What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Manager position at U.S. Courts?
Summary
The successful candidate must demonstrate technical expertise in the areas of budget planning, preparation, formulation, and execution; procurement management; resources / inventory management; and space and facilities management. This position requires professionalism, discretion, flexibility, initiative, and commitment.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
The incumbent has an overall responsibility for the management of budget formulation and monitoring. The ability to adhere to financial, and operational guidelines and regulations is critical. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, articulate, and detail-oriented with great writing skills.
For a full list of Duties, please visit : https : / / www.nvp.uscourts.gov / downloads / employment / 2025-03 Budget Manager January 2025.pdf.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
As part of the recruitment process, final candidates for the position will undergo a preliminary background investigation completed by the U. S. Probation Office. Fingerprints will be taken, and a criminal records check will be conducted using nationwide databases. A credit check will also be conducted. The candidate's past job performance and professional / personal conduct will be reviewed and considered.
As a condition of employment, the selected candidate may also be required to complete a 10-year background investigation coordinated by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts and will then be subjected to re-investigation every five years, thereafter. The investigation includes a fingerprint check through the FBI, as well as a check of financial and credit records. Any position offer will be considered provisional until a full suitability determination can be made. All Court employees are required to adhere to a Code of Conduct for Judiciary Employees.
The United States Probation Office, District of Nevada, is part of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government. All applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanently eligible to work in the United States. The Federal Financial Management Reform Act requires direct deposit of federal wages.
Qualifications
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible, successful, and substantive budget, financial, accounting or related field; procurement, and space and facilities administration experience and attention to detail is required.
At least three years of progressively responsible administrative, technical, professional, supervisory, or managerial experience that provided an opportunity to gain :
a) Skill in developing the interpersonal work relationships needed to lead a team of employees,
b) The ability to exercise mature judgment, and
c) Thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and theories of management and the ability to understand the managerial policies applicable to the judiciary unit involved.
Education
Two years of specialized experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited educational institution; supervisory experience in a financial environment; experience in auditing and internal controls review and implementation; strong written and oral communication skills; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to apply a body of rules, regulations and laws; knowledge and proficiency in Excel, Word, and other Windows based applications; ability to work successfully in a fast paced, team environment.
Specialized experience includes progressively responsible experience in at least one but preferably two or more of the functional areas of financial management and administration such as budgeting, accounting, auditing, or financial reporting that provided a knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology of financial administration.
Additional information
The United States Probation Office, District of Nevada is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and career-minded individual with a strong work ethic, unquestionable integrity, a positive attitude, and demonstrated experience to serve as a Budget Manager , which is a key management-level position. Under the direction of the Chief U.S. Probation Officer, the incumbent is responsible for managerial work related to supervision and oversight of all aspects of the financial functions of the U.S. Probation Office and ensuring accuracy and completeness of data, and quality of service. The incumbent ensures compliance with internal controls, audits, policies, and regulations affecting financial processes, and performs financial and accounting activities for the court unit. Outside the unit, the Budget Manager is the liaison with other administrative, budgetary personnel from other court units, and the Administrative Office of the U.S Courts.
The U.S. Probation Office currently employs a staff of 49 professionals dedicated to supporting the court's mission of being accountable, responsible, and fostering a collegial environment. The duty station for this position is Las Vegas, Nevada . We also have a satellite office in Reno, Nevada, and occasional travel is required.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will also be evaluated based on experience, knowledge, skills and education.
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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Applicants should submit each of the following :
Resume,
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense. Relocation expenses are not authorized and will not be reimbursed.
Submit application as a single.pdf file to : careers@nvp.uscourts.gov.
Incomplete application packets will NOT be considered.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
careers@nvp.uscourts.gov
Address
United States Probation Office, District of Nevada
300 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Suite 1200
Las Vegas, NV 89101-5813
Next steps
Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Due to the volume of applications, the U. S. Probation Office will only communicate with those individuals invited for personal interviews, which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The U. S. Probation Office reserves the right to amend or withdraw this announcement with or without written notice to applicants. If a subsequent vacancy of the same position becomes available within a reasonable time of the original announcement, the Chief U.S. Probation Officer may elect to select from the original qualified applicant pool.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Required Documents
Applicants should submit each of the following :
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense. Relocation expenses are not authorized and will not be reimbursed.
Submit application as a single.pdf file to : careers@nvp.uscourts.gov.
Incomplete application packets will NOT be considered.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
careers@nvp.uscourts.gov
Address
United States Probation Office, District of Nevada
300 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Suite 1200
Las Vegas, NV 89101-5813
Next steps
Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Due to the volume of applications, the U. S. Probation Office will only communicate with those individuals invited for personal interviews, which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The U. S. Probation Office reserves the right to amend or withdraw this announcement with or without written notice to applicants. If a subsequent vacancy of the same position becomes available within a reasonable time of the original announcement, the Chief U.S. Probation Officer may elect to select from the original qualified applicant pool.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
