Budget Analyst

The Budget Analyst performs budget administration functions in the management of research and medical care appropriated funds for Research and Development (R&D). This includes formulation, justification, presentation and/or execution of a portion of Research and Development (R&D) 20-25-million-dollar operating budget. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes performing budget formulation and execution activities; analyzing financial data and expenditure trends; preparing budget estimates, forecasts, and financial reports; monitoring obligations, expenditures, and funding allocations; applying budgetary policies and regulations; and providing recommendations to management regarding financial planning, resource allocation, and resolution of budget discrepancies. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED): Successfully completed Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. (Transcripts must be submitted at time of application) COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED): An equivalent combination of successfully completed progressively higher-level graduate education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience (as described above) to meet the requirements at the GS-11 grade level. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. (Transcripts must be submitted at time of application) For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at #J-18808-Ljbffr US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair