Duties
Plans, directs and supervises the budget formulation efforts of the Air Force in the above appropriations, and in this capacity serve as the Air Force Budget Investment focal point. Develops definitive and detailed estimates of financing requirements of numerous program alternatives and combinations of alternatives utilizes in the formulation of the final approved Air Force program. This involves the development of two separate and distinct but compatible budget estimates, i.e., the Air Force budget expressed in appropriation terms and a budget arrayed in the Future Years Defense Program (FYDP) format of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting System (PPBS). Plans and directs the development of definitive estimates for an extended period for the individual weapon and support systems that comprise Program Elements across the FYDP.
The Director provides continuous improvement of the financial management systems to insure maximum utilization of available resources and to facilitate the relating of capital investments and other costs to weapon systems, tasks and missions. Plans, directs, and supervises the development of data to aid in the proper assessment of cost and effectiveness of alternate programs. This permits the Department of the Air Force and the Department of Defense management to make crucial decisions as to the major forces and weapon systems required to accomplish the Air Force mission. Plans, directs and coordinates the activities of the Directorate in ensuring effective utilization of available resources and correlating investment costs to procured weapon systems, MILCON, MFH, BRAC, and FMs; evaluating budget execution performance and identifying key programmatic and funding issues; participating with the Air Staff in formulation of composite policies and objectives in achieving the best balance between dollar availability among multi-year appropriations and scope of program; assuring consistency of policies between the diversified appropriation and budget activities; developing data to aid in the assessment of cost and effectiveness of alternate programs.
Plans, directs and coordinates the activities of the Directorate in the Air Force's Enhanced Corporate Structure to achieve and maintain the proper balance between program levels and available financing. Incumbent will serve as Chairperson of the Investment Budget Review Committee (IBRC), which conducts an in-depth analysis of all investment programs. Presents recommendations to the Air Force Board to best realign investment resources and defend those resources based on the IBRC analysis of budget execution and/or program executability. Plans, directs and supervises the preparation and submission of authorization requests and budget estimates to the Office, Secretary of Defense (OSD), Office of Management and Budget (0MB), Armed Services and Appropriations Committees of the Congress; the preparation of justification material for support of these annual authorizations and budget estimates; and the preparation of material for inclusion of the President's Annual Budget Message to Congress.
Plans, directs, supervises and coordinates the presentation and defense of authorization and Directs and supervises the execution of the budget in such a manner as to improve the stature and standards of the Air Force through the effective expenditure of these multi-billion dollar appropriations. Directs and supervises the review of the USAF policies and objectives pertaining to the various appropriations to assure consistency and conformance to the Air Force objectives, and to achieve and maintain the proper balance between program level and available financing.
Establishes broad guidance and supervises the development of apportionment requests and backup material in defense thereof to obtain release of funds appropriated by Congress, and for the defense of these requests before OSD and 0MB. The Director supervises the control and distribution of appropriated and apportioned funds to appropriate commands, operating agencies, and PEO' s 'and the administration of these appropriations to insure conformance with legal requirements. Directs continuing efforts to improve the accuracy and creditability of estimates and the management of all resources; directs a continuing evaluation of the use and relationship of resources required for various program elements in terms of need and time. This involves field visits, meetings and conferences with the major operating commands and other agencies, as well as advising and guiding Air Staff efforts along these lines. Directs and supervises financial management of Security Assistance Activities (SAA) which includes policy and procedures, budgeting, International Cooperative Programs and Non-recurring Cost Recoupment.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement
- Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
- Position has been designated Critical-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
- Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
- Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
- An initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
- Attendance to the Air Force's Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) is generally required within 12 months of appointment, subject to course availability.
- Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
- Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.
Qualifications
Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations.
In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the application package.
A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification Requirements:This is a Financial Management Level (Level 3) Certified position IAW NDAA 2012 and DoDI 1300.26. The incumbent of the position shall comply with the requirements of this certification program. Executives occupying FM designated positions must complete the required certification no later than two years from notification of the requirement.
Business-FM Advanced (CAP):
1. This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless specifically waived by the appropriate component official (i.e., the Director of Acquisition Career Management for the Component, the Service Acquisition Executive, or the Service Secretary), the following are statutorily mandated requirements (Reference 10 U.S.C. 1731 and 1737):
a. Ten (10) years acquisition experience in an AWF position, at least 4 years of which was performed while assigned to a CAP.
b. Selectee must execute, as a condition of employment, a written agreement to remain in federal service in this position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment.
c. Selectee must meet Advanced level certification requirements in Business - Financial Management or must be able to meet Advanced certification within 4 years (48 months) of assignment.
d. Selectee must have 6 years in acquisition financial management leadership billet (within acquisition major program office, PEO, or Service/Component/HQ/equivalent level).
e. Selectee must meet 80 hours of continuous learning requirements within the designated timeframe (80 hours of continuing learning (CL) every 2 years (with a goal of engaging in 40 hours annually))
.B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management and must demonstrate the TQs in the resume or you will be found ineligible.
1. Demonstrated expert knowledge and experience in the DAF corporate PPBES process regarding financial matters related to developing, acquiring & sustaining weapon systems.
2. Demonstrated Resource and Fiscal Management in budget analysis, and budget construction, and Presidents Budget (PB) development and interaction on all budget programming issues with at least two of the following: (1) Combatant Commands, (2) MAJCOMs, (3) Agencies, (4) Program Offices, and (5) Joint Staff/Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD).
In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives.
Education
Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. A master's degree in an appropriate technical field (accounting, business, etc) or management is highly desired.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
SALARY: $161,128.00 - $207,500.00 per annum. (Air Force Tier 1) SES members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons.
SES members are eligible for Performance-Based Salary increases and/or bonuses. This is a SES Career Reserved position and is assigned a precedence priority code of DV-6/ Brig Gen, Tier 1 for protocol purposes.
MOBILITY: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES and DISES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES and DISES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.
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.
Applications will be evaluated against the qualifications requirements. Failure to meet any one of the Mandatory Technical or Executive Core Qualifications standards will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.
Candidates will be evaluated for this position by a screening panel composed of senior executives and/or general officers selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. The panel discusses each application and reaches consensus as to the Best Qualified, Qualified or Not Qualified candidates. Only the Best Qualified candidates will be interviewed. The panel will then make a recommendation of those Best Qualified candidates who should be referred to the selecting official, in priority order. Final selection is contingent upon the Air Force Executive Resources Board, the Under Secretary of the Air Force and OPM Quality Review Board (QRB) Certification.
REMINDER: Before uploading your required PDF documents (Resume, Technical Qualification narrative), please ensure they DO NOT EXCEED the noted page limits.
Required Documents
To receive full consideration, each applicant must submit the MANDATORY documents in the format as designated. Packages that do not include all of the required documents or meet format and length requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
**************ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE UPLOADED IN PDF FORMAT*******************
The Qualifications Documents must be formatted using Times New Roman, size 12 font, with 1-inch margins. Do not use borders, provide photos, or list a Social Security Number on any of the Qualifications Documents. DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS.
A. (Mandatory) Resume in the preferred format (Limit 2 Pages Total). Upload in PDF format. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
B. (Mandatory, if applicable) Most recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, noting the current position, grade level, and salary of current civilian government employees or last position, grade level, and salary of former or retired civilian government employees.
C. (Mandatory, if applicable) Military: Retired - a copy of your DD214 and/or Retirement orders; Active Duty - a copy of your statement of service showing that you expect to be honorably discharged or released from the armed forces under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after submitting your application. PLEASE NOTE: you will be ineligible for consideration if your statement of service is not submitted with your application or it shows an expected discharge or release date greater than 120 days from the date of the submission of the certification. Documents are required.
D. (Optional) Most recent completed Performance Appraisal (current and/or former federal employees) or Performance Report (OPR or EPR). For applicants in the private sector, please provide a copy of your equivalent Evaluation Report.
E. (Optional) College transcript(s) (copy is acceptable) which demonstrates the acceptable combinations of education and experience as noted by OPM.
How to Apply
Please follow the below instructions to submit applications. Any applications received that do not include all of the required documents or do not meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/03/2025.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
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Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
PREFERRED RESUME FORMAT (Limit 2 pages/Times New Roman 12-font) (Do Not Use the USAJOBS Resume Builder) - Please submit a typewritten resume (upload as a PDF), including the following information:
Job Information: Announcement number (MRL2025-30009) and title of the position to which you are applying.
Personal Information: Full name, mailing address (with zip code), day and evening phone numbers (with area code) and complete e-mail address where you would like to receive correspondence regarding your application. **PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER**
Active-Duty/Retired Military: State highest rank held, date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement, (e.g., Colonel/June 2006/December 2014). NOTE: IAW 5 U.S.C. 3326, a 180-day waiver will be required for retired or retiring members of the armed forces during the period of 180 days immediately after retirement. Please note: you will be ineligible for consideration if your statement of service is not submitted with your application or it shows an expected discharge or release date greater than 120 days from the date of the submission of the certification.
Education: Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Work Experience: Give the following information for your paid and non-paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying: (Do not send job descriptions)
- Starting and ending dates (month and year)
- Job title (for government position, include civilian series and grade or military rank)
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number, please indicate if we may contact your current supervisor
- Salary (current)
HELPFUL HINTS FOR YOUR RESUME:
- Reflect on the TQs/ECQs and think about how your past experiences and education relate to each.
- Read the vacancy announcement carefully.
- Adhere to the 2-page limitation (in PDF format and 12 point font) - Quantify your accomplishments. * Applicants should focus on recency of experience - Recruitment Panels, Executive Resources Boards, and Hiring Officials may consider experience over 10 years outdated.
References:Provide the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for this position. Please do not list supervisors already listed above.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify this office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
SAF/MRL CONTACT INFORMATION: Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Charles Andrews at charles.andrews.14@us.af.mil
Next steps
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