THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a DEFENSE TRAVEL ADMINISTRATOR, Position Description Number PDT5129000 and is part of the MA ARNG USPFO Comptroller Division, National Guard. This is a Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: Ms. Alisa Flynn at 339-202-3825.

Duties

1. Serves as the, Financial Defense Travel System Administrator (FDTSA) subject matter expert (SME), Defense Travel System (DTS) for the USPFO, and the state ARNG including its supported units. Responsible for authorizing and setting up the correct lines of accounting for payment of Government funds. Performs a variety of analytical, technical, and administrative work for substantive programs and support activities. These programs are funded through a number of sources such as reimbursable accounts and transfer of funds between organizations. Program and funding are unpredictable and subject to change throughout the fiscal year. This necessitates making frequent adjustments to budget estimates to different DoD organizations through the cross organization. Responsible for the control and coordination of all required actions to support successful deployments, operation and management of DTS for all military soldiers and Civilian employees using guidelines that often lack specificity due to changing mission requirements, i.e. changing travel destinations while en-route, delaying travel and foreign travel requirements. Functions include liaison between the USPFO/state ARNG and Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Project Management Office (PMO-DTS), regarding the functional use of DTS, monitoring and maintenance of DTS as well as identifying and analyzing problem areas, etc. Serves as the on-site subject matter expert for resolving especially difficult or sensitive problems with unit DTS. Provides analysis regarding the various accounting methods, procedures and techniques to validate DTS transactions. Performs various accounting, budget, and financial support related duties as ARNG DTS travel regulations are not completely standardized due to complex mission requirements. Performs various accounting system applications to resolve problems of processed transactions on existing transaction records to modify automated processes in existing accounts. 30%

Requirements

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• PCS expenses will not be paid.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless approved by TAG.
• THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT LEVEL 2 Certified position. This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open only to onboard technicians/federal employees within the Massachusetts National Guard. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work experience that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have have at least 1 year equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7). Must have fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. 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 months/years. 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.

Contacts

• Address MA ARNG USPFO Comptroller Division 2 Randolph Road Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 US
• Name: MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
• Email: [email protected]