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Budget Officer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics. Federal agencies, universities, and large corporations regularly file LCAs for this occupation. Cap-subject petitions compete in the annual lottery, so timing your job search around the October 1 start date matters.
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ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™.
Data Networks, Inc. (DNC), a subsidiary of ASRC Federal Holding Company, is seeking a remote Senior Budget Formulation Analyst. The successful candidate will support DNC's client at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS) Headquarters. The successful candidate will help create the NOS budget submissions to NOAA Headquarters, the Department of Commerce (DOC) Headquarters, the President’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and Congress.
The NOS Budget Formulation Division provides budget formulation coordination and support for the NOS financial management centers (FMCs). The budget formulation analysts serve as advocates and liaisons to NOS’s oversight bodies at NOAA, DOC, OMB, and Congress.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a remote position. The successful candidate will help review, draft, and strengthen budget justification requests within the President’s Budget Request to Congressional Appropriations Committees and Subcommittees. The candidate will lead the creation, collection, and review of multiple crosscut data calls each year, spanning multiple programs and offices.
The duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Drafting and editing budget increase and decrease requests and justifications, given programmatic benefits and environmental risks.
- Track crosscuts of data across budget lines and NOS offices.
- Correspond with FMCs to prepare for the annual President's Budget submission and crosscut data calls.
- Draft and review impact statements based on Congressional Mark Ups.
- Create, maintain, and present budgetary exhibits and briefing materials for government audiences such as NOS, NOAA, and DOC leadership.
- Provide support and expertise in responding to Congressional, Interagency and Intra-agency data calls.
- Coordinate with program offices to translate technical and scientific documents for consumption by external audiences, including DOC and Congress.
- Track NOS program budgets across multiple fiscal years and budget formulation cycles.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree plus 5 or more years of experience in a related field. A Master's degree may be used as a substitute for 2 years of experience.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Budget formulation experience at a Federal Agency is a plus.
- Experience with the federal budget cycle is a plus.
- A proven history of handling a large portfolio of programs and projects.
- Familiarity with NOAA budget processes and organizational structures is a plus.
- Existing knowledge of National Ocean Service (NOS) programs is a plus.
- Highly organized and punctual.
- Experience using Excel to create detailed tables and track budget fluctuations.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a high pace working environment.
- Ability to understand and prioritize customer needs.
- Skill in using discretion and tact when dealing with all levels of seniority.
- Ability to initiate action independently after having been given general guidance/direction.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™.
Data Networks, Inc. (DNC), a subsidiary of ASRC Federal Holding Company, is seeking a remote Senior Budget Formulation Analyst. The successful candidate will support DNC's client at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS) Headquarters. The successful candidate will help create the NOS budget submissions to NOAA Headquarters, the Department of Commerce (DOC) Headquarters, the President’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and Congress.
The NOS Budget Formulation Division provides budget formulation coordination and support for the NOS financial management centers (FMCs). The budget formulation analysts serve as advocates and liaisons to NOS’s oversight bodies at NOAA, DOC, OMB, and Congress.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a remote position. The successful candidate will help review, draft, and strengthen budget justification requests within the President’s Budget Request to Congressional Appropriations Committees and Subcommittees. The candidate will lead the creation, collection, and review of multiple crosscut data calls each year, spanning multiple programs and offices.
The duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Drafting and editing budget increase and decrease requests and justifications, given programmatic benefits and environmental risks.
- Track crosscuts of data across budget lines and NOS offices.
- Correspond with FMCs to prepare for the annual President's Budget submission and crosscut data calls.
- Draft and review impact statements based on Congressional Mark Ups.
- Create, maintain, and present budgetary exhibits and briefing materials for government audiences such as NOS, NOAA, and DOC leadership.
- Provide support and expertise in responding to Congressional, Interagency and Intra-agency data calls.
- Coordinate with program offices to translate technical and scientific documents for consumption by external audiences, including DOC and Congress.
- Track NOS program budgets across multiple fiscal years and budget formulation cycles.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree plus 5 or more years of experience in a related field. A Master's degree may be used as a substitute for 2 years of experience.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Budget formulation experience at a Federal Agency is a plus.
- Experience with the federal budget cycle is a plus.
- A proven history of handling a large portfolio of programs and projects.
- Familiarity with NOAA budget processes and organizational structures is a plus.
- Existing knowledge of National Ocean Service (NOS) programs is a plus.
- Highly organized and punctual.
- Experience using Excel to create detailed tables and track budget fluctuations.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a high pace working environment.
- Ability to understand and prioritize customer needs.
- Skill in using discretion and tact when dealing with all levels of seniority.
- Ability to initiate action independently after having been given general guidance/direction.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Budget Officer
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the Budget Officer position. A finance or accounting degree is the strongest fit. Economics or public administration works, but expect your employer's attorney to document the connection explicitly in the petition.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV rates for Budget Officer roles in your target city before any salary conversation.
Target cap-exempt employers to skip the lottery
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Budget Officer positions exist at all three. Prioritizing these employers eliminates lottery risk entirely and lets you start sooner.
Use Migrate Mate to find active H-1B sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to filter Budget Officer openings by employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation code. That filing history confirms the employer already knows the H-1B process, which shortens the sponsorship conversation significantly.
Confirm your occupation code with O*NET before applying
Budget Officers are classified under a specific Standard Occupational Classification code. Cross-check the job description against the O*NET profile to confirm the duties align. A mismatch between your job tasks and the SOC code is a common RFE trigger.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS standard processing for an I-129 petition can run several months. If your employer has a firm onboarding date, ask them to file with premium processing to get a decision within 15 business days and avoid a delayed start.
H-1B Visa Budget Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Budget Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats Budget Officer positions as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, accounting, economics, or public administration. The employer must document in the LCA and I-129 petition that a specialized degree is a standard requirement for the position, not just a preference.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Budget Officer positions?
Federal agencies, state governments, universities, hospital systems, defense contractors, and large financial institutions are among the most consistent sponsors for Budget Officer roles. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers with active LCA filings for this occupation on Migrate Mate, which filters results by filing history rather than employer self-reporting.
How does the H-1B cap affect my timeline as a Budget Officer candidate?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date. If you're selected in the lottery, you cannot begin work until October 1 at the earliest. If your target employer is a university, nonprofit research institution, or government entity, their petitions are cap-exempt and can be filed and approved at any point during the year.
What documentation should I prepare to support my H-1B petition as a Budget Officer?
You'll need official transcripts showing your degree in a qualifying field, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., and any professional certifications such as CGFM or CPA that strengthen the specialty occupation argument. Your employer's attorney will also need a detailed job description that ties specific duties to your degree field, so be prepared to provide input on that document.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch Budget Officer jobs?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers while your transfer petition is pending, as long as your original H-1B has been approved and you've been in valid status. Your new employer files a new I-129 petition, and you can start with them once USCIS receives it, without waiting for a final decision.