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BUDGET OFFICER

Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command · Department of the Air Force · Scott AFB, Illinois

💵 $151,699–$197,210 per year⏳ Closes Nov 9, 2026
Federal agencyGS-15Vets' preference
At a glance

A job with Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command in Scott AFB, Illinois. It pays $151,699–$197,210 per year at grade GS-15. Applications close on Nov 9, 2026 — 7 days left.

Working pattern
Telework eligible
Who can apply
Military spouses, National Guard and reserves, Special authorities, Open to the public
Veterans
Veterans' preference applies
Clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information

Main duties

  • This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Auth (Certain DoW Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 As a BUDGET OFFICER at the GS-0560-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Plans, organizes and oversees the activities of the Budget and Funds Management Division in the USTRANSCOM Program Analysis and Financial Management Directorate.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities by providing expert and technical guidance to the division staff.
  • Represents USTRANSCOM with a variety of installation and functional program areas.
  • As Budget Officer, oversees a staff of budget analysts engaged in the full complement of program and budgetary operations to include formulation, justification, presentation, execution and reporting for the Transportation Working Capital Fund (TWCF) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M),Develops budgets and executes the command's funding authority resources.
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Full details

About the role

This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command, TCJ8-B Directorate. The incumbent will serve as a Budget Officer.

What you will do

  • This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Auth (Certain DoW Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 As a BUDGET OFFICER at the GS-0560-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Plans, organizes and oversees the activities of the Budget and Funds Management Division in the USTRANSCOM Program Analysis and Financial Management Directorate.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities by providing expert and technical guidance to the division staff.
  • Represents USTRANSCOM with a variety of installation and functional program areas.
  • As Budget Officer, oversees a staff of budget analysts engaged in the full complement of program and budgetary operations to include formulation, justification, presentation, execution and reporting for the Transportation Working Capital Fund (TWCF) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M),Develops budgets and executes the command's funding authority resources.
  • Provides fiscal controls and oversight of financial management activities of USTRANSCOM assigned programs and budget operations.
  • Works effectively in a Unified Command (Joint) environment which includes the Joint Staff, military services, along with DOD offices, Agencies and other U.S. Government agencies, and non U.S. Government Agencies, bureaus.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

How you will be evaluated

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application.

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. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.

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, *** 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.

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Documents you must provide

  • The documents you are required to submit vary based on the authority you are using to apply (i.e., applying as a veteran, applying as a current permanent Federal employee, applying as a reinstatement, etc.).
  • Your complete application includes your COMPLETE resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply.
  • If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
  • The following documents are REQUIRED 1.
  • Resume: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages showing all relevant experience.
  • Your resume must address your qualifications for the position, and it may not exceed two (2) pages.
  • Your 2-page (or less) resume must be in PDF format, with no smaller than a 0.5" margin and no smaller than a 10-point font.
  • If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations stated herein, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will be removed from further consideration.
  • Must include the work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed.
  • The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position.
  • If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for qualifications and referred for selection consideration, if eligible.
  • The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages.
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  • We do not accept PDF portfolio files.
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  • The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.
  • SF50 All current and former civilian Federal employees must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. This is also a requirement to verify your Time in Grade (TIG).
  • PLEASE REVIEW THE BELOW LINK FOR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS needed for proof of eligibility: ***

What to expect next

Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your the documentation you submitted to support your resume.

A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: ***

Additional information

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see ***) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.

NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit *** for more information.

For more information, please visit *** Other Notes: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Selectee or incumbent must be able to obtain the appropriate certification level for their position. This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position.

IAW Public Law 112-81 and DoD Policy the incumbent shall comply with the requirements of DoD FM Certification program within the allotted time frame. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant.

The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: *** This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date).

The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).

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