Budget Technician

SummaryAs a program and administrative assistant to the Division Director, you will share the responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating activities pertaining to administrative management, budget, fiscal, personnel, data processing, and administrative services; participates in program activities; and independently directs all clerical and administrative support functions in the office. Learn more about this agencyDutiesHelp The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Analyzes administrative problems and formulates solutions relating to personnel, information management of data to customers, space, property, equipment, and supplies. Resolves problems, handles conflicts, relates, and interacts with people at all levels in the office as well as outside industry. Provides oversight to the order processing system which involves training and directly assists as needed to ensure program functions are carried out in a timely manner. Controls and directs all records and files within the office including permanent records of calibration materials and international cotton studies. Utilizes a personal computer using word processing, spreadsheets, databases for compiling and analyzing data, reports, telecommunications, and other administrative functions with demonstrated computer literacy. RequirementsHelp Conditions of employmentYou must be a US Citizen or US National. Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information. 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 https://www.e-verify.gov/. Prior to an official offer, selectee will be required to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) acknowledging/accepting that geographic mobility is a condition of employment. Failure to sign the MOU will result in withdrawal of the job offer. All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions. QualificationsApplicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-07 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Operating office software, customized web-based software, and off-the-shelf systems in order to create and use work products. Analyzing data obtained from expenditure and cost records, historical data and estimated workload. Preparing and executing time and attendance reports, personnel actions, hiring documents, and travel authorizations and vouchers both manually and in electronic systems. Prioritizing assignments, meeting deadlines, communication orally and in writing to share ideas, to receive and to convey information. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. 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. EducationThis position does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional informationCareer Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP or RPL eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. First time hires to the federal government normally start at the lowest rate of the salary range for the grade selected. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses may be paid. A final salary determination will be made upon selection. Promotion Potential: If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. The work is typically sedentary in nature and may require some walking and carrying of light items such as office supplies. Travel may be required for this position to attend training, conduct duties, or other meetings. 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. Help 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.