The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. CBO’s Budget Analysis Division seeks an IT professional to maintain the division’s in-house desktop software applications. The programmer analyst works with the division’s lead IT programmer.

The following are among the wide-ranging responsibilities of the position:

• Convert designs and specifications into forms, classes, modules, functions, report forms, database tables, database code, and new applications;

• Test software changes and participate in systemwide testing before new releases;

• Respond to inquiries regarding errors, problems, and questions about the division’s software applications; and

• Comply with the division’s IT design and coding standards.

Qualifications

The position requires the following:

• At least three years of application programming experience on a desktop platform as well as extensive experience in a PC network environment;

• Knowledge of VB.Net, C#, SQL Server, Transact-SQL, Crystal Reports, WinForms, Visual Studio, Git, or similar tools;

• A strong interest in software development and programming and the ability to complete multiple projects both independently and collaboratively, sometimes under tight deadlines; and

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is preferred but not required.

Experience with web-based applications, SharePoint, and APIs is preferred but not required.

Candidates exceeding the listed requirements also are encouraged to apply; experience will be considered when determining salary and job responsibilities.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 (NACI) investigation.

Salary and Benefits

Salaries at CBO are competitive and commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and a collegial, respectful work environment.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter, a one- to two-page résumé, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers. To ensure consideration, apply by April 26, 2024; incomplete applications will not be considered. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, as made applicable to CBO by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.

Contact

Kate Green or Annita Gulati Cox, Washington, D.C., careers@cbo.gov.