Budget Analyst

Summary This vacancy is for a Budget Analyst position in multiple divisions located at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The Census Bureau is accessible from the Metro Rail Green Line - Suitland Station. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Budget Analyst, 0560-12/13, positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. Duties Provide interpretations of Congressional legislation and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies and precedents. Assess budget policies to identify and make decisions on appropriate strategies to resolve budget issues presented by program staff. Analyzes budgetary and accounting data, completes spreadsheets and budget exhibits. Provide data and materials for conducting briefings and assist in the preparation of formal responses on issues for management and external stakeholders. Requirements Conditions of employment Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. U.S. Citizen. Suitable for Federal employment. Registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov). A one-year probationary period may be required. This is a BARGAINING unit position. A trial period may be required (for term appointment/excepted service appointments) This announcement will close at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on March 25th, 2026. A USA Hire assessment is required. An email will be sent with additional information after you submit your application. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement to complete the assessment. Qualifications To qualify for the position of Budget Analyst, at GS-0560-12/13, you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below. For GS-12, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal services. Experience is defined as: providing interpretations of Congressional legislation, agency, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies and precedents; performing budget analysis functions, such as budget formulation or budget execution; performing and assisting in a wide variety of analytical duties, such as developing, reviewing, justifying, and presenting budgets for an agency or projecting costs and revenues; providing advice or guidance on the Federal budget process and appropriate budgetary/financial accounting actions to be taken to meet business needs; and developing, recommending, and implementing budgetary policies affecting the financing and accomplishment of programs. Education: Cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. For GS-13, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Experience is defined as: Providing authoritative interpretations of Congressional legislation, and agency and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies and precedents; performing budget analysis functions, such as budget formulation or budget execution; performing a wide variety of analytical duties, such as developing, reviewing, justifying, and presenting budgets for an agency or projecting costs and revenues; providing advice or guidance to top management or customers on the Federal budget process and appropriate budgetary/financial accounting actions to be taken to meet business needs; developing, recommending, and implementing budgetary policies affecting the financing and accomplishment of programs. Education: Cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. 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. After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement, 03/25/2026, to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application. Additional information Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.Additionally, the following links provide information on various hiring authorities that may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment. VRA (GS-11 or below) VEOA (permanent positions) 30% or more disabled veteran Persons with disabilities CTAP ICTAP The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human Resources Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Office via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.