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: To serve as a Program Analyst/Resource Advisor within the Exercises Division, Strategy, Plans, and Policy Directorate. Responsible for overseeing financial management, resource allocation, and program analysis for the Joint Exercise and Training Programs, supporting the Commander, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). Responsibilities As the lead COCOM program analyst for Exercises, performs budget formulation procedures/processes involving independent assessments and preparation of complex detailed analyses, budget estimates, special reports, and other documentation. Monitors the execution of funds across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with management controls and financial regulations. Ensures direct linkage between DoD and USCENTCOM strategic objectives and the program activities supporting those goals and objectives. The Program analyst serves as the fiscal liaison between the Joint Staff Comptroller, Joint Staff Joint Training, Exercise and Evaluation Program Mangers, Service Component Exercise Finance Managers, Exercises program manager, Command budget analysts (CCJ8), and Directorate Resource Advisors. Liaises with Joint Staff J7 Strategic Resource Management Office, other DoD Combatant Commands Resource Planners, USCENTCOM Exercise Program Managers, CCJ8 financial management specialists and other appropriate Resource Advisors (RA) to evaluate and analyze Exercise budget requirements, justification and execution practices in the command and other Command offices or staff as appropriate. Provides guidance and focus to exercise planners on formulating both exercise and transportation funding requirements. The program analyst will prepare reports, responses to queries, justifications and background papers on the financial aspects of the different projects within the Exercise program; provide results of studies, analyses, and evaluations to other directorates to share experiences and resolve controversial issues and improve overall fiscal planning; Represents USCENTCOM J57 at a variety of DoD and Joint Staff O5/O6 level meetings, conferences, seminars, etc. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other DoD Combatant Commands, USCENTCOM Component Commands, other DoD entities, and Inter-agency organizations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying in-depth knowledge of Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process, including relevant policies, regulations, and guidance to oversee the financial and resource management aspects of joint military exercises, which involves coordinating with high-level DoD officials and other stakeholders to include applying the principles, practices, and techniques of program management, evaluation, and strategic planning, including the ability to assess program effectiveness and recommend improvements and mastery in program management and evaluation, particularly in the context of large-scale joint military exercises. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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 the principles, practices, and techniques of program management, evaluation, and strategic planning, including the ability to assess program effectiveness and recommend improvements. Knowledge of the Department of Defense's (DoD) Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process, including relevant policies, regulations, and guidance Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of DoD and Air Force organizations pertaining to budget formulation and financial management to provide guidance to units. Knowledge program management and financial systems such as Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES), Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System (DEAMS), and other DoD-related databases to track program data, input information, and generate reports. Ability to develop, refine, and recommend long-range program plans and strategic initiatives that align with organizational objectives. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. 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 Conditions of Employment: This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the USCENTCOM, national security, and public safety. Therefore, incumbent is required to: (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription medication, and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing on short notice. Incumbent must pass initial and may be selected for random drug testing. May be subject to reasonable suspicion testing, safety mishap, or accident testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP. This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information 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. 120-Day Register: 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. 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. riority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable 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 a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. 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