Senior Budget Analyst

Summary

The Senior Budget Analyst position is located within the Budget Office, Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) of the Federal Election Commission (FEC). The position serves as the agency's technical authority on budget formulation and execution and ensures that financial resources are aligned with Commission priorities. This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

As the Senior Budget Analyst in this position, you will: Manage the formulation, justification, presentation and execution of the budget including planning and control of funds. Lead the FEC's budget development and execution activities, interprets Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Treasury, and Congressional guidance and appropriations law, Develop, recommend, and implement budget policies, procedures, and guidance that ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and directives. Lead quality control and oversight of payroll, time and attendance, and invoice processing performed by the Payroll Office.

Qualifications and evaluation

Once the announcement closes, we will conduct a review of your application package to verify your eligibility and qualifications. If you are found qualified, your application will move forward to the Subject Matter Expert (SME) review process which will determine the best qualified candidates. (Note: Candidates who advance in the selection process may be required to participate in an in-person interview). Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You will be evaluated on the following competencies: Administration and Management Budget Administration Financial Management Manages Human Resources

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/05/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

Required documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package including the documents listed below. We strongly encourage applicants to doublecheck that all required items are properly submitted to ensure consideration. Your Resume listing hours worked per week, dates of employment (month/year) and duties performed for each position held. Limit your resume to 2 pages or less. Cover Letter which addresses the competencies identified in the Qualifications section above. Other supporting documents if applicable: Veterans documents (if claiming preference, or applying under VEOA or 30% disabled veteran eligibility): DD-214 including character of service, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days, and if applicable, SF-15 Form, VA letter, or other documentation required by that form. Current Federal Employees, including current FEC employees and those eligible for transfer: to claim Transfer eligibility as a current federal employee, please confirm you are employed as a federal civilian on a permanent competitive or excepted service appointment. SF50- You must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50), or equivalent personnel action, reflecting your permanent competitive or excepted service status with Block 24 as "Tenure 1 or 2" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." No award SF-50s will be accepted as proof of eligibility. (Note: In addition to submitting your most recent SF-50, if you have held a higher grade than the one you're applying for on a permanent basis, please submit an SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, which documents the highest grade you have held on a permanent basis). Performance Appraisal- You must submit a copy of your most recent signed and completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. Former Federal Employee Eligible for FEC Reinstatement: To claim Reinstatement eligibility as a former federal employee, please confirm you were formerly employed as a federal civilian on a permanent competitive or excepted service appointment but are not currently a permanent competitive or excepted federal employee. SF50- You must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50), or equivalent personnel action, reflecting your permanent competitive or excepted service status reflecting one of the criteria listed below: You are a former Federal employee who previously attained Career status identified on your last Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) in Block 24 as "Tenure 1" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." You are a former Federal employee without veterans' preference who separated within the past three years and previously attained Career-Conditional status as identified on your last SF-50 in Block 24 as "Tenure 2" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." You are a former Federal employee with veterans' preference who previously attained Career-Conditional status identified on your last SF-50 in Block 24 as "Tenure 2" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." In addition to submitting your most recent SF-50, if you have held a higher grade level on a permanent basis please submit your SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, which documents the highest grade you have held on a permanent basis. Performance Appraisal- You must submit a copy of your most recent signed and completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. Certain Family Members of Overseas Employees Eligible under E.O. 12721: You must submit your most recent non-award SF-50, and a copy of your most recent signed and completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. Certain Military Spouses Eligible under E.O. 13473: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, issued within the last 2 years, that lists you as authorized to accompany the Military member to the new duty permanent station; OR verification of the member's 100% disability (VA Letter); and/or verification of the member's death while on active duty (DD-1300 and Death Certificate) AND verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage). Peace Corps volunteers and VISTA members: submit a copy of your description of service or other proof of non-competitive eligibility. If you are a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who is requesting an extension of your non-competitive eligibility, please also provide the necessary documentation to support your request. Schedule A, Persons with Disabilities Appointment Eligibles: Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation or benefits office citing disability - eligibility under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).

Additional information

FEC offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules, telework and transportation subsidies. If you receive a tentative offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: The following links contain information on the eligibility requirements to be considered under a noncompetitive appointing authority: Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Additional selections may be made from this announcement.