Summary 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 function as a senior Financial Specialist, and to provide financial management support by performing various functions involving formulation, justification, and execution of budgets for programs and organization projects. Initiating and assisting in developing plans and programs, supporting strategic goals and deadlines. Responsibilities Responsible for formulating justifying and defending positions on the total assigned budget by analyzing authorizations, appropriations, and legislations for impact on assigned programs and fields; Develops appropriate recommendations for Program Budget Decisions (PBDs), financial policies, and language for appropriations to support national defense missions. Responsible for executing a major segment of the command budget or a total budget for one or more funds by identifying and analyzing trends in receipts, obligations, and expenditures. Monitoring budget levels, ensuring legal and efficient use of funding. Provides financial advisory services for a major segment of the organization's budget or for a total budget for one or more funds by developing reviews, assess the effectiveness of the work processes within the assigned areas of responsibility, serving as a financial consultant to management such as budgeting strategies and techniques, the use of financial management products, and resource distribution. Uses automated financial management systems and computer-generated products in accomplishing financial management assignments by performing quality checks of automated system database information and advises program managers of any significant problems. Conducts financial management-related training for functional contacts and/or program managers in assigned organizations, conducting training of financial management processes, procedures, requirements, etc.; and provides organizational personnel with sufficient information and knowledge to accomplish objectives. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 for the GS-0501, Financial Management Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes, but is not limited to, performing the full range of senior financial management functions involving the formulation and justification, or execution, of budgets, programs, and organization projects; initiate and assist in the development of plans and programs; and develop unique capabilities and critical technologies supporting strategic goals, objectives, and deadlines set by higher management. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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: l. Knowledge of programming, budgeting, and execution for all types of funds and appropriations, including knowledge in the use of available automated tools, systems, and techniques to accomplish these tasks for USAF Weapon System Acquisition Management programs. 2. Knowledge of Fiscal law and the DoD Planning, Programming, and Budgeting Systems {PPBS), its process, products, tem1inology, and guidance documents (e.g., Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Future Year Defense Plan (FYDP), Defense Guidance, Joint Strategic Planning Systems). 3. Knowledge of and ability to apply procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise in the work of the unit (such as engineering, accounting, supply, etc.), including the ability to maintain credibility with others on technical matters. 4. Ability to stratify resources against approved programs; to plan, present, and execute budgets; to analyze budget impacts on programs; and to forecast long term funding requirements. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 6. Ability to maintain good working relationships. 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 Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.