Branch Chief

📍 Rockville, Maryland · 🏛 Nuclear Regulatory Commission · 💰 $169,279–$197,200 per year · 🎓 GG 15 · 🧭 Budget Analysis (0560) · ⏳ Closes Nov 19, 2026 · 8 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 5, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencyNuclear Regulatory Commission
DepartmentOther Agencies and Independent Organizations
LocationRockville, Maryland
Salary$169,279–$197,200 per year
GradeGG 15
ScheduleFull-time
Occupation seriesBudget Analysis (0560)
Openings1
Hiring pathsInternal to an agency
PostedNov 5, 2026
Application deadlineNov 19, 2026
Telework eligibleYes
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceL Access Authorization
Relocation expenses reimbursedYes
Promotion potential15
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About this job

This position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Division of Budget, Budget Operations Branch. The supervisor is Fred Miller. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.

Duties

The successful candidate will perform the full range of duties as a GG15 Branch Chief. As the Budget Operations Branch Chief in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, you will provide leadership, direction, and oversight of the agency's budget formulation and execution activities. You will develop and implement agency-wide budget policies and procedures, coordinate the preparation and submission of the NRC's Performance Budget to senior agency leadership, the Chairman, the Commission, OMB, and Congress, and oversee financial analyses and other budget-related deliverables in accordance with established guidance. You will manage, supervise, and coordinate Branch staff, ensuring employees understand organizational objectives, assignments, and priorities established by the agency's strategic, operating, and performance plans; establish expectations, oversee workload and schedules, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of assigned responsibilities. You will also address policy, financial, and administrative issues; lead organizational change; and coordinate Division activities and emerging priorities to ensure work is accomplished effectively and consistent with the agency's mission, values, and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: knowledge and experience planning, preparing and developing justifications for the President's Budget submission; handling large datasets and delivering complex financial analyses; researching, interpreting, and applying Federal laws and regulations as it relates to the preparation and submission of the budget; leading complex projects, as well as collaborating with stakeholder groups. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in applying policies and regulations related to the Federal budget formulation process to include the planning, preparation, and submission of the President's Budget. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex analyses of large datasets and information, and knowledge of financial systems, computer systems, data management systems and software sufficient to generate reports and present complex financial data. Demonstrated ability to communicate and present programmatic and financial information, ideas, advice, and recommendations in a clear, concise, and logical manner, both orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to provide project management initiative and leadership to work effectively and efficiently in handling multiple assignments with competing priorities, often under considerable pressure to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and effectively communicate, both orally in writing, to coordinate and manage relationships with skill sufficient to motivate, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the efforts of a diverse team. A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate must be addressed in your resume. The NRC encourages applicants to provide job experience details in your resume. Applicants may also use the supplemental vacancy question to provide additional information pertaining to the specialized experience and ideal candidate criteria. PLEASE BE CLEAR AND CONCISE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Education

There are no education requirements for this position.

Requirements

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. All information in your resume must be true and accurate. Conditions of Employment: This is a Drug Testing position Must be able to meet and maintain security & suitability requirements.

Evaluations

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the job requirements. You must respond to all required application questions. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for possible interview and selection based upon the number of available vacancies to be filled in each office. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a concise resume that directly relates to this position.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 11/19/2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For a preview of the application questions, please see https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13109273. Your complete application must include your resume, responses to all required vacancy questions, and any required documents that prove your eligibility to apply. To begin your application, select the "Apply" button located on the right side of this screen. Follow the subsequent prompts to log in or register, submit all required documents, answer the questions, and complete the application process. You may either select your required documents within your USAJOBS profile to upload with your application or directly upload them during the application process. The following types of document types can be uploaded: .gif, jpg., .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, .doc, and .docx. Important Considerations: Paper Applications: Paper applications will not be accepted unless you can demonstrate hardship circumstances through the agency contact listed below. Application Extensions: Requests for application extensions will not be granted. Hardship Assistance: If you experience hardship applying online, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below for assistance. You must reach out during business hours before the announcement closing date and speak with someone who can provide support for your online submission. The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the coordinator at (301) 415-5888 or TDD 240-482-3217. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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Required documents

The following documents are required for your application package to be complete. If you fail to provide any required documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; title, series, grade (if applicable); and 4) other qualifications. Please limit your resume to 2 pages. See below for Additional Resume Information. SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action): You must submit a copy of your most recent non-award SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive/excepted status or reinstatement eligibility. Applicants who only submit an award SF-50 will not receive further consideration. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English. Additional Resume Information: Your resume is crucial in our evaluation of your qualifications. Resumes should clearly demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and abilities. Please limit your résumé to 2 pages. To ensure your resume contains all required information, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder. If you choose to use your own resume, please ensure it contains all the required information, and you organize it so we can associate the following information with each experience/position: Job title Name of employer Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year) format Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. We will pro-rate part-time employment in crediting experience. Concise, results-focused language for job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable). Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position). Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) or other inappropriate material on your resume or cover letter. If your resume contains prohibited information as listed above, your application may be determined ineligible, and you will not receive consideration for this position. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter, links to social media such as LinkedIn, to determine your qualifications. Cover letters are optional.

What to expect next

You may check the status of your application at any time after the announcement closes by logging onto USAJOBs and selecting "Application Status." You will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume, question responses, and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.

Benefits

As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.

Other information

This position may be eligible for telework in accordance with agency policy. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Branch Chief job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $169,279–$197,200 per year (GG 15).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 19, 2026 — 8 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Rockville, Maryland with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement IMP-13109273-27-LR · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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