Summary
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking highly qualified individuals who are willing to meet the challenges of public service and support our mission. Our compensation package is comparable to the private sector. And we also offer a broad array of program activities to develop your career, such as: networking and training opportunities. At HUD, you'll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain insight into federal housing policy and community development.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Applicants must be current HUD Career or Career-Conditional employees.
Duties
The Senior Advisor for Financial Strategy and Policies reports to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) and serves the DCFO's principal advisor and is recognized as a technical expert in the execution and implementation of financial strategies and policies. The Senior Advisor for Financial Strategy and Policies is required to keep abreast of the OCFO's financial management issues which may have an impact on current or future missions and provide oversight, data analysis and recommendations for the CFO's programs.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts studies on matters of special and immediate concern to the DCFO in response to Departmental requests, Executive Orders, GAO requests, and Office of Management and Budget directives. Independently establishes parameters for assignments and develops project plans. Assignments involve in-depth analysis of interrelated facts and issues; the identification of different schools of thought; and interpretation of pertinent legislation, historical precedents, and resource implications.
- Provides oversight of audit remediation and monitors remediation progress, addresses program risks and escalated issues, approves Closure Packages for submission to the validating authority, and provides final direction on validation and remediation closure decisions.
- Participates in the success of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program and related projects which encompasses the full range of factors affecting program/project accomplishment:
- Identifying, diagnosing, and consulting on problem areas related to implementation and goal achievement and making decisions on alternative courses of action; provides internal reports on agency's ERM status that contain quantitatively and qualitatively rigorous analysis of key risks including credit, market, liquidity, operational, government and reputational risks as well as to meet external required reports to organizations such as Congress, and other governmental agencies Chief Risk Offices.
- Participates in the agency's operational risk portfolio by monitoring significant and emerging risks, providing strategic direction on risk response and mitigation, and ensuring enterprise operational risks are effectively tracked, reported, and communicated to senior leadership to support informed, risk-based decision-making.
- Gives sound advice on issues, decisions, and actions concerning OCFO's programmatic initiatives, to allow for the assessment of varying impacts and consequences of these decisions, as well as likely consequences of alternative determinations, and proposes optimum solutions to management concerns. Analyzes issues affecting accounting policies and procedures. Develops the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of policies and programs to improve on the execution of policies and standard operating procedures. Assists in the implementation of new initiatives and program enhancements.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Ability to complete personnel security vetting (i.e., investigation, evaluation, and adjudication).
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- Males must be registered with the Selective Service System. Visit www.sss.gov
- Financial Disclosure may be required.
- Will be required by P.L. 104-134 to have federal payments made by direct deposit.
Qualifications
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application must not exceed two (2) pages i.e., one (1) page double-sided or two (2 ) pages one-sided.
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, candidates must possess a minimum of one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to grade level GS-15. Specialized experience is defined as the demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the position, including progressively broad and complex experience directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) below.
MTQ 1: Demonstrated experience in the following areas: budgetary concepts; financial accounting and reporting; internal controls; cost accounting; and financial system implementation and operations in a large organization.
MTQ 2: Demonstrated experience in applying organizational guidance (equivalent to OMB Circular A-123, Management's Responsibility for Internal Control - Revised) to improve program effectiveness and results; establish internal controls; comply with laws, regulations, and organizational policies; and prospective analysis.
There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs).
Time-in-grade requirements do not apply to SL positions. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development strives to ensure that the public perceives HUD as a fair and equitable agency that administers its programs in an objective and impartial manner. As such, HUD is committed to its government ethics program which advises employees on applicable ethics laws and regulations designed to protect the agency against real and apparent conflicts of interest.
As a federal employee, you will be subject to the Standards of Ethical Conduct, and the U.S. criminal conflict of interest statutes. As a HUD employee, you will also be subject to the HUD Supplemental Ethics Regulations which includes restrictions on working in a real estate related business, and having Section 8 tenants, along with other prohibited interests and outside activities and employment. To review applicable ethics rules, including HUD specific rules, please visit https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/general_counsel/ethics.
Depending on your position, you may also be required to file a confidential financial disclosure report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of your appointment. Upon your new appointment, you will receive guidance regarding your ethics obligations. You will also be required to attend a mandatory ethics training within 3 months of your appointment. If you have any questions or concerns about the ethics requirements, please contact the Ethics and Appeals Division at email address: EthicsLawDivision@hud.gov
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire CompetencyBased Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
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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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 based on the quality and extent of accomplishments and experience as they relate to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). A minimum qualifications screening will be conducted by the Office of Executive Resources. Eligible applicants will then be evaluated by an executive rating and ranking panel composed of a diverse mix of senior executives selected from organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. The panel discusses each application and reaches consensus as to the "Highly Qualified" (top), "Well Qualified" (middle), or "Minimally Qualified" (bottom) category. Only the individuals in the Highly Qualified (top) category will be referred to the Hiring Manager / Selection Official for interview. Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation.
Your resume should be clear and concise and show a level of accomplishment and a degree of responsibility. We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants:
1. Screen for Eligibility and Minimum Requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including any minimum education and/or experience required for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible.
2. Ranking and Rating: You will be evaluated by an Executive Rating and Ranking panel based on your two (2) page resume and how well it demonstrates the required qualifications. Your resume must clearly substantiate the MTQs; if it does not, your application will be deemed ineligible.
3. Referral: If you are among the Highly Qualified (best qualified) candidates, your application will be referred to the hiring manager / selecting official for consideration and possible interview.
If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (i.e., eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must be rated and ranked in the "well qualified" category to receive special selection priority.
Required Documents
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
1. Resume. Submit a resume to describe your qualifications, ensure the MTQs are . Consult USAJOBS - How do I write a resume for a federal job The applicant's two (2) page resume must address evidence of necessary level of skills, characteristics, qualities, and technical competence which indicate successful performance in this Senior Level position. Applicants who fail to show evidence of the MTQs in their resume will not be forwarded for further consideration.
2.SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. If you are a current or former Federal employee, you must submit a Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) that that reflects your grade/step (e.g., a Within-Grade Increase or Promotion/Reassignment), and career or career-conditional tenure in the competitive service.
3. CTAP Eligibility Documentation:
- A copy of your RIF separation notice; notice of proposed removal for declining a directed geographic relocation outside of the local commuting area; a Certificate of Expected Separation ; or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, or a notice of eligibility for discontinued service retirement.
- A copy of your most recent performance appraisal and SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" noting current position, grade/band level, promotion potential, and duty location.
4. For members of the SES - if you are a current member of the SES, you must provide an SF-50 documenting your appointment, as well as an SF-50 showing satisfactory completion of the SES Probationary Period. You must also provide an SF-50 demonstrating proof of previous career/career conditional appointment in the competitive service.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED DOCUMENTS
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last five (5) years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Noncareer SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information on your resume.
Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to HUD employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet CTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position (obtain a score of 85 or higher on assessments); and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility. For more nformation: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.
How to Apply
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/05/2026 to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
1. Click the Apply Online button.
2. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
3. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/05/2026 .
4. If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice.
5. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
6. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
7. Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
8. Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused.
For more general information, system requirements, reasonable accommodation information, and to request assistance regarding the USA Hire Assessments, review the following resources: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=USA_Hire_Assessments
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: HUD provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Executive Resources listed in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious, or Fraudulent StatementsAnything you claim in the occupational questionnaire or in your resume may be subject to verification. By completing the electronic application process, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith. Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action.
Extraneous documents provided with your application package will not be considered.
Next steps
You will receive notification that your application has been received. Applicants who meet the mandatory requirements for the MTQs will be considered qualified for this position. Rating and ranking to determine the "Best Qualified" will be conducted by a panel of experts and will be based upon consideration of the degree to which applicants meet the mandatory requirements as described in the vacancy announcement. Interviews and qualifications inquiries may be required. To check the status of your application for this position, please login to your USAJOBS account, select the "Applications" tab section and click on the vacancy that you have already applied to.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.