IRS Pathways Recent Graduate Program (Budget Analyst)
IRS Recent Graduates Program affords developmental experiences in the Federal Government intended to promote possible careers in the civil service to individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs. Selected applicants are placed in a dynamic, developmental program with the potential to lead to a civil service career in the Federal Government. In addition, the IRS implemented the new IRS Forward Recent Graduate Program that includes an additional year of formal development, training, networking, project teams, and may include rotational assignments. Following the completion of program requirements, selectees may be considered for non-competitive conversion to a career/career-conditional or term appointment. All conversion requirements will be identified in the Participant Agreement. Program requirements include but are not limited to:
Successful completion of at least 1 to 2 years of continuous service depending on the position; Completion of at least 40 hours of interactive training; Mentorship; Demonstration of successful job performance; and Meet the qualification position standards. Conversion to the competitive service is not implied or guaranteed. If selected, you will be placed in a developmental position as a Budget Analyst, GS-0560-7/9 with promotion potential to GS-12 in the division listed below:
Criminal Investigation A description of the business unit can be found at:
https:
//www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions WHAT DOES A BUDGET ANALYST DO? As a Budget Analyst you will coordinate and direct budgetary functions within assigned program areas and provide overall direction and guidance on these functions. You will perform a wide range of analytical, technical and advisory functions related to the budgetary process. The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. You will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position. Analyze resource proposals on Division programs; develop and coordinate budget submissions and justifications, review changes, and assess program impact. Identify issues and develop forecasting patterns and projected budgetary and staffing requirements. Recommend and complete budget reprogramming actions to assure optimum utilization of available resources and accomplishment. Review and analyze budget estimates, work programs and resources for soundness of technical treatment and format, accuracy, adequacy of supporting narrative. Provide oversight and advice in the financial review process, including reprogramming decisions and the development of narrative justifications. In order to qualify, you must first meet Pathways Recent Graduate Program eligibility:
You must have, within the previous 2 years, completed all educational requirements for a qualifying associate, bachelor, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying institution; or intended graduation is no more than 9 months from date of application; OR Veterans (as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2108) who, due to a military service obligation, were precluded from applying to a Recent Graduates Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period may have their eligibility period extended so that they receive the full 2 years of eligibility. The remaining 2-year eligibility period will begin upon his or her release or discharge from active duty. The veteran's eligibility period may not extend beyond 6 years from the date of completion of all requirements of an academic course of study. Secondly, you must meet any basic requirements of the position and the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. GS-07:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level which demonstrates a knowledge of basic analysis (such as average cost per FTE); basic techniques of budget, financial and economic analysis, financial coding and skill in completing charts, tables, and graphs and interpreting data; and the ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing; OR EDUCATION:
One (1) full academic year of graduate education (18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours) in a related field of study such as accounting, auditing, finance, economics, business administration or other related fields; or Superior Academic Achievement:
A Bachelors degree, with one of the following:
1) A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last two (2) years of study, OR 2) A GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last two (2) years of study, OR 3) Rank in the upper one third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies; OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of experience and education as described above. GS-09:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level which demonstrates knowledge of collecting data with budget formulation, plan development, labor and cost analysis, financial reviews, or budget execution; Performing basic analysis (such as average cost per FTE) of collected or provided data; Preparing charts, tables, and graphs for specific assignments including the formulation of the Division budget and period financial reviews; Ability to interpret and apply basic budget instructions, administrative memoranda, and regulatory guidelines from a procedural, technical standpoint; OR EDUCATION:
Two (2) full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education in a related field of study such as accounting, auditing, finance, economics, business administration or other related fieldsorAn LL.B or JD, if related; OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of experience and education as described above. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis.- To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Successful completion of at least 1 to 2 years of continuous service depending on the position; Completion of at least 40 hours of interactive training; Mentorship; Demonstration of successful job performance; and Meet the qualification position standards. Conversion to the competitive service is not implied or guaranteed. If selected, you will be placed in a developmental position as a Budget Analyst, GS-0560-7/9 with promotion potential to GS-12 in the division listed below:
Criminal Investigation A description of the business unit can be found at:
https:
//www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions WHAT DOES A BUDGET ANALYST DO? As a Budget Analyst you will coordinate and direct budgetary functions within assigned program areas and provide overall direction and guidance on these functions. You will perform a wide range of analytical, technical and advisory functions related to the budgetary process. The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. You will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position. Analyze resource proposals on Division programs; develop and coordinate budget submissions and justifications, review changes, and assess program impact. Identify issues and develop forecasting patterns and projected budgetary and staffing requirements. Recommend and complete budget reprogramming actions to assure optimum utilization of available resources and accomplishment. Review and analyze budget estimates, work programs and resources for soundness of technical treatment and format, accuracy, adequacy of supporting narrative. Provide oversight and advice in the financial review process, including reprogramming decisions and the development of narrative justifications. In order to qualify, you must first meet Pathways Recent Graduate Program eligibility:
You must have, within the previous 2 years, completed all educational requirements for a qualifying associate, bachelor, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying institution; or intended graduation is no more than 9 months from date of application; OR Veterans (as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2108) who, due to a military service obligation, were precluded from applying to a Recent Graduates Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period may have their eligibility period extended so that they receive the full 2 years of eligibility. The remaining 2-year eligibility period will begin upon his or her release or discharge from active duty. The veteran's eligibility period may not extend beyond 6 years from the date of completion of all requirements of an academic course of study. Secondly, you must meet any basic requirements of the position and the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. GS-07:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level which demonstrates a knowledge of basic analysis (such as average cost per FTE); basic techniques of budget, financial and economic analysis, financial coding and skill in completing charts, tables, and graphs and interpreting data; and the ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing; OR EDUCATION:
One (1) full academic year of graduate education (18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours) in a related field of study such as accounting, auditing, finance, economics, business administration or other related fields; or Superior Academic Achievement:
A Bachelors degree, with one of the following:
1) A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last two (2) years of study, OR 2) A GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last two (2) years of study, OR 3) Rank in the upper one third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies; OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of experience and education as described above. GS-09:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level which demonstrates knowledge of collecting data with budget formulation, plan development, labor and cost analysis, financial reviews, or budget execution; Performing basic analysis (such as average cost per FTE) of collected or provided data; Preparing charts, tables, and graphs for specific assignments including the formulation of the Division budget and period financial reviews; Ability to interpret and apply basic budget instructions, administrative memoranda, and regulatory guidelines from a procedural, technical standpoint; OR EDUCATION:
Two (2) full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education in a related field of study such as accounting, auditing, finance, economics, business administration or other related fieldsorAn LL.B or JD, if related; OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of experience and education as described above. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis.- To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
- Department:
0560 Budget Analysis - Salary Range:
$43,251 to $83,897 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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