Chief, Natural and Physical Resources Unit

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CBO seeks a manager for the Budget Analysis Division's Natural and Physical Resources Cost Estimates Unit, which prepares cost estimates, budget projections, and other products involving legislation that affects several areas of the federal budget:
-Agriculture
-Energy
-General government
-General science, space,& Technology
-Natural resources and the environment, including resource development on federal land
-TransportationOverview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates06/10/2025 to 06/30/2025Salary$150,000 - $205,000 per yearPay scale & gradeES 00Location1 vacancy in the following location:Washington, DC 1 vacancyRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-time - Full TimeServiceExceptedPromotion potential0Job family (Series)Supervisory statusYesSecurity clearanceDrug testNoAnnouncement number25-27Control number838559200This job is open toClarification from the agencyDO NOT APPLY THROUGH USAJOBS. APPLY AT www.cbo.gov/careersDutiesCBO is looking for a leader to manage a highly skilled staff of 12 analysts, help the analysts develop professionally, and encourage internal and external collaboration. Analysts in the unit communicate regularly with and provide assistance to Congressional committees that have jurisdiction over the relevant programs. The unit chief is responsible for ensuring high-quality, nonpartisan analysis, often under tight deadlines. Key responsibilities include reviewing a substantial volume of formal cost estimates and coordinating the preparation of 10-year baseline spending projections and annual analyses of the President's budgetary proposals.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• US citizenship or current permanent residents seeking citizenship

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR CLEARANCEQualificationsCandidates must have an advanced degree in public policy, public administration, economics, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience (or a bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience). They also should possess superior analytical, quantitative, and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to manage people and projects within a complex, fast-paced environment.
A thorough knowledge of the federal budget process-including the various budget laws-is essential, as is the ability to effectively interact with other CBO staff members, Congressional staff, and staff at executive branch agencies. Attention to detail and the ability to articulate complex material clearly and concisely orally and in writing (and to guide analysts to do the same) also are crucial. Management experience is strongly preferred but may be considered to include significant coordination responsibilities for projects involving several people. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 (NACI) investigation.TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:See Qualifications aboveEducationEDUCATION:Candidates must have an advanced degree in public policy, public administration, economics, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience (or a bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience).Additional informationThis job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.

• 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. .See https://www.cbo.gov/about/careers/benefits.
Health/Dental/Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Benefits
Life Insurance
Transit Subsidies
Annual/Sick Leave
Holidays
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