Who may apply: Current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants and current DFAS VRA employees. The duty station of these positions will be assigned at the time of a job offer and pay will be set in accordance with the duty station. Any on-site requirements will be determined by the duty station assigned upon selection.

Duties

Interprets Travel regulations and other directives pertinent to policies, principles, requirements, practices, methods, and techniques for determining entitlement to various elements Reviews specific travel problems to determine the underlying factors and submit findings and/or fact-based opinions to higher authorities Communicates and distributes planned changes that affect travel orders and the payment of travel claims prompted by the Integrated Automated Travel System (IATS), and Defense Travel System (DTS). Performs extensive research and analysis of complex and disputed Travel debts of active duty, out-of-service and/or retired personnel submitted for compliance to regulatory procedures. Serves as liaison between finance/disbursing offices and/or travelers in preparation of request for decisions by the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals on matters pertaining to travel entitlements. The duties, described above, represent the major duties performed at the GS-11 level. The duties performed for developmental positions will be of limited scope and complexity to develop skills, proficiency, and work experience.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S Citizen or National
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Time in Grade Requirement - see the Qualifications field below for more details.
• Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification
• New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.
• We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.

Qualifications

You may need to send proof of education or of certification to be considered for this position. Click here for more information on who must submit documentation at the time of application and what documentation is acceptable: Transcripts and Certifications. GS-7 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-5 if applying for GS-7) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. GS-07 Specialized Experience is Defined As: Experience in researching and resolving problems related to travel pay questions and/or issues; assisting in analyzing reports and data from financial systems to identify issues and discrepancies. GS-9 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-7 if applying for GS-9) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. GS-09 Specialized Experience is Defined As: Experience with financial laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to post pay reviews of Travel Pay to identify improper payments; process or compute Travel Pay actions; and provide technical guidance related to Travel Pay issues. GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-9 if applying for GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. GS-11 Specialized Experience is Defined As: Analyzing financial and accounting operations to recommend process improvements; monitoring and evaluating financial systems to identify weaknesses and ensure compliance with internal controls; and analyzing the impact of applicable laws and regulations on an organization's financial policies, operations and systems and recommending changes to maintain compliance. Time-in-Grade: Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. To be considered for the GS-7, applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-5 or higher in the Federal service. To be considered for the GS-9, applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-7 or higher in the Federal service. To be considered for the GS-11, applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-9 or higher in the Federal service.

Education

GS-07 Substitution of Education for Experience: One full year of graduate level education or Superior Academic Achievement (http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp) may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).

GS-9 Substitution of Education for Experience: Two full years of progressively higher level graduate education, Master's or equivalent graduate degree, may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 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. may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. The percentage of the education and experience which when combined totals 100% of the necessary education and experience to qualify for this position. (You MUST submit transcripts or proof of education to verify your claim)

Contacts

• Address DFAS - ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS AND STANDARDS 8899 E. 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46249 US
• Name: HR Customer Care Center
• Phone: (317) 212-0454
• Email: dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil