Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as program analyst and advisor to management and program managers in the AFRL Laser Division performing a variety of budget advisory functions involving the formulation of program level budgets, analytical and evaluative methods, and techniques for assessing execution improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Responsibilities Accomplishment of all business operations within the division to include all non-technical aspects of the required day-to-day operations such as portfolio execution tracking, planning, program control, contracting and purchasing. Skills in application of fact finding; investigative techniques; oral and written communications; and development of presentations/reports. Perform analysis of program budgets, and economic and financial performance studies for substantive R&D programs and support activities. Formulate, establish, and implement business office financial management/contracting policies, instruction and procedures on all matters relating to programming, cost, budgeting, funding, forecasting and status of funds. Must review, analyze, interpret, and implement directives and policies from higher echelons. Identify programs deviating from spend plan and accomplish budget reprogramming actions. Perform budget formulation/resource detailed analysis work of annual and/or multi-year budget estimates for the division portfolio and programs into a consolidated resource requirement request. Review organizational historical data and/or projected costs of selected line items with past records to determine trends in spending and forecast annual funding needs. Assist with contracting acquisition by determining and developing requirements as well as provide contract management oversight. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade DO-01, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes performing a variety of budget advisory functions involving the formulation of program level budgets, analytical and evaluative methods, and techniques for assessing execution improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Understand basic budgetary, financial management and contracting principals/techniques as they relate to long range planning of programs and objectives. Adept with AFRL financial systems/processes utilized to execute funds. Accomplishment of all business operations within the division to include all non-technical aspects of the required day to day operations such as portfolio execution tracking, planning, program control, contracting and purchasing. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Problem Solving Communication Business Management Teamwork and Leadership Desired Qualifications: ability to work as a responsible team member; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent customer service skills. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that 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 USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 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