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2. Do you possess knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that include military and civilian experiences, completed education, learned skills, obtained knowledge, endorsed abilities, and training program accomplishments along with the following basic qualification competency factors? Your answers will be verified with your resume.

Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately;
Ability to plan and coordinate difficult and complex programs;
Ability to develop, apply, and adjust financial plans and policies to attain agency objectives;
Ability to select, develop, and supervise a subordinate staff;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, not only with subordinate staff, but with all levels of key management officials, the latter particularly requiring the exercise of tact, ingenuity, and resourcefulness.
Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; and,
Ability to make oral and written presentations in a clear and concise manner;
Ability to apply a high level of sound and independent judgment in the solution of financial problems and in the administration of a financial management program;
Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material.
Knowledge of agency operating programs;
Knowledge of financial principles, methods, techniques, and systems;
Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communication;
Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats;
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively;
Skilled in training, mentoring, and problem solving; and,
Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Do you possess at least 12 months of finance budget experiences and competencies that provided knowledge of financial principles and procedures; have a good understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the NATIONAL GUARD financial budget business program requirements; experiences and training that demonstrate the abilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies and procedures?

A. Yes

B. No

4. If you answered yes to above question, please list the dates on your resume that support your 12 months of specialized experience.

5. As a condition of employment, the Title 5 Excepted Service Series GS-0560 Budget Analysis employee IS NOT RETAINED in the Budget Analysis position if he or she fails to complete the position's higher financial management certification within two years (24 months) of his or her initial hire appointment date, reassignment, or merit promotion appointment date. Do you agree to obtain the required Financial Management Certifications in 24 months or less?

A. I agree to these conditions of employment or already meet these conditions.

B. I do not agree and understand I will not receive further consideration for this vacancy.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

6. Do you understand that failure to provide hours worked per week along with dates of employment (month/year or month/year to present) salary and job duties performed on your resume will disqualify your application?
EXAMPLE:
ABC ENTERPRISES: $55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications
NOTE: UPDATE YOUR RESUME TO INCLUDE THIS INFORMATION. RESUME MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PDF DOCUMENT FORMAT.

Simply writing: Budget Analyst, April 2001-present; is not sufficient to qualify your resume. Your resume must be detailed.

A. Yes

B. No

7. Prior to Title 5 Excepted Service appointment, an applicant must have a current completed/cleared drug test. Do you agree to this requirement?

A. Yes

B. No

8. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. Do you agree to this requirement?

A. Yes

B. No

9. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. Can you support these requirements?

A. Yes

B. No

INSTRUCTIONS: Respond to all the questions below. For each question, choose the response below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information your references provide.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

10.

Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of budgeting and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

11.

Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

12.

Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

13.

Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

14.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in an appropriate manner with peers and management.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

15.

Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

16. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal Service (5 C.F.R Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position

A. Yes

B. No

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