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Financial Specialist

Department of Justice
Executive Office for Immigration Review

Summary

This position is located in the Office of Budget and Financial Management and serves as a Financial Specialist providing financial management assistance on a wide variety of budget and fiscal processes, including budget development, execution and tracking, and assisting in maintaining financial management systems.

This is a Competitive Service position; additional positions may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of certificate issuance.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/27/2026 to 05/11/2026
This job will close when we have received 60 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$102,415 - $158,322 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12 - 13
Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
Falls Church, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
ST-12941841-26-DS
Control number
866857900

This job is open to

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Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Land and base management

Current or former employees of a base management agency.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

National Guard and reserves

Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Individuals with disabilities

Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Native Americans

Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.

Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA.

Clarification from the agency

You may apply if you are a Status Candidate (Merit Promotion, VEOA, Land Management Eligible) and/or a Non-Competitive Hiring Authority Eligible ( 30% Disabled Veteran, Certain Military Spouse, Schedule A, Certain Peace Corps/VISTA Employee/Volunteer, Certain Former Overseas Employee, Foreign Service Employee, CTAP/ICTAP, Interchange Agreement Employee, or if you are employed under a Miscellaneous Authority not regulated by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.)

Duties

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Duties include but are not limited to the following:

  • Responsible for reviewing and analyzing budget planning estimates submitted by assigned components for technical accuracy and adequacy of supporting narrative justification, and conformance with DOJ budgetary policy and guidelines.
  • Coordinates work with senior level analysts and component office staff on analysis of finance orders in relation to forecasting expenses and provides narrative explanation of the causes of variances between actual and budget objectives.
  • Evaluates incoming accounting reports to interpret results of operations, to track financial trends and events, and to resolve fiduciary and/or financial management problems.
  • Maintains control of resources, funds allocation, fund control, inter-and intra-agency reimbursable agreements and financial reports in a fiscally responsible manner.
  • Reconciles a variety of automated accounting data to identify financial data discrepancies and corrective actions required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • You must complete a background investigation, credit check, and drug test.
  • Selective Service Registration is required, for males born on, or after, December 31, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
  • Moving and Relocation Expenses are not authorized.
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply section).
  • A one year probationary period may be required, if not already met.
  • Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
  • A USA Hire assessment is required. An email will be sent with additional information after you submit your application. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement to complete the assessment.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for the Financial Specialist position, you must meet the following time in grade requirements and minimum qualifications:

FOR THE GS-12 LEVEL: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL the following:

  1. Providing guidance and assistance in projecting, planning, allocating, and executing financial resources;
  2. Assisting with the analysis of financial information to confirm proper execution of funds in accordance with applicable rules and regulations;
  3. Assisting in the monitoring of financial systems to ensure funds are properly allocated and obligated as apportioned in support of management objectives; AND
  4. Assisting with the coordination of internal control processes and financial audit activities.
(Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience)

FOR THE GS-13 LEVEL: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing the following:
  1. Providing guidance and assistance in projecting, planning, allocating, and executing financial resources;
  2. Researching and analyzing financial information to confirm proper execution of funds in accordance with applicable rules and regulations;
  3. Monitoring financial systems to ensure funds are properly allocated and obligated as apportioned in support of management objectives;
  4. Coordinating internal control processes and financial audit activities;
  5. Aiding in developing financial policy directives, necessary to effect the improvement of organizational resources management operations; AND
  6. Assisting in the development and formulation of financial documentation for submission to headquarters.
(Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience)

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).

For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here.

Additional information

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP):
These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:

  1. Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
  2. Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and
  3. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.

EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.

DOJ Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The DOJ Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/reasonable-accommodation#policy

Selective Service: If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to EOIR.HR_Application_Review@usdoj.gov.

Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act.

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. You must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessments.

Your USAHIRE assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.

The assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.

Applicants with a score of 80 or higher will be referred to the Hiring Manager for review.

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

  • Accountability
  • Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Decision Making
  • Financial Management
  • Flexibility
  • Integrity/Honesty
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Learning
  • Oral Communication
  • Planning and Evaluating
  • Reasoning
  • Self-Management
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Teamwork
  • Writing


BASIS OF FINAL RATING: DOJ's Merit Promotion Procedures will be used to evaluate candidates. Applicants who do not meet this are ineligible for consideration.

If you would like to preview the application questionnaire, please see: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12941841

It is your responsibility to carefully review the list of required documents below and submit the necessary documentation based on your eligibility.

Executive Office for Immigration Review

If you are interested in a rewarding and challenging career, this is the position for you!

The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) seeks highly qualified individuals to join our team of expert professionals in becoming a part of our challenging and rewarding Agency. The primary mission of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is to adjudicate immigration cases by fairly, expeditiously, and uniformly interpreting and administering the Nation's immigration laws. Under delegated authority from the Attorney General, EOIR conducts immigration court proceedings, appellate reviews, and administrative hearings. EOIR consists of three adjudicatory components: The Office of the Chief Immigration Judge, which is responsible for managing the Immigration Courts where Immigration Judges adjudicate individual cases; the Board of Immigration Appeals, which primarily conducts appellate reviews of these Immigration Judge decisions; and the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer, which adjudicates immigration-related employment cases.

Agency contact information

Diana Sargsyan
Email
Diana.Sargsyan@usdoj.gov
Address
Office of Budget and Financial Management Services
5107 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041
US

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