THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a RESOURCES MANAGER (T32), PD# D0977P01 and is part of the RI Joint Force Headquarters. The purpose of this position is to accomplish management and financial administration of programs under the control of the CFMO. Supervises the work of the function.
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a RESOURCES MANAGER (T32), PD# D0977P01 and is part of the RI Joint Force Headquarters. The purpose of this position is to accomplish management and financial administration of programs under the control of the CFMO. Supervises the work of the function.
Current Service Members of the Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG), or a Service Member willing and eligible to transfer militarily into the RIARNG
Serves as a principal advisor to the CFMO regarding resource management. Initiates, administers, and executes necessary actions for CFMO programs. Ensures regulatory and procedural compliance with the Master Cooperative Agreement (MCA), and other Federal, state, and local regulations. Develops internal controls and monitors programs to ensure state priorities and mission objectives are achieved. Serves as a member of the Program Budget Advisory Committee (PBAC). Maintains liaison with Federal, state and local budget activities and conducts multi-level coordination with, but not limited to, USPFO, NGB, state, Federal, local, and private officials. Develops and oversees the real property operations and maintenance cost reimbursement program and ensures that services provided to non-ARNG entities are recovered and accounted for.
Oversees and performs program analysis, including planning, programming, budgeting, funds allocation, procurement, accounts management, internal controls, and reporting. Coordinates project funding and approves special project funding requests. Ensures identification of budget requirements and approves final submissions of financial plans and budget requests. Develops standard operating procedures for use of operating funds to ensure propriety of expenditures and funding obligations. Compiles fiscal funding reports; and advises the CFMO, applicable USPFO personnel/specialists, and state personnel of funding status and projected funding availability via briefings and/or written updates. Acts as the central point of contact for funds accounting among the State, USPFO, and other funding entities.
Provides expert guidance in the development and preparation of budget submissions, execution and closeout. Evaluates and validates budget proposals. Reviews, edits and consolidates annual and multi-year budgets and proposals for programs into consolidated budget submissions, grants proposals and other funding requests, ensuring that data in requests are formally and accurately documented.
Performs other duties as assigned.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an EXCEPTED SERVICE position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Rhode Island Army National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments.
Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. Individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
Incumbent must achieve the appropriate certification level for their positions within 2 years of notification of applicable certification requirements or the period of any extension.
For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
Qualifications
Military Grades: E6-E9, W1-W5, or O1-O5
You must indicate your rank somewhere on your resume.
Compatible Military Assignments: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required. Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS. Compatible Military Skills for Series GS-0501:
ARNG Officer - Branch 36A, Financial Manager, and Branch 428, Human Resources.
ARNG Warrant Officer-MOS 420A, Human Resources.
ARNG Enlisted -ECMF 328, Financial Management, and MOS 42A, Human Resources.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. All personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for that level. Experiences gained through military technical training schools are included in the one year on-the-job experience. Must have fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. The applicant's educational degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
Additional information
Indefinite employment is defined as an excepted appointment with indefinite time limitations and is used when the appointment is expected to extend beyond one year. Candidate may be terminated with a 30-day notice. Should the need for the indefinite time limitations placed on this position no longer exist, the indefinite appointment could be converted to permanent action without further competition and you may be required to serve a trial period upon conversion.
If an applicant from the Competitive Service is selected, he or she will have to convert to the Excepted Service.
Members of the financial management workforce are required to participate in the Financial Management Certification Program; therefore, achieving certification is a condition of employment. Members of the financial management workforce must achieve the appropriate certification level for their positions within 2 years of notification of applicable certification requirements or the period of any extension.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
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.
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.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
A comprehensive knowledge of planning, programming, budgeting, and executing regulations (DOD, DA, NGB, state, local and other federal), guidelines, and processes. A thorough knowledge of execution of NGB and state programs to ensure statutes are adhered to and goals are met.
A comprehensive knowledge of NGB and state goals, objectives, and priorities to ensure mission accomplishment.
A comprehensive knowledge of budgeting and program methods and procedures to execute multiple budgets.
A comprehensive knowledge and skill in the identification, analysis, and resolution of a range of budgetary problems associated with program execution. Funds and goals are subject to changing demands that require reprogramming throughout the fiscal year.
Ability to apply analytical reasoning in the identification, analysis, and evaluation of budgetary problems for the development of alternative solutions, involving resolution of conflicting goals and objectives (e.g., increased workload coupled with decreased funding),in order to administer programs efficiently and effectively and to develop recommendations for improvement.
A thorough knowledge of the format and composition of financial documentation to support all budget processes.
A thorough knowledge of the authorization and appropriation public laws governing the multiple ARNG and state program appropriations.
Knowledge of state and Federal accounting systems in order to appropriately administer CFMO programs.
A working knowledge of accounting principles and procedures to effectively execute Federal and State programs.
Knowledge of present and future state ARNG force structure.
A working knowledge of automation and various applicable software programs.
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.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Required Documents:
Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire
Optional Documents:
Cover Letter
Related Professional Certificates
OF 306
DD214
SF50 (current or prior federal service, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action SF50)
Performance Appraisal Assessment
Transcripts - if qualifying based on education
Other supporting documents, such as college transcript(s) if qualifying based on education, must be submitted in English. Failure to submit the required documentation will result in automatic disqualification.
Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/ YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position. Any and all resumes must be written in your own words.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13021145
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
RI Joint Force Headquarters
Joint Force Headquarters
2841 South County Trail
East Greenwich, RI 02818
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Required Documents:
Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire
Optional Documents:
Cover Letter
Related Professional Certificates
OF 306
DD214
SF50 (current or prior federal service, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action SF50)
Performance Appraisal Assessment
Transcripts - if qualifying based on education
Other supporting documents, such as college transcript(s) if qualifying based on education, must be submitted in English. Failure to submit the required documentation will result in automatic disqualification.
Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/ YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position. Any and all resumes must be written in your own words.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13021145
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
RI Joint Force Headquarters
Joint Force Headquarters
2841 South County Trail
East Greenwich, RI 02818
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
