Summary This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Special Operations Division. This position(s) primary purpose is to support the Special Projects Section; Responsible for the program/budget function and assures that all programming systems and procedures are compatible with resources available and that they system provides adequate information on a timely basis. Responsibilities As a Resource Manager your typical work assignments may include: Researching, compiling, evaluating and summarizing data concerning all assigned functions. Maintaining a balanced operational budget. Establishing and maintaining liaison with key officials and personnel. Preparing orders and/or requisitions for all services required to support the division. Providing information, advice and assistance to managers to aid in managerial decision making for effective use of resources. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience. 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. GS-12: 1.) Performing a wide range of administrative and analytical duties in the formulation and presentation of budget and program estimates; 2.) Advising and assisting the Executive Program Manager with the development of acquisition strategies; 3.) Serving as a consultant for budget/financial management program; and 4.) Coordinating with contractor/agency interfaces on requirements/costs and budgetary issues. GS-13: 1) Reviewing the execution of the Management Control Plan; 2) Advising the Executive Program Manager on the status of the program; 3) Serving as a consultant for budget/financial management programs; 4) Responsible for formulating and presenting organization budget submissions; 5) Analyzing new or proposed legislative actions, executive requirements and initiatives, assesses impact on program policies, processes, goals and objectives; and 6) Performing budgetary and program analyses. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. 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. 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Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 which list your active service dates, awards/campaigns and character of service or an official statement from your command if currently on active duty that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the DD-214, you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) and the required supporting documents listed on that form. 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. 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