned in support of management objectives; Coordinating internal controls processes and financial audit activities For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov) 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 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

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

You must submit a copy of your transcripts to include course number, title, completion and grade. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If a relevant course is not clearly qualifying (e.g. special topic, seminar, research, thesis, obscure or misleading course title, etc.), please submit an official course syllabi and/or detailed course description from the university/college for that particular course to ensure you are properly evaluated. Please note that qualifications determinations are based solely on the information submitted for each particular vacancy announcement.

Important: 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. Click on this link for more information.

Failure to provide all of the required documents/information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Contacts

• Address Natural Resources Conservation Service 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Andrea Crittendon
• Email: [email protected]