The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
Summary
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
This position is located in the USCP Office of Financial Management
(OFM), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO). This position
is responsible for the full range of financial management activities for the
Department, including budget formulation and execution, accounting, financial
audits, financial systems, and reporting.
As the CFO/Director, OFM, the incumbent has overall responsibility, as well as
delegated authority, for the oversight and administration of broad, emerging,
and critical financial programs and operations. The incumbent will be
responsible for planning, administering, and coordinating a comprehensive
financial management program for the USCP, including:
-Providing oversight, management, and coordination of the Department’s
Congressional Budget Justification, annual spend plans, and budget execution in
compliance with applicable accounting, internal controls, and budget
principles, standards, and/or requirements. -Establishing resource requirements and recommendations for Department
programs. -Developing an integrated accounting and financial system for the USCP. -Implementing financial management practices, policies, and procedures within
the USCP. -Developing, reviewing, and implementing financial management policies and
guidance affecting broad, emerging, and/or critical programs. -Consulting with Department executives and staff to effectively plan and
execute mission objectives.
The work of the incumbent is accomplished through subordinate units that have
specific program responsibility for assigned organizational functions, as well
as in close coordination with Department officials and stakeholders. The
CFO/Director, OFM, must establish and maintain effective working relationships
with various high-level stakeholders, including USCP executives, Members of
Congress and their staff, Congressional Committees and staff, the Capitol
Police Board, other legislative and executive agencies, and members of the
public where appropriate.
This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/SCI
clearance.
You must be a U.S. citizen.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Must complete a one-year probationary period.
Must be able to maintain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
Your
resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or
equivalent to the CP-13/GS-15 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or
equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience
must demonstrate the following: 1) Formulating budget to implement program
objectives of the organization; 2) Advising personnel on financial management
program, policies, and procedures; 3) Interpreting budgetary regulations to
determine impact on organizational programs; and 4) Preparing for and
overseeing financial statement audits.
Additional Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, public administration, accounting or
related field. -Experience with the Congressional budget process and Appropriations Law. -Fifteen plus years of specialized leadership experience in budget, finance,
administrative management, accounting or related field. -Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact courteously and
professionally with individuals and teams on all levels. -Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to collect, interpret, and
evaluate data to make informed recommendations. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Ability to identify and resolve challenges independently and effectively. -An understanding of confidentiality requirements and the ability to exercise
sound ethics. -Ability to work independently while respecting the role of the Division
Director. -Proficient in the use of automated equipment and software including Microsoft
Office.
Desirable
Qualifications:
A master's degree in finance, business, public administration, or related
field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other financial certification.
All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, public administration, accounting or related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Additional information
Additional Conditions of Employment with the USCP:
As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP.
Criminal History Check -- Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment.
Credit Check -- Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification.
Selective Service Registration -- Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. https://www.sss.gov/verify/
Fingerprint Check -- Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of their criminal history record.
Background Investigation -- Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or convictions, may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.
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.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Evaluation Factors:
Evaluation Factors: Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly. We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.
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.
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.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr.) of employment.
2. Other supporting documents: - College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.
The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Office of Chief Administrative Officer
119 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20510
Next steps
After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr.) of employment.
2. Other supporting documents: - College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.
The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Office of Chief Administrative Officer
119 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20510
Next steps
After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
