About the Position: Serve as a Threat Finance Analyst for Special Operations Command South (SOCSOUTH) coordinating the Department of Defense Counter Threat Finance Program in the South American Area of Responsibility in relation to SOF operational and training activities; Assist in the implementation of the National Action Plan to Combat Terrorist Financing, which responds to the national security threat posed by international terrorist funding. This position is located in Homestead, Florida.

Duties

Responsible for the development of theater-wide Counter Threat Finance intelligence research, collection plans, reporting guidance, and the organization of activities for the collection and dissemination of Threat Finance intelligence data. Develops command-policy for countering Threat Finance activities based on analysis of raw and finished intelligence from multiple U.S. and foreign sources. Advise and assist the U.S. SOCSOUTH staff in the development of long-term Counter Threat Finance operations with emphasis at the operational (regional) level; maintaining the capability to initiate short notice operations against emerging targets. Develop innovative approaches for the U.S integrating Threat Finance C3I matters. Assist in the development of CTF specific language for inclusion/integration into joint publication and planning documents. Ensure security procedures and regulations are strictly adhered to in the processing of classified materials; AND interacts with internal and external officials, usually diplomatic, persuading and promoting professional working relationships. Plans, organizes, and coordinates the Department of Defense (DoD) Counter Threat Finance Program for SOCSOUTH, in accordance with regulatory guidelines, within the SOUTHCOM area of operations (AOR). Oversee operational threat finance requirements and collaborate with subordinate commands, other TSOCs, Combatant Commands, U.S. Government and Non-Government Organizations, and high-level officials from banking industry and law enforcement agencies. Provides finance specific analytical support and is responsible for all activities associated with identifying, detecting, targeting and interdicting terrorists and/or illicit criminal financial activities. Synchronizes U.S. SOCSOUTH Counter Threat Finance analytical activities with the financial counterparts in the banking/finance, academic, scientific, and other non-governmental sectors in efforts to counter terrorist financing activities.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top-Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• A pre-employment and recurring background investigation that includes contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service are required.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position requires the incumbent to possess, or obtain and maintain, a valid regular or official U.S. Passport.
• This is a Term position scheduled to last 2 years. A term position may be extended to a maximum of six years depending upon the needs of management.
• Term employment is subject to a one-year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• Will be required to travel 25% of the time. Travel to other MACOMs may occur several times a year.
• Travel to various offices throughout Army South, USSOCOM, and to USSOUTHCOM AOR may be required for briefings, meetings, and conferences. Travel requirements may also be required to Central and South American and Caribbean countries.
• Subject to no notice call-ins during non-duty hours during crisis action, contingency deployments, and other short notice operations.
• SOF or TSOC experience desired but not required.
• Proficiency in Spanish and familiarity with the USSOUTHCOM AOR is desired but not required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActPeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service which includes experience in, but not limited to, experience with counter Threat Finance (CTF) Policy as well as authorities and responsibilities of CTF under National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA); experience in analyzing and planning actions on or effects against financial support networks that are associated with and/or facilitating terrorist networks, and understanding the intelligence process of the organization and its relation to Special Operations Forces community. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Administration and ManagementConcepts, Policies, and Principles of FinanceFinancial Management AnalysisPlanning and Evaluating Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12). Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and minimum qualification requirements prescribed by OPM within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Separated Military Members: Resumes will be accepted from members of the Armed Forces who indicate in their applications that they are available for appointment within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Military members may be appointed while on terminal/transitional leave, before the effective date of their military retirement/separation. Military Retirees: A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a civilian position in DoD (including a non-appropriated fund position) within 180 days after retirement and are subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326 or 5 U.S.C. 5305.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address FR-APF-W4RAAA SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND - SOUTH DO NOT MAIL Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk