Financial Management Specialist

Summary
This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority 5 U.S.C. § 9905, dated 6/23/2023
This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command. The incumbent serves as senior financial analyst/advisor synchronizing Command-wide actions to fulfill Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) requirements through the Combatant Command's (CCMD) Corporate Governance Process (CGP).
This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Military spouses
• The public
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency
Open to all US Citizens, displaced federal employees (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) within the local commuting area, and Military Spouses who meet eligibility requirements listed in the announcement.
Duties
As a FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST at the GS-0501-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Developing and issuing specific fiscal policy and planning guidance derived from the CCMD's strategic intent to integrate resource allocation and capability development actions across complex mission sets involving all types of funding.
• Serving as the Secretariat for the CCMD's Corporate Governance Process. Establishing and documenting corporate governance battle rhythm, rules of engagement, and communicating with all levels within the Command from action officer to senior leaders.
• Reviewing and interpreting pending and current Congressional, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, and Comptroller General Decisions which affect USTRANSCOM and recommending courses of action to senior leaders.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service (visit www.sss.gov for more information)
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation. Employee must obtain/maintain a Non-Critical Sensitive (Secret) security clearance
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible on an ad hoc basis only
• Travel and relocation expenses, if approved, will be paid IAW JTR and AFMAN 36-606
• This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d

Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, military, or private sector:

• Researching, interpreting, and applying regulatory policies, procedures, standards, and
  principles to provide advice on financial related matters and for use in budget preparations
  and operations.
• Developing financial procedures and policies for financial analysis to support management's
  business decisions.
• Negotiating and resolving controversial issues, advocating proposals and recommendations,
  and reporting on progress in resolving critical issues.
• Analyzing guidance to develop or redesign procedures to ensure required financial
  information is in the most accurate and defensible manner possible.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position. IAW Public Law 112-81 and DoD Policy the incumbent shall comply with the requirements of DoD FM Certification program within the allotted time frame.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant.
Visit https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf for more information.

• Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements.
Veterans Preference:Per Section 9905 of title 5, U.S. Code (U.S.C.) Veterans Preference do not apply to this vacancy announcement; however, the Department of Defense considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for hiring.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP): If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming RGP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.

• 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.
• Required Documents
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  The documents you are required to submit vary based on the authority you are using to apply (i.e., applying as a veteran, applying as a current permanent Federal employee, applying as a reinstatement, etc).
  Your complete application includes your COMPLETE resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
  The following documents are REQUIRED
  1. Your resume:
  
  • Your resume may be submitted in any format. It must include your name and contact information and support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • For qualifications determinations your resume must contain the number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e.," HRS per week and month/year" or "HRS per week and month/year to present").
  • For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
  
  2.Additional documentation required if currently hold or previously held a federal position: most recent SF-50 and, if different, SF-50 showing highest grade.
  3. If you are claiming Military Spouse Preference, you must submit supporting documents with your application package. These documents must provide acceptable information to verify: you reside within the commuting area of your sponsor's permanent duty station (PDS); proof of marriage to the active duty sponsor, proof of military member's active duty status, and other documentation required by the vacancy announcement to which you are applying; and must meet all pre-employment criteria and be eligible for immediate noncompetitive appointment to a position in the competitive service. Documentation required: Marriage Certificate or License, Signed Self-Certification Checklist, Veterans' Preference documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA Letter, Statement of Service, if applicable), Transcripts (if applicable).
  PLEASE REVIEW THE BELOW LINK FOR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS needed for proof of eligibility:
  https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/FourthEstateRequiredSupportingDocumentation%2011-16-2020.pdf?ver=Lgkkn1HW9a8is7V2lyCS2Q%3d%3d
• How to Apply
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
  
  • To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
  • You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
  • You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
  • To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12217941.
  NOTE: If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible.
  Agency contact information
  USTRANSCOM Servicing Team
  Phone
  614-692-2646
  Email
  DHRS-D-TRANSCOM@DLA.MIL
  Address
  TRANSCOM 508 Scott Drive Bldg 1900 E Scott AFB, IL 62225-5357 US
  Next steps
  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.
  The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews and, once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failur...