Financial Resources Advisor

Job summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Financial Resource Advisor personally or through subordinates performing program planning, processing, execution analysis and technical work for DoD appropriations, program elements and elements of expense investment codes for a variety of HQ United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) programs.

Major duties

As the Financial Resource Advisor, performs Information Technology (IT) budget execution for multiple funds, analyses program data and prepares analytical and statistical reports to senior management in the CCJ6. Conducts analyses and reviews budget and/or related information. Reviews and assesses the long-term effects of budget guidelines, such as new or revised legislation, Programming Decision Memorandum (PDM), and Resource Management Decision (RMD) on CCJ6 programs. Provides advice, assistance, and guidance on budgeting and related information. Devises and recommends the adoption of procedures, implement budgetary processes, policies, and regulations issued by CENTCOM Comptroller. Performs budget formulation work for the CCJ6 involving preparation of detailed analyses and estimates of annual funding needs for one or more future budget years. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.

Qualification

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions GS series 0501. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery of the concept, principles, practices, law and regulations that apply to budgeting for a combatant command and expenditure of Federal funds. The employee is considered an authority on O&M, RDT&E, Procurement, and Working Capital Fund accounting. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of financial management career field with detailed knowledge of commonly used financial management methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes. 2. Knowledge of public policy issues related to IT financial management including Congressional, OMB, DoD, Joint and Service publications. 3. Knowledge of computerized budget systems. 4. Skill of analytical capability and be able to deal effectively with persons in other disciplines such as Program Management, Engineering, Contracting, Civilian Personnel, Manpower, Human Resources, as well with personnel in industry and officials at higher headquarters. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on budgetary processes/actions. 6. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to develop alternatives, and make recommendations and the ability to explore and present fully the man facets of a policy or budgetary issue. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organizations. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.