Financial Management 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 provide 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. Recommends procedural changes designed to streamline financial management 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 Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments 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 Direct deposit is required Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours to include weekends, evenings and holidays This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the NDAA 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program This position has been designated as an Non-Critical Acquisition Position Level 2 and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The selectee must meet, or be capable of achieving the APDP certification as designated on the position description within the defined grace period for that certification level after assignment. Requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 Continuous Learning points every 24 months. Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards. 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 ???????financial management advisory services, financial planning services, budget operations, cost analysis, and oversight of program resource management systems. 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. IDEAL CANDIDATE: At least 2 years of experience in finance desired This is a designated Drug Testing Position This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The selectee must meet or be capable of achieving the APDP certification as designated on the position description within the defined grace period for that certification level after assignment. This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position. The selectee must comply with the requirements of this certification program. 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. Knowledge of Congressional, agency, and OMB budget processes, procedures, and requirements to include briefing formats and requirements. Ability to select and apply a variety of analytical methods and techniques to budgetary processes and special studies. 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: 1. Knowledge of structure, programs and work methods of organization (s) for budgeting work. 2. Knowledge of the commonly used agency budget procedures, regulations, precedents, policies, and guides. 3. Comprehensive knowledge of OMB, Congressional, and agency financial management and program objectives, budget precedents and controls guidelines, and regulations. 4. Knowledge of Congressional, agency, and OMB budget processes, procedures, and requirements to include briefing formats and requirements. 5. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. 6. Ability to select and apply a variety of analytical methods and techniques to budgetary processes and special studies. 7. Skill in projecting and analyzing the potential effects of budgetary actions on national economic, social, and/or political objectives. 8. Ability to develop new methods and techniques of budgeting applicable to the forecasting of long range funding needs. 9. Knowledge of budgeting regulations and procedures for providing procedural guidance on budget administration. 10. Knowledge of computerized budget system(s). 11. Skill in the analysis and resolution of complex problems. 12. 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 public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection. This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH- equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.