MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least two years of specialized experience, defined as progressively responsible experience in or closely related to the work of the position that has provided the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. This would include experience in the functional areas of financial management and administration, including budget, accounting, auditing, and/or financial reporting that provided knowledge of the rules, regulations, and terminology associated with financial administration.
Educational Substitution for consideration: Completion of requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one of the following superior academic achievement requirements.
- An overall "B" grade point average equaling 2.9 or better of a possible 4.0;
- Standing in the upper third of the class;
- A "B+" (3.5) average or better in the major field of study, such as business or public administration, human resources management, industrial relations, or psychology; or,
- Election to a membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societies meeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies, other than Freshman Honor Societies, or,
- Completion of one academic year (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) of graduate study in an accredited university in a field closely related to the subject matter of the position.
COURT PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
A bachelor's degree in accounting or financial management is preferred. Experience in a federal court or legal setting is desired but not required. The successful candidate will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, and unquestioned integrity with a positive 'can do' attitude.
Additionally, preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
- Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles,
- Extensive knowledge of financial systems and how to use automated systems to perform day-to-day activities,
- Skill and accuracy in working with numerical calculations,
- Ability to troubleshoot errors and probable causes,
- Extensive knowledge of fiscal reconciliation,
- Knowledge of standards and objectives of internal controls,
- Skill in preparing financial reports, and in monitoring and reconciling invoices, vouchers, records of payment, accounts, and ledgers,
- Extensive knowledge of budgeting guidelines, including allocation formulas and processes,
- Ability to independently analyze and review accounts and financial operations and develop recommendations for improvements,
- Skill in preparing and analyzing budgets, spending plans and statistical reports,
- Skill in recognizing financial and operating trends and developing recommendations that address the issues identified,
- Skill in researching, analyzing, and resolving financial operational problems, and
- Extensive knowledge of and skill related to procurement and contracting officer duties.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Compensation will be set based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate subject to the policies and guidelines set forth in the Court Personnel System (CPS). Although Federal Government Civil Service classifications/regulations do not apply, court employees are entitled to similar benefits as other Federal Government employees. These benefits include participation in the Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS), a three- tier system which includes the Social Security Retirement Program, a basic pension benefit, and the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401k plan with employer matching contributions), as well as Federal Employees' Health, Dental and Vision Benefits, Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program, Flexible Benefits Program, paid holidays and annual/sick leave accrual. See the United States Courts website for an overview of Federal Judiciary benefits.