Associate Director, Defense Wide Programs (Program/Budget)

Job title: Associate Director, Defense Wide Programs (Program/Budget) in Arlington, VA at Federal government of the United States
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryThis position is in the Operations Directorate in the Office of the Deputy Comptroller (Program/Budget), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) (USD(C)). The incumbent is responsible for all budgetary aspects of the Operation and Maintenance appropriations activities related to the Defense Agencies and other Defense-Wide activities.Overview

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Open & closing dates05/28/2025 to 06/11/2025Salary$184,363 - $225,700 per yearThis is a Tier 1 position with the salary range of $184,363 to $207,500.Pay scale & gradeES 00Location1 vacancy in the following location:Pentagon, Arlington, VARemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceSenior ExecutivePromotion potential00Job family (Series)Supervisory statusYesSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberSES-12740343-25-ASControl number837678100This job is open toClarification from the agencyThis job is opened to Current Federal Employees in the Excepted Service and Competitive Service and all qualified U.S. Citizens.DutiesThe Associate Director, Defense-Wide Programs (Program/Budget) leads a select staff of professional budget analysts and performs the following major functions:

• Responsible for all budgetary aspects of the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) appropriations activities related to the Defense Agencies and other Defense-Wide activities; reviews and analyzes extremely complex and variable Defense programs and applies comprehensive knowledge of budget policy and procedures so that the individual programs may be evaluated in relation to the overall Defense funding constraints for the optimal use of Defense resources.
• Participates with the senior staff of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition and Sustainment), the Under Secretary of Defense (Research and Engineering), the Under Secretary of Defense (Policy), the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness), the Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence), the Director for Administration, and other DoD Principal Staff Assistants (PSA) as required, in the technical and financial evaluation of operating programs including budget formulation, budget execution and reprogramming of appropriated funds.
• Develops and applies analytical tools (including statistical analyses, data analytics, etc.) to attempt to master a large volume of facts relating to each program and to interpret trends and conditions in the operating programs for numerous interrelated sources with no possibility of guidance from objective sources.
• Maintains direct contact with senior officials of the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) staff responsible for major programs (such as Environmental Restoration and Cooperative Threat Reduction) and in the Defense Agencies to ensure constant familiarity with the wide-ranging operating programs and budgets as they develop.
• Provides additional information to the Comptroller, which may be significant, in presenting the budget before the OMB and Congress. The incumbent ensures close coordination with the OMB during the joint budget review.
• Analyzes and evaluates budget estimates (including supplemental and budget amendments) and the financial execution of budgets and programs, including conducting such investigations and hearings as necessary to determine the relevance, importance, and necessity of various program funding proposals.
• Maintains a continuing review of the financial execution of budget and programs to ensure their execution is in accordance with the direction of the Secretary of Defense and the intent of Congress.
• Reviews and analyzes requests for the reprogramming of funds, which require the approval of the Comptroller and transmittal to Congress, taking into account the flexibility, character, and changing requirements of the individual programs.
• Provides advice and guidance to a budget analyst staff responsible for developing analyses and recommendations concerning the various budget estimates and execution programs.
• Develops and refers to the Director for Operations financial policy relating to the operating programs of the Department of Defense.
• Prepares the Comptroller to participate in various program and policy reviews of extremely complex and critical Defense programs, including developing a recommended Comptroller position and justification of the recommendation in preparation for major decision-making meetings.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
• All newly appointed Career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
• You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
• In order to qualify for this position, you must be able to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).
• The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
• You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you have previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Level 3 Financial Management Certification.

Qualifications***THIS POSITION IS PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PILOT PROGRAM
***Please read this announcement in its entirety before applying.Under the DoD Pilot Program, there is no requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). However, to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications and Mandatory Technical Qualifications within your resume -- not to exceed five pages.Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action-oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments (e.g., Led the development and implementation of....) and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised; size of budget managed; amount of money saved, etc.).ECQ 1 - Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.ECQ 2 - Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.ECQ 3 - Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.ECQ 4 - Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.ECQ 5 - Building Coalitions: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the technical and financial evaluation of programs, including budget formulation and budget execution, as well as realigning and reprogramming appropriated funds for optimal use of defense resources. Two or more years of experience must have been in an organization equivalent to a major Federal Department or Agency or a Military Department, Defense Agency, or an equivalent organization elsewhere, and where the candidate had primary responsibility for budget review, formulation, or execution in one or more major programs.2. Demonstrated skill in applying comprehensive knowledge of budget policy and procedures while reviewing and analyzing complex and variable military and defense-wide programs. Demonstrated experience in representing and defending an organization's programmatic and budgetary interests with programs having nationwide scope or impact to the Office of Management and Budget, relevant congressional/legislative committees, and appropriate stakeholders.3. Demonstrated ability to analyze and understand complex financial management issues, recommend practical solutions, and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on matters concerning technical and financial performance of major programs.DoD Joint Enterprise-Wide Experience Statement:
In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. This individual must have the ability to apply a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities is required. Executives must demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required. This information should be embedded within your resume, which may not exceed five pages.EducationThere is no education requirement for this position.Additional informationVeterans preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.Applications MUST be submitted through USAJobs.Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 06/11/2025

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Expected salary: $184363 - 225700 per year
Location: Arlington, VA
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