Summary This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Intelligence Division (NC), Program Management and Budget Section (NCM), Budget Unit (NCMB) located in Arlington, VA. As a Financial Analyst, the incumbent is responsible for the review and analysis of the budget planning, financial management, and support programs carried out by the Intelligence Division. Responsibilities As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. As a Financial Analyst, your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a financial expert on budgeting and financial management issues and activities. Provides expert technical advice and consultation concerning the Intelligence Division's budgetary items. Prepares recommendations to resolve problems in current programs, defines criteria for new management programs, establishes uniformity of guidelines, and where weaknesses are identified recommends solutions based upon sound management practices. Provides the Intelligence Division with recommendations for funding requirements for Intelligence programs. Serve as the NC expert on DEA Purchase Card procurements. Must apply Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Required Source Regulations which mandate the requirements that must be filled. Places orders and monitors expenditures using the DEA Purchase Card. Plans, directs, implements, and perform overall administration of a myriad of management, analysis and advisory functions in support of NC programs. Devises and develops detailed plans, goals, and objectives for the long-range implementation and administration of major Intelligence Division programs. Conducts analyses and recommends actions to the NCM Section Chief on matters of policy assessments, financial forecasting, program planning and evaluation, establishment of program priorities, and related business activities. Provides expert analytical, evaluative, and consultative services to NCM leaders on a wide range of organizational, structural, process, and resource issues. Performs studies, analyses, and evaluations of administrative regulations, procedures and policy directives to determine applicability. Reviews and makes recommendations for the implementation of new policies and procedures based on the needs of the organization. Advises and recommends innovative approaches for avoiding and/or resolving problems and reducing conflicts. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. GS-12: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent GS-0501-11. Specialized 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. One year of specialized experience for this position includes: managing and analyzing large volumes of budget data; interpreting complex rules and regulations to resolve problems; providing recommendations and guidance; analyzing budget reports and making formal and informal presentations. GS-13: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent GS-0501-12 Specialized 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. One year of specialized experience for this position includes: managing and analyzing large volumes of financial data, interpreting complex rules and regulations to resolve problems; providing recommendations and guidance; analyzing budget reports, making formal and informal presentations; providing direction or technical assistance and applying authorities such as financial laws and regulations. Specialized 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. One year of specialized experience for this position includes: anaging a analyzing large volumes of financial data, interpreting complex rules and regulations to resolve problems; providing recommendations and guidance; analyzing budget reports, making formal and informal presentations; providing direction or technical assistance and applying authorities such as financial laws and regulations. Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Administration and Management Compliance Financial Systems Oral Communication Problem Solving Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement (as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F). Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, DEA requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation (Critical-Sensitive/Top Secret, Special-Sensitive/Top Secret, or Non-critical Sensitive/Secret). This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. DEA committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. EEO POLICY STATEMENT Veterans' Preference: Certain veterans are eligible to apply as a status candidate under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA). View Feds Hire vets for more information on veterans' preference see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 80 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.