Program Analyst

About the Position: Performs programming and budgeting administrative functions within Engineering Division of the Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, having more than one appropriation, working with additional funds received from local cooperating agencies, and recommending minor program adjustments and major reprogramming as necessary during the year. Major duties: The incumbent serves as an advisor for the Engineering Division in the areas of funding accounts and operating budget. Prepares schedules of obligations and expenditures for all regional planning related activities during the fiscal year. Sets up estimates to reflect funds to be obligated and expended for each month of the current fiscal year. Prepares Government Orders in CEFMS for goods or services requested from other government offices. Prepares a wide variety of program reports for upward reporting, monthly program status reviews, and other program data calls as required. Prepares, estimates and analyzes annual funding needs on a multi-year (current year, budget year and program year) basis. Coordinates and/or prepares the annual operating budget for RPEDN and is responsible for the application and administration of funds distributed for the operation of the Division. Uses reports from CEFMS and P2 showing actual expenditures to monitor and compare actuals versus budgeted for the direct portion of the operating budget. Performs mid-year review and adjustment of budgeted amounts. Provides advice and guidance to management officials on all budgetary matters. Uses EXCEL spreadsheets, P2, and CEFMS reports in all phases of work. Coordinates and/or prepares the annual operating budget for Engineering Division and is responsible for the application and administration of funds distributed for the operation of the Division.