Qualifications
In describing your experience in your resume, please be clear and specific. Resume must clearly demonstrate experiences and competencies needed to fully perform the finance program work. Assumptions regarding your experience will not be made. Only experience gained by closing date of this position will be considered.
To qualify at the GS-07/09 grade level your resume must include relevant experience/education with beginning and ending dates reflecting the following:
General experience:
Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Skilled in apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; and the ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.
Specialized Experience:
GS-07: Must have fundamental working experiences with an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of financial administration and program requirements. At least 12 months (One year) of finance program experiences and competencies equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-05), Or equivalent experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to administrative fiscal, financial management, accounting or budget.
GS-07 knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) include: Basic knowledge of program analysis and practices, policies, functions, accounting, budgeting and resource management practices, methods and procedures. Basic knowledge of budget and accounting regulations, laws, directives, ledgers, and journals. Knowledge of business, financial and management principles and practices sufficient to assist in the administration of stakeholder organizations, budget and accounting methods and controls. Knowledge and skill in audit and internal control program to identify problem areas and determine the action required to improve operating program effectiveness and prevent waste, fraud and abuse. Knowledge of multi-organizational missions and functions, administrative regulations and operating procedures and program goals as they relate to the Organization. Knowledge of all major administrative support functions, such as supply, manpower management, budget, procurement, and personnel necessary for the day-to-day operation of organization. Knowledge and ability to present information orally and in writing to develop reports with recommendations to improve effectiveness and efficiency of work operations. Knowledge and ability to apply fact finding and investigative and evaluative techniques to issues related to the management of subordinate organizations. Competencies in self-management, resilience, teamwork, attention to details, creative thinking, integrity, honesty, and positive customer service skills.
OR,
One full year of graduate level education, or, superior academic achievement.
GS-09: Must have fundamental working experiences with an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of financial administration and program requirements. At least 12 months (One year) of finance program experiences and competencies equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-07),Or equivalent experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to administrative fiscal, financial management, accounting or budget.
GS-09 knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) include: Working knowledge of laws, DOD Directives, finance regulations and financial management and operating procedures relative to the entitlements and allowances related to the payment of military personnel, civilian personnel, vendors, and travelers. Knowledge of the overall DFAS mission and functions, operation, and relationships to other agencies to respond to special inquiries and task organizations for information and responses. Working knowledge of any of the following: the Defense Joint Military Pay Systems (DJMS) both active and reserve, Defense Travel System (DTS), MyPay, Defense Civilian Pay System (DCPS), Defense Enterprise and Accounting Management System (DEAMS), Defense Military Pay Office System (DMO), Automated Business Services System (ABSS), Air National Guard Reserve Orders Writing System (AROWS), Automated Time and Attendance Production System (ATAAPS), General Accounting Finance System (GAFS), Reserve Travel System (RTS), Defense Transaction Interface Module Systems (DTIMS), Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), Purchase Card Online System (PCOLS) and other financial systems as applicable. In order to perform studies related to management improvement, productivity improvement and management controls to analyze and evaluate criteria for the enhancement of all assigned Pay programs (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounts Payable, and Travel Pay). Ability to apply fact-finding and investigative techniques to perform studies and analysis of data and the ability to research and analyze directive and regulations to assess their impact on current and planned operational initiatives. Skill in preparing reports and in organizing and delivering briefings to managers to encourage understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Knowledge of the general ledger to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, and other accounts in support of various regulatory financial reports. A understanding of Financial Management rules and operating procedures, for example: knowledge of theories, regulations, current/revised guidance, management practices and policies regarding all facets of the financial program in order to provide feasible recommendations/advice to assist management officials in the decision-making process. Knowledge of regulations, principles, higher HQ directives and guidance pertaining to determination of financial requirements using a variety of methods. Knowledge of and skill in analytical reasoning and the ability to apply that skill to the identification, analysis and resolution of financial challenges. Must possess communication skills, show ability to convey thoughts and ideas both orally and in writing, and present a positive, professional image. Must be able to deal with sensitive issues involving Airmen, Civilians and Vendors. Competencies in self-management, resilience, teamwork, attention to details, creative thinking, integrity, honesty, and positive customer service skills.
OR,
Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or, 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or, LL.B or J.D., if related.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience. Education achievements are allowed as substitutions for the Specialized Experiences. Completed higher education undergraduate or graduate education, the awarded college degree should be in one of -or- be a combination of the following disciplines: Accounting, business, finance, economics, math, statistics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizational management.
Note: Transcript must be submitted with your application under supporting documents if using education to meet experience requirement.
Military Requirements:
This is a National Guard dual status technician position which requires military membership in the Texas National Guard.
Military Ranks: E-1/(AB) NTE E-6/(TSgt)
AFSC: 6F0X1, 65FX, 65WX, 6F071, 6F091, CROSS-TRAINEES ACCEPTED