Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

• Performs technical tasks in support of the financial analysis/budget process.
• Accomplishes preliminary analysis to assure the completion of requested studies and reports according to the organization's objectives and identifies discrepancies and potential problems for analyst's review.
• Primary POC for Government Purchase Card for multiple directorates and travel program.
• Manages the Self-Assessment program across the FM Directorate.
• As Directorate Workflow Manager, implements and manages Directorate Workflow process to ensure timely, clear, and complete responses are provided to tasks and requests for information by Center command section, MAJCOM, and other external entities.
• Plans, develops, analyzes, and controls directorate administrative programs necessary for the day-to-day management of the Directorate.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Position may require an appropriate security clearance
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• 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.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• This is a Financial Management Level 1 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 of this certification program.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Click Here.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of generalized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-07 or equivalent in other pay systems. Generalized experience is experience and ability to serve as a financial technician independently performing a variety of financial management analysis and technical related tasks in support of the AFTC Financial Management Directorate.
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 (statement is placed within the announcement):
A highly motivated individual possessing analysis skills in financial management with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Knowledge of policies, data collection, analysis methods, and report writing to provide administrative support for programs and personnel issues. The ability to demonstrate skills in gathering, assembling and analyzing computer products and data to provide management information for problem resolution. Strong communication skills for effectively presenting financial information both orally and in writing. Knowledge of computer systems and various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, publications, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. Ability to balance and reconcile financial accounts and independently take corrective action also exhibit a high level of integrity and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations and policies. Additionally, the ability to work collaboratively in an ever-evolving environment while adapting to changing priorities is key.

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. Skills in analysis and evaluative techniques to perform qualitative and quantitative assessments of work processes, budget data, personnel utilization, training needs, audit or inspection reports, and the like.
2. Knowledge of policies, data collection, analysis methods, and report writing to provide administrative support for programs and personnel issues.
3. Skills in gathering, assembling and analyzing computer products and data to provide management information for problem resolution.
4. Knowledge of extensive administrative rules, procedures, or operations to perform the work of the office, such as preparing and editing documents, locating and assembling information for various reports, maintaining
files/records, and preparing travel arrangements.
5. Knowledge of computer systems and various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, publications, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.
6. Ability to balance and reconcile financial accounts and independently take corrective action.
7. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.