Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to: Serve as an International Financial Analyst in the AFSAT Financial Management Directorate.

Duties

Manages the international financial and budget execution of a variety of appropriated funds and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases related to Air Force Security Assistance Training (AFSAT) programs. Performs analysis and reconciliation of system mismatches, determines resolution, and ensures appropriate recording of transactions. Conducts FMS Line and case closures, prepares status reports, conducts initial financial reconciliation and analysis activities, and provides up-to-date financial data essential for accurate and effective management of AFSAT financial programs. Certifies availability or funds for a variety of Security Assistance/Cooperation and AFSAT programs Computes cost information for international training requirements and prepares financial documents relevant to the programs assignment(s) AND Develops official correspondence. messages, items of interest, staff summaries, and talking papers relative to assigned programs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Incumbent is subject to a background investigation
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Should posses skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with colleagues counterparts in various USG agencies high-ranking foreign representatives and representatives of diverse cultures and be able to utilize tact and diplomacy on all occasions
• This is a Financial Management Level 2 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 certification program
• Safeguards classified or sensitive financial related information and files
• Employee may be required to work overtime at various times during the year, sometimes on short notice, based on organizational requirements
• Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station on a military or commercial aircraft is required
• Employee may be required to perform extended/long-term and/or Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY) tours in foreign nations to accomplish assigned duties
• Employee may be required to possess, or obtain, and maintain a current passport
• Should participate in annual Career Field Force Development process an programs
• Employee must meet mandatory standards of experience and training and must participate in the squadron-training plan
• Employee must meet the education/experience requirements IAW OPM guidelines for the Financial Administration and Program Series 0501 Occupational Series
• https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0500/financial-administration-and-program-series-0501/

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-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes detailed intensive knowledge of policies, procedures, and precedents, goals, objectives, regulations, and guidelines of a functional area; intensive knowledge of the organizational structure and functions of the agency; detailed knowledge of budgeting policies, regulations, procedures, and administrative financial management systems; and basic knowledge of information technology software and hardware. OR EDUCATION: Successfully Completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M if related. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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 generally accepted accounting and budget principles, practices, and techniques, to perform work assignments independently regarding financial transactions for AFSAT international training programs funded using foreign military sales (FMS) and U.S appropriated funding from Title 10 and Title 22 programs, to include managing and processing reimbursements to a number or diverse and complex training provider appropriations. Knowledge application, and ability to train others on DoD and USAF Financial Management and security assistance training management systems; including but not limited to: General Accounting and Finance System Base Level (GAFS-BQ), Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management (DEAMS), Security Assistance Network (SAN Web), etc. and understanding how to process, record, research, and correct financial transactions in diverse funding sources and appropriations Knowledge and understanding of how to research and apply federal appropriation, and fiscal laws, federal (DoD, Department of the State (DoS) USAF, etc.) regulations, and other regulatory and directive guidance to control and execute appropriated, foreign military sales, and federal grant funding. AND Knowledge application, and ability to train others to analyze , examine, and correct discrepancies in funds execution transactions and documents (hard copy and/or electronic) and determine if documents are accurate and complete prior to processing forward. Knowledge of application of standard desktop computer system (e.g. Microsoft office and Web based applications) software used to record and store data, send and receive communications, and prepare financial worksheets, student reports, and financial ledgers. Knowledge and ability to apply and train analytical methods and techniques to calculate costs, identify trends, estimate requirements, and track/review financial data using a variety of worksheets and systems and produce reports and briefings with recommendations as required to support decision making based on data analysis AND ability to effectively participate in meetings in order to advise decision makers on regulatory requirements, policies, interpretation of data, and program requirements. Ability and skills to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to interpret and clarify information and guidance to financial and training program managers, training mission support technicians, DFAS-DE personnel, and U.S. and international customers external to AFSAT. 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 JBSA Randolph AFB 550 D Street East JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]