Military Pay Technician Job in Peterson AFB, CO

Vacancy No. AF-FY25-6T-NH-0560-3-SPLASH Department Space Training and Readiness Command
Salary $90,961.00 to $140,616.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/2/2025 Close Date 9/9/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Peterson AFB, CO


Summary

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Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters (HQ) Enterprise Talent Management Office (ETM) at Peterson Space Force Base is searching for a Military Pay Technician (NH-0560-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent).

Description:
Shape the future of the United States Space Force as a Military Resource Advisor and Military Pay Expert! This pivotal role within the Guardian Support Management Office (GSMO) offers a unique opportunity to pioneer financial strategies and resource integration for Guardians serving in part-time USSF missions. Be at the forefront of this new frontier, directly impacting the success of space operations by ensuring optimal resource allocation and Guardian well-being. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and a drive to make a tangible difference, join us as we forge the path forward in national defense.

The ideal candidate for this Financial Management Level 1 Certified (FMC01) position (Career Field ID: C) is a highly skilled financial professional prepared to provide comprehensive support for part-time work roles, advise HQ on budget forecasting/constraints, and execute the USSF budget pertaining to military pay and end-strength. They will possess comprehensive knowledge of military pay specializations, financial management, data systems, and federal debt collection; a strong understanding of safety/security regulations and financial systems; proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and the capacity to expertly interpret and apply military pay regulations. Furthermore, the ideal candidate is capable of handling sensitive information securely, is willing to travel if required, and is flexible with their work schedule to accommodate potential overtime, all while adhering to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012 certification program requirements.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of a large body of complex rules, regulations, laws, and procedures for one or more military pay specializations and financial management; the data system(s) used to support military pay actions; and federal debt collection rules and regulations.
2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of financial systems and concepts.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
4. Ability to interpret/apply regulations and procedures related to military pay.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
  • PCS is not authorized. Incentives are not authorized.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • This is a Financial Management Level 1 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d.
  • Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
  • May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
  • May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
  • Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 30 days per year.
  • This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.

Qualifications

The 0560 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): 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. Click here for more information.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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.

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that provides:

  1. Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
  2. Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
  3. Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
    • Job title
    • Detailed duties and accomplishments
    • Employer's name and address
    • Supervisor's name and phone number
    • Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
    • Hours per week
    • Salary, if applicable
  4. Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

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

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Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Address
USSF - Space Training and Readiness Command
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US

Next steps

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