PROGRAM ANALYST

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 planning, formulating, integrating and defending the AFIMSC Deployment and Distribution Portfolio budget. Analyzes requirements for the HQ AFIMSC Financial Plan, Program Objective Memorandum (POM) and Budget Execution Review (BER) processes for Deployment and Distribution. Learn more about this agency Duties Help The ideal candidate will be able to provide program management support services as well as subject matter expertise across the installation support Logistics Readiness (LogR) enterprise, to include development of annual and multi-year fiscal planning. They should have a reasonable understanding of typical (LogR) and related operational requirements (i.e., vehicle sustainment and service contracts), and the funding associated with those operations. This experience will help them advocate and defend the need for funding, assess and validate yearly budgetary requirements for the portfolio, and prioritize allocations to ensure the (LogR) portfolio remains robust and capable of meeting mission needs. This experience will also be invaluable in daily conversations with squadron and financial leaders, while acting as a financial liaison to the (LogR )Enterprise across the globe. Position Duties: 1. Manage, evaluate, advise, and promotes Logistics Readiness program within assigned area, e.g. AFMC strategic planning, Program Objective memorandum (POM), Air Force Capabilities Investment Strategy (AFCIS), prioritization of requirements and integration of requirements. Provides Logistics Readiness functional programs/advisory services to management. 2. Provide program management support services in the development of annual and multi-year fiscal planning e.g. Defense Planning Guidance (DPG), planning, programming, budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES) cycles. 3. Provide total program and financial management support and surveillance Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) activities throughout the Air Force. As a senior program analyst perform and/or integrate all aspects of the planning, programming, analysis, formulation, justification, presentation, execution, and review functions associated with enterprise LRS funding program. 4. Provide financial advice on complex financial issues; assessments of implementing decisions, and develops enterprise-wide programs. Conducts independent research and study into current or planned financial management policy and procedures to determine impacts in related areas of the Center Mission. 5. Communicate effectively and prepare required correspondence and documentation, e.g. guidance, directions, letters, reports, studies, briefings, background papers, and implementation plans. Maintain continuous liaison with peers, functionals and management at Headquarters Air Force, MAJCOMS, and Centers to integrate and complete actions in the area of specialization. Requirements Help Conditions of employmentU.S. Citizenship is required.Male must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govThis position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.Disclosure of Political Appointments.Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.This position may require travel.This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.htmlThis is a Financial Management Level (2) Certified position in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.A security clearance may be requiredDepending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidaysShift work and emergency overtime may be requiredPosition may be subject to random drug testing Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for 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 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Example of specialized experience includes manage, evaluate, advise, and promote logistics readiness programs. Provide program management support services in the development of annual and multi-year fiscal planning. Perform and integrate all aspects of the planning, programming, analysis, formulation, justification, presentation, execution, and review functions associated with logistics readiness programs. Provide financial advice on complex financial issues and develop enterprise-wide programs. Prepare written correspondence and documentations (e.g., formal letters, reports, responses to congressional inquiries and/or briefings). 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: Extensive knowledge of appropriate fiscal law (include "time, purpose and amount" statute) as it applies to the use of appropriate funds and associated legal limitations.Expert knowledge of appropriated fund planning, programming and budgeting procedures within HQ AFMC.Knowledge of single-year appropriations and their characteristics, uses, applications, and structure and knowledge of how Operations and Maintenance funds are received, distributed, and executed (implemented).Ability to formulate and justify assigned budget.Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process for management use and decision-making.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy; and to maintain good working relations.Ability to effectively use personal computers and software programs to include accessing, locating, and manipulate data and information. 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. Additional information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-3 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary/term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. 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. 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