Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. To serve as the Air Force Security Assistance Account lead Functional Budget Analyst to perform technical work in support of management analysis. The purpose of which is to evaluate and improve the accuracy, completeness, and accountability of financial processes and accounting records.

Duties

Performs financial functional lead duties involving detailed analysis of annual and/or multi-year with Security Assistance Account (SAA) budget execution processes for the Chief, Programming and Resources Division. Provides guidance, direction, and coordinates the activities associated with SAA accounting and finance systems, including projects to be undertaken cooperatively with other functional areas. Provides strategy and direction for Air Force-wide Change Management and Knowledge Management Initiatives. Participates and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff service functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned programs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Work requires travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Incumbent may be required to perform TDY to meet mission needs and to use government quarters when considered by the orders approving officials to be the most advantageous to the government.
• Incumbent may be required to file Confidential Employment and Financial Statement.
• This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this program.
• This position is part of the Security Cooperation Workforce; the incumbent is required to meet/maintain certification requirements.

Qualifications

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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Mastery of the concepts, principles, laws, and regulations of financial management and the relationship of various financial management programs throughout the agency. Mastery of developing, recommending, and implementing budgetary and financial policies to all levels of the Air Force. Comprehensive and expert knowledge of Air Force and Department of Defense organizational structure, functions, policies, concepts and procedures with particular emphasis on areas of existing expertise, (e.g. financial Management). Comprehensive knowledge of Congress, the legislative process, Department of Defense directives, Government Accountability Office, Department of Defense Inspector General, Air Force Audit Agency and Air Force instructions, policies, procedures, and requirements necessary to formulate and justify guidance and monitor the areas assigned. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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: Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques to apply management principles, concepts and methodologies, and financial management directives, concepts, procedures, guidance and policy. Knowledge of the organization, programs, missions and functions of the agency's organizations to conduct studies and determine innovative solutions to complex cross-functional problems. Skill in applying analytical and evaluate techniques for the identification, consideration and resolution of the issues of problems concerning the efficiency, effectiveness and cost of program operations. Skill in planning, directing, leading, mentoring and motivating project team members to conduct comprehensive organizational analyses/studies of a wide diversity of organizations to review processes and conduct extensive analysis of processes to substantiate change to organizational dynamics and increase knowledge transfer. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address HQ USAF and Support Elements - Pentagon 1720 Air Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]