This position is with the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The position is in the Region 5, Chicago Regional Office, Administrative Programs Unit. Selectee will be expected to report to the Chicago, IL, Regional Office. This position is inside the bargaining unit. A writing sample may be required, as part of the interview process.

Duties

The incumbent serves as an accountant and expert technical resource person, responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating all financial management activities within Region 5, including budget preparation and analysis, and accounting issues, policies, and problems. The incumbent also serves as the financial grants administrator. Major Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Works with OSHA grantee management personnel to advise and audit the State Plan 23(g), State Consultation 21(d), and Susan Harwood training grant program. Plans, develops, administers and manages the financial side of the region's grant program. Coordinates negotiation of new grants, agreements and contracts at the beginning of the fiscal year. Conducts on-site audits and aids in the final preparation of the grant, agreement or contract. Monitors grantee recipients on financial and administrative management requirements. Identifies weaknesses and deficiencies in grantee's systems while working with grantee staff to correct problems and enhance accountability of their financial management system. Participates, consults, and advises auditors during on-site audits performed by DOL auditors. Follows up on audit team recommendations and initiates policy to correct deficiencies. Prepares formal report at audit's conclusion for management personnel. Reviews, analyzes and edits budget estimates of Area Offices. Provides guidance to regional and area office management analysts regarding the formulation, presentation and execution of the annual regional operating budget. Negotiates with the OSHA National Office, regional managers, and area directors to determine the amount of funding and staffing allowances for the regional operating budget. Exercises budget controls through review, analysis and approval of the obligation and expenditure of funds for management and administrative purposes. Provides formal and informal fiscal training to managers, staff and grant recipients to help them better fulfill their financial responsibilities. Makes recommendations in response to changes in programs, emergencies, staffing level or available funds.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.
• Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.

Qualifications

You must meet the Specialized Experience to qualify for Financial Management Specialist, as described below. Specialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. For GS-13: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal Service. Qualifying specialized experience for the GS-13 includes, but is not limited to: Accounting, auditing, budgetary management and/or budget analysis experience. Having knowledge of accounting and auditing methods. Formulating budget requests and cost estimates to support programs. Conducting financial analyses and researching financial data. Participating in and/or conducting financial audits. Reviewing and analyzing accounting/auditing reports and briefing management regarding findings and required actions. Providing advice and guidance regarding accounting, financial management, and/or travel management issues.

Education

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience at the GS-13.

Contacts

• Address Occupational Safety and Health Administration 200 Constitution Avenue NW Washington, DC 20210 US
• Name: Susie Quinn
• Phone: 617-788-2814
• Email: [email protected]