FINANCIAL SPECIALIST-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to deliver and support War-Winning Capabilities in AFMC by providing financial management services to all personnel, programs, support missions, associates, and external customers for AFMC. Services include financial management advisory service, financial services, budget operations, cost analysis, and resource management systems. Duties Performs budget formulation work involving preparation of detailed analysis and estimates of funding needs for one or more future budget years. Prepares and/or assembles information in support of formal presentations of budgets and requests and reviews before OMB and/or Congressional committees. Provides financial advice on complex financial issues; assessments of implementing decision and develops programs. Provides financial management technical assistance and support to the staff in an integrated planning, programming, budgeting, execution and closeout program for financial resources. Evaluates and advises on pending and current Congressional, OMB, DOD, USAF and Comptroller General decision and recommends courses of action. Conducts financial and cost reviews to determine resource requirements based on actual and forecast workload. Conducts special studies requested by leadership to provide guidance, direction or action on established policies, procedures, regulations, or directives. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit Male must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization This position may require travel This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period Work may require travel away from the normal duty station on military and commercial aircraft The incumbent may be required to work overtime or an irregular work shift, on an unscheduled or emergency basis This position meets the administrative exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.206) The incumbent shall comply with the certification requirements of the position This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements This is an acquisition coded position. Selectee must complete required certification level 2 in Financial Management within 24 months of assignment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in budget formulation and execution, including proficiency in applying OMB, Congressional, and agency regulations to develop, analyze, and justify budget requests. Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, project budgetary impacts, and communicate effectively with stakeholders, utilizing computerized budget systems to develop innovative solutions and resolve funding challenges. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of structure, programs and work methods of organization (s) for budgeting work. Knowledge of the commonly used agency budget procedures, regulations, precedents, policies, and guides. Comprehensive knowledge of OMB, Congressional, and agency financial management and program objectives, budget precedents and controls guidelines, and regulations. Knowledge of Congressional, agency, and OMB budget processes, procedures, and requirements to include briefing formats and requirements. Knowledge of budgeting regulations and procedures for providing procedural guidance on budget administration. Knowledge of computerized budget system(s). Skill in projecting and analyzing the potential effects of budgetary actions on national economic, social, and/or political objectives. Skill in the analysis and resolution of complex problems. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to select and apply a variety of analytical methods and techniques to budgetary processes and special studies. Ability to develop new methods and techniques of budgeting applicable to the forecasting of long-range funding needs Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare financial cost estimates, develop alternatives and finding requirements, and make recommendations to resolve financial/funding problems. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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