Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Ely, NV. Information about Ely and the surrounding area can be found at White Pine Chamber of Commerce. We expect to fill one (1) vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. A 20% incentive is authorized if eligible (see additional information section). Responsibilities Formulate budget estimates and analyze, interpret, and project budget data for specifically assigned organizations, object classes, substantive programs, and/or support activities. Conduct research to locate and obtain information from existing financial databases. Execute budget activities and operations for specifically assigned organizations, object classes, substantive programs, and/or support activities. Review, execute, and distribute Planning Target Allocation (PTA) and Annual Work Plan (AWP) allocations and directives. Monitor and track the expenditure of direct appropriations (including offsetting collections), mandatory (permanent) appropriations, transfers from other agencies, contributions, and/or reimbursements. Participate in efforts regarding long and short-range financial planning, budgetary authorizations, financial management system requirements, etc. Ensure the formulated budget is consistent and adequately addresses high priority directives and all submission requirements. Develop, review, and edit detailed analyses, estimates, proposals, and justifications for annual funding needs for all current and out year activities. Extract and analyze budgetary data for the purpose of meeting management requirements, monitoring trends, making projections, and identifying needs for process changes, budget constraints, etc. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. For GS-09: - One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 in the Federal service as a budget analyst or directly related position. Specialized experience is further defined as: performing routine technical and administrative support to an organization regarding the budget; interpret discrepancies and resolve budgetary issues; assist in budget formulation, budget execution, and budget analysis for an organization; OR - a master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR - two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B. or J.D., if related; OR - an equivalent combination of the type and level of experience and education described above. For GS-11: - One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09 in the Federal service as a budget analyst or in a directly related position. Specialized experience is further defined as: executing and monitoring budget contributing to technical and administrative support to an organization in relation to budget; perform budget formulation, execution, and budget analysis and reporting for an organization; experience formulating, executing, and monitoring budget for an organization; OR - completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or- LL.M., if related; OR - an equivalent combination of the education and specialized experience described above. 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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: The work is principally sedentary with a moderate amount of standing and walking. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office. Occasional travel may be required. The incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or designated by the Safety Officer. Education This position falls under the Budget Analysis Series, 0560 - there are no Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for this series. This position allows for education to be substituted for specialized experience (see qualification section for education requirements). If using education to qualify - You MUST submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. All selections and tentative offers of selection are contingent upon submission and verification of 'official' transcripts. Additional Information Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: This position is offering a Relocation/Recruitment Incentive, 20% of the annual salary. To be eligible for a Relocation Incentive, you must be a current Federal Employee and the selectee must be employed with the Federal Government and the selectees current duty location is more than 50 miles from the duty location of this position. To be eligible for a Recruitment Incentive, selectee must not be employed by the Federal Government. DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. This announcement is being advertised concurrently under number NV-Merit-25-12566605-KK, which is open to all qualified persons. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment. This position is considered a career ladder opportunity, with a full performance level of GS-11. If selected at a lower grade level, you may be non-competitively promoted to the next grade level at the discretion of your supervisor and is contingent upon meeting regulatory and legal requirements for promotion, satisfactory performance, and the availability of higher-level work. Promotion is not guaranteed, and no promise of promotion is implied.