About This Position
This position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Budget Review Division, Budget Analysis Branch reporting to the OMB Assistant Director and senior leadership on OMB's major policy issues and decisions. To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section to [email protected].
Qualifications
GRADE REQUIREMENT: This is NOT a promotion.
Applicant MUST currently be at the grade level advertised. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. For the GS-9: Must currently hold a GS-09 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement.
For the GS-11: Must currently hold a GS-11 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. For the GS-12: Must currently hold a GS-12 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. For the GS-13: Must currently hold a GS-13 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement.
For the GS-14: Must currently hold a GS-14 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. For the GS-15: Must currently hold a GS-15 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (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.
Major Duties
Candidates must obtain and document approval from their current supervisor before applying to this detail. The Detailee of this position reports directly to OMB Deputy Chief, Budget Analysis Branch and senior leadership on OMB's policy decisions. The incumbent will provide assistance in the analysis of a diverse array of major policy decisions.
As a Policy Analyst (Detail), GS-0301-9/11/12/13/14/15, your typical work assignments may include the following: Participates in the development of multifaceted budget, program, and legislative proposals. Plans, conducts, and completes special analytical and other studies relevant to budget and legislative policymaking. Reviews important research, evaluation, and statistical activities of Federal and nongovernment sectors to identify and initiate actions to improve databases available to shape informed policy decisions.
Reviews pending and proposed budget actions and legislation on assigned topics and advises senior staff and the Assistant Director on recommended actions. Develops and recommends options for action in relevant areas. Perform other duties as assigned.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your resume will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required and the extent to which your application shows that you possess the specialized experience associated with this position.
Additional Information
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/)
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section to [email protected].
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/28/2026 to receive consideration. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Required Documents
Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
Resume: For qualification assessments, your resume should include the announcement number and job title of the position you're applying for, along with the pay plan, series, and grade, such as GS-0301-09. Additionally, you need to provide the starting and ending dates (month/year) for any paid or unpaid work experience, along with the average weekly hours worked. Failing to include this information may lead to your application being deemed insufficient, meaning you won't be considered for the role.
Your resume must thoroughly outline your responsibilities and specialized experience related to this position. If it appears that you simply copied and pasted from the job announcement without providing adequate supplemental details about your experience, this will result in an ineligible rating. Consequently, you will not be able to proceed in the selection process. Please keep your resume to a maximum of 2 pages. If you submit more than 2 pages, only the first 2 will be evaluated to assess your qualifications and eligibility.
- Current Federal Civilian Employees: You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 & 34 must contain "1" or "2". (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).