BUDGET ANALYST

BUDGET ANALYST

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Fargo, North Dakota

Salary Range: $74678 - $97087 Per Year

Job Summary: THIS IS A ND NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. Military membership is NOT required. This ND National Guard position is for a BUDGET ANALYST, Position Description Number T58107P1 and is part of the ND 119 Comptroller Flight, National Guard.

Major Duties:

• The purpose of this position is to accomplish budget formulation, trend analyses, and execution evaluation of Federal funds provided by the Air National Guard and Department of Defense (DoD) components to the assigned wing. Performs budget formulation work involving preparation of detailed analyses of annual and/or multi-year budget estimates for assigned organizations/programs into a consolidated budget request. Analyzes and interprets NGB budgetary guidance to provide appropriate local budget policy and procedures. Performs budget execution analysis of obligations incurred and actual expenditures of different sources and types of funding, such as one-year, multi-year, and no-year appropriations; reimbursement funds; and transfers of funds from other agencies. Identifies funding status, shortfalls, and provides guidance for the proper application of annual budget and/or allotment authority. Provides financial advice, interpretation, and guidance on budget related matters such as types of funding available, effects of budgetary changes on related activities, status and use of funds to the financial manager, commanders, center managers, resource advisors, and other staff members. Administers the Resource Management System, a network of center managers, resource advisors, and cost center managers aligned to the organizational structure including unit commanders, middle managers, or supervisors. Uses automated financial management systems and computer-generated products to accomplish financial management objectives.

Qualifications: PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION. NDNG Areas of Consideration (T5 Excepted Service) Area I: All onboard NDNG Federal Employees (Tenure 1 & 2) Area II: All onboard NDNG Federal Employee (Tenure 3) Area III: All onboard Federal Employees (Competitive or Excepted Service) Area IV: All NDNG military members (Army and Air) (VP Applies) Area V: All U.S. Citizens (VP Applies) QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet the requirements below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-9 grade level or civilian equivalent experience, education, or training of 1) Experience developing budgetary plans, projections, and reports; 2) ; Experience in budget administration including formatting, presentation, and execution of a budget; 3) Experience analyzing long term financial data and projecting strategic financial plans for future research projects. OR EDUCATION: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must possess a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M, if related that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. OR COMBINATION: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have a combination of specialized experience and education at the graduate level.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12952261 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Application Deadline: 2026-05-15