DEPUTY FINANCIAL MANAGER Job in Fort Dix, NJ

Vacancy No. NJ-12911545-AR-26-51 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $105,481.00 to $137,128.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 3/16/2026 Close Date 4/2/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Fort Dix, NJ


Summary

This National Guard position is for a DEPUTY FINANCIAL MANAGER, Position Description Number T5134000and is part of the NJ USPFO, National Guard.

This job is open to

Federal employees - Excepted service

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

Clarification from the agency

CAT 5, All permanent, on-board, Title 5 Employees within USPFO organization

Duties

As a DEPUTY FINANCIAL MANAGER, GS-0505-12, you will:

  • Directs financial management policy in support of the ARNG installation.
  • Serves as a financial advisor and the technical expert to the state Adjutant General (AG), USPFO, senior staff management, major subordinate commands, and the Program Budget Advisory Council (PBAC).
  • Determines the significant impact of projected DOD, DA, NGB and other government programs affecting the state ARNG's fiscal policies. Implements appropriate courses of action as best suited for the state.
  • Serves as the certification officer for all ARNG disbursements and is pecuniary liable for these disbursements.
  • Develops, coordinates and organizes an integrated system of financial services, including budgeting, accounting, financial analysis, operational review, accounts payable, military pay, civilian pay, travel, government travel card program, and financial management reporting.
  • Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinates engaged in professional or other two-grade interval work.
  • Prepares quarterly resource management reports, monthly analysis of finance orders in relation to forecasting expenses and provides narrative explanation of the causes of variances between actual and budge objectives.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Additional Employment Requirements:

-Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

-May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

-Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

-Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

  • You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trial period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

  • Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately;
  • Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate difficult and complex programs;
  • Ability to develop, apply, and adjust financial plans and policies to attain agency objectives;
  • Ability to select, develop, and supervise a subordinate staff;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, not only with subordinate staff, but with all levels of key management officials, the latter particularly requiring the exercise of tact, ingenuity, and resourcefulness;
  • Ability to make oral and written presentations in a clear and concise manner;
  • Ability to apply a high level of sound and independent judgment in the solution of financial problems and in the administration of a financial management program;
  • A broad knowledge of agency operating programs;
  • A broad knowledge of and ability to utilize principles, methods, techniques, and systems of financial management
  • Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communication;
  • Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively;
  • Skilled in training, mentoring, and problem solving; and,
  • Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 36 months experience in the following:
  • Experience in managing funds through fiscal reporting and financial advisory services, to include budget formulation and execution, travel and commercial accounting, military and civilian payrolls, and financial systems applications.
  • An applicant needs to have a working knowledge of the duties associated with the United States Property and Fiscal Office and the certification requirements for installation funds.
  • Experience may include working with the Financial Management Board or addressing sensitive military or civilian entitlement issues. Competent in planning, implementing, and executing the financial programs directly associated with the objectives of the Adjutant General's Department and/or accomplishing federal military and state support missions.
  • Experience involved the receipt, accounting, collection, safeguarding, and disbursement of government appropriated funds or non-appropriated funds. The applicant requires competencies in the financial management policies that support ARNG military organizations and units.
  • Must have a working knowledge of statutory responsibilities in regard to financial obligations, accounting transactions, disbursement spending, and administrative control of allocated federal funds.
  • Experience may include determining financial and budget impacts; and, recommending courses-of-action in regard to addressing DoD, Department of Army, National Guard Bureau, Inter-Service, and/or non-DoD governmental programs that affected ARNG plans, policies, and missions.
  • Applicant must have competent skills in presenting accounting information, reporting methods, and/or analytic financial interpretations.
  • Experience included work that established or directed financial policies that ensured compliance with fiduciary responsibilities.

Education

None.

Additional information

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.

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).

IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

Telework

The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval.

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour.

Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet

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.

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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):

Financial Analysis, Financial Management and Reporting Analysis, and Manages Human Resources

Required Documents

Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date/time of this vacancy announcement will result in disqualification. Please review your application thoroughly prior to final submission to ensure all required documents are included. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does not automatically ensure their inclusion with your application in our system. You must verify that all documents are present within your application package before submitting.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, including the following:

1. Resume: Your resume may not exceed two pages and must include:

  • Your full name, current address, civilian email address, and telephone number.

  • Detailed work history, including job title, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, dates of employment (MM/YY), hours worked per week, and a comprehensive description of your duties and accomplishments.

  • Evidence supporting your eligibility and qualification claims. You are required to document this information within your resume.

  • If qualifying based on related unpaid experience (e.g., volunteer service), provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY).

  • For Federal service, include the series and grade of each position held.

  • Please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information to allow for a qualification determination.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010 - July 2019 or January 2006 - Present… followed by a detailed description of your experience and qualifications.

Important Notes Regarding Resumes:

  • Incomplete resumes will not be considered.

  • If you submit multiple resumes, only the most recently uploaded resume will be reviewed.

  • Do not copy and paste the job description or qualifications into your resume. Doing so will result in disqualification for plagiarism.

2. SF50 (if applicable): Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent (non-award) SF50. The SF-50 must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time-in-grade.

3. Proof of Required Credentials (if applicable): Submit proof of certification, license, clearance certificate, SRB, ORB, RIP, and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours and degree completion status) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined in this job opportunity announcement. If you are in the military (any service or component), you must submit proof (separate from your resume) verifying your current membership and rank/grade.

4. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable): Submit supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims, such as DD-214, SF-15, and medical information.

  • Important: If claiming Veterans' Preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of your preference.

    • 10-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," plus required supporting documentation.

    • 5-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a copy of your DD-214, including Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). Active duty personnel may submit a certification from their branch of service confirming expected discharge/release under honorable conditions within 120 days, including terminal leave start date, rank, and dates of service.

Resources for Veterans' Preference:

Important Reminders:

  • It is your responsibility to verify that all information and documents are received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You can verify document processing prior to the announcement closing. Allow up to one hour for virus scans.

  • Human Resources will not modify, change, or add anything to your application packet after the closing date.

  • Human Resources will not disclose your qualification status.

  • Incomplete application packages will not be considered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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.

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.

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.

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Agency contact information

Siena Wilson
Email
Siena.p.wilson.civ@army.mil
Address
NJ USPFO
Bldg 3601 Saylors Pond Road
Fort Dix, NJ 08640
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.