Supervisory Budget Analyst (Branch Chief)
Department of Agriculture
Summary
In this position you will serve as a Supervisory Budget Analyst responsible for directing and carrying out the broad functions and activities assigned to the Branch.
Duties
- The duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Directs, manages, and coordinates budget activities for the Branch and oversees the total budget operation for assigned programs and activities.
- Participates with the Division Director in formulating and recommending budgetary policies and programs.
- Provides expert technical advice and guidance to specialists and technicians on a variety of complex problems encountered in their work assignments.
- Directs and coordinates the work through key subordinates assigned immediate responsibility for broad segments of the Branch's programs.
- Interviews candidates for positions in the Branch, and makes or recommends selections, promotions or reassignment actions.
Education
There is no education requirement.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
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- Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience related to this position as described in the major duties including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; title, series, grade (if applicable); 4) other qualifications; and 5) supervisors name and phone number for each work period listed and whether or not they may be contacted for reference checks.
- Resume cannot exceed two pages.
- Only one resume will be reviewed.
- If claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
- If currently on active duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions within 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
- The certification must be on the letterhead of the appropriate military branch and include the dates of military service.
- Veterans' preference must be verified prior to appointment.
- Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.
About this role
The Supervisory Budget Analyst (Branch Chief) position with the Department of Agriculture is based in Kansas City, Missouri. In this position you will serve as a Supervisory Budget Analyst responsible for directing and carrying out the broad functions and activities assigned to the Branch. The role pays $127,829 to $170,750 per year.
Day to day, the work involves the duties may include, but are not limited to: Directs, manages, and coordinates budget activities for the Branch and oversees the total budget operation for assigned programs and activities. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal finance and contracting experience this Supervisory Budget Analyst (Branch Chief) position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Supervisory Budget Analyst (Branch Chief) position with the Department of Agriculture in Kansas City, Missouri, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
At $127,829 to $170,750 per year, this is a mid-to-senior role where a precisely tailored application matters most. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 29, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.
