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Budget Analyst
United States Department of Justice
posted 2 months ago
About the position
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), specifically within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Budget Formulation and Appropriations Division (BFAD). The role involves evaluating reports and data to create justifications for the consolidated budget, addressing budget-related challenges, and providing guidance on long-term cost factors relevant to budget justifications. The position supports OJP offices throughout various stages of budget formulation and presentation, ensuring alignment with agency goals and requirements.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates reports and data to create justifications for the consolidated budget.
- Reviews and evaluates budget-related issues requiring new or modified criteria for resolution.
- Assists in addressing challenges related to budget reductions while supporting program service expansion.
- Provides guidance on long-term cost factors relevant to budget justifications.
- Offers support to OJP offices during budget formulation and presentation stages.
- Assists in preparing and presenting contentious subjects and research studies.
- Develops annual budget estimate requests and program change proposals.
- Proposes solutions to funding challenges and advises on Congressional committee responses.
- Develops comprehensive reports and policy papers outlining alternatives and recommendations.
- Provides technical assistance and training to OJP offices on budget formulation and appropriations issues.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level for GS-12 applicants.
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level for GS-13 applicants.
- Experience in planning and analyzing budgets for programs, including financial forecasts and aligning budgets with strategic objectives.
- Experience managing portions of the budget cycle, including planning, formulation, presentation, and execution.
- Experience preparing budget justifications, reports, and revisions based on program needs and priorities.
- Experience analyzing budget data and financial trends.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience collaborating within the organization to develop integrated budget plans.
- Experience presenting findings to senior management and external stakeholders.
Benefits
- Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
- Eligibility for flexible work schedules and telework options.
