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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Budget Concepts Branch Chief

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$196K/yr - $226K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking a Budget Concepts Branch Chief located in the Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget. This role involves leading a team responsible for addressing complex issues related to the Federal Budget process and providing technical assistance to federal agencies.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Managing a branch of professional staff who develop, interpret, and apply the concepts underlying the Federal Budget to continuously improve related methods, procedures, and controls

Overseeing and providing technical assistance to Federal agencies and OMB program offices in the formulation, execution, and reporting phases of the budget cycle

Representing OMB in interagency efforts, and showing initiative in delivering completed, high-quality, on-time staff products to senior policy officials in OMB, the Executive Office of the President (EOP), and other agencies

Qualification

BudgetingProgram analysisPolicy analysisLegislative analysisOMB Circular A-11Technical assistanceTeam leadershipNegotiationEthicsCommunicationProblem-solvingStrategic thinking

Required

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position

Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications

TQ 1: Experience in, or demonstrated potential for, leading a team of senior professional staff with a variety of specialized knowledge in budgeting, program and policy analysis, and legislative analysis, as well as effectively using this knowledge to provide technical assistance and guidance to a variety of stakeholders

TQ 2: Ability to clearly present complex budget and policy issues to senior agency staff and policy officials, negotiate resolution of these issues, and implement policy decisions in a manner that achieves timely and effective results

TQ 3: Demonstrated mastery of the budget concepts included in OMB Circular A-11 and the budgetary requirements in Title 31 of the U.S. Code, and the ability to apply this knowledge to draft and score legislation, develop new budget concepts to address emerging issues, and clearly articulate the purpose of complex budget concepts and legal requirements to a variety of audiences

TQ 4: Expert knowledge about the processes and tools used to prepare the President's Budget, track legislative action on the Budget, meet budget enforcement requirements, and apportion and report on the use of funds

ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people

ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades

ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality

ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture

ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors

Direct Deposit is required

Be at least 18 years old and obtain a favorable security determination

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National

Subject to a 1-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed)

Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency

If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so

May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests

You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment

You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal

Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.