Summary This position is located in the Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. The position serves as the primary point of contact with the OST Budget Office, OST Procurement Office, and the OST Facilities Office, and serves as a back-up to the Management Analyst (HR Liaison). Responsibilities The Management Analyst: Actively participate in office management meetings and represent the CFO/Assistant Secretary in meetings and conferences; Attends meetings on behalf of the Office of an administrative nature, analyzing administrative functions and management methods and/or procedures to determine means of improving effective and efficient for the Office and advises management accordingly. Provide recommendations and advice to the CFO/Assistant Secretary, Deputy Assistant Secretaries and Deputy Chief Financial Officer on administrative matters referred to the office for consideration and decision. Is primarily responsible for the formulation, development and implementation of operating policies, techniques and systems and methods for application of programs in the areas of, budget planning, formulation and control, and a comprehensive number of office services. Provides advice, guidance and assistance to the CFO/Assistant Secretary, the Deputy CFO (DCFO), and the Deputy Assistant Secretaries (DAS), and Office Directors (senior management). Researches, develops, and recommends authoritative instructions and information concerning the implementation of statutory and regulatory directives. Provides senior staff with significant information and recommendations on administrative matters associated with and necessary to the smooth functioning of the Office. Performs a wide range of analytical. and review activities. OST is seeking a seasoned professional with experience in providing administrative support in the areas of human resources, budget and financial management, space and office management, and procurement. The professional will serve as the Management Analyst in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs, Chief Financial Officer. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for consideration. Direct Hire Authority will also be used to fill this position. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT: Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection. TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. If approved for occasional telework, you will be required to report to the office on a regular basis. The number of telework days approved is determined by the agency policy, emergency situations, the approval of your immediate supervisor, and if applicable, approval of additional officials. FOR DIRECT HIRE CANDIDATES: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). FOR GOVERNMENT CANDIDATES: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements. To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include: Experience with facilities and property management and providing guidance for management regarding an organization's operational activities and policies. Experience with federal travel regulations, procurement request, and training in appropriations law to certify usage of federal funds. 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: Technical Competency: Knowledge of administrative and budgetary operations of an office. Communication Competency: Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to effective convey information to department management; governmental officials/public officials. For all types of consideration, 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. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education Additional Information Nonforeign Area Cost-of-Living Allowances: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-systems/nonforeign-areas/#url=COLA-Rates The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Qualified CTAP/ICTAP candidates receive priority and will be referred to the hiring manager.