Financial Specialist Security Clearance

Position: FINANCIAL SPECIALIST with Security Clearance
Duties
* Formulates plans and provides managerial expertise regarding all aspects of operations throughout the Directorate
* Applies broad, comprehensive knowledge of functional policies, procedures, and techniques to perform complex studies and/or reviews to interpret broad and complex policies and procedures.
* Attends and actively participates in meetings and other special events conducted by the CFO
* Manages Human Resources needs for the Resource Management Directorate Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship
* Background Investigation
* Suitable for Federal Employment
* Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
* Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification
* This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
* Vacancy Information:
Position is located in {{Insert location}} Qualifications This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received.

Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.. Applicants MUST have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree (examples include: Finance, Accounting, Management, Actuarial Science, or related), in addition to meeting Office of Personnel Management (OPM) minimum qualification requirements. Substitution of combination of education and experience must still, in conjunction, minimally satisfy the DHA qualification requirement.

Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe this in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient. To be hired at the GS-14, applicants must minimally have:
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of a GS-13 within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
* Specialized experience is defined as: acting as a key advisor and operational expert for the high-level employees. Ensuring the directorate runs smoothly by understanding and interpreting policies, developing and revising procedures, and providing guidance on a wide range of administrative and operational issues. Communicating with high-level stakeholders, both within and outside the organization. Ability to work efficiently by analyzing work methods, manpower utilization, and administrative practices.

Volunteer

Experience:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date.

If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination.

For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements. Education Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience requirements for each grade level are listed in the Qualifications section above. This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 3 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM)…