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Financial Systems Specialist (GS-9/11/12)

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)
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Apply online through 6/27/2024 at: https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/795420300

Interested candidates must apply online through USAJOBS at the link above to be considered for this opportunity.

 

This is NOT a remote work opportunity.  The position may be located in Cleveland, OH, Columbus, OH, Indianapolis, IN, or Rome, NY.

 

Summary

 

  • Who may apply: This announcement is open to all U.S. Citizens
  • Position located in: Info & Tech Dir., Payroll Services, DJMS-AC/RC, DJMS-AC ANALYSIS & DESIGN- ZTBBA
  • Applicants on Cleveland list may be considered for positions in Bratenahl.
  • 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

  • Designs and develops assigned pay and entitlement segments of DJMS-AC with a view toward refining and increasing responsiveness of the pay system at both central site and field pay offices.
  • Provides technical advice to data automation system analysts in designing and programming the automated systems.
  • Participates in monitoring, testing, evaluating, and implementing DJMS-AC systems changes.
  • Confers with systems accountants as required to provide detailed information pertaining to pay that may affect accounting reports or systems as well as to accommodate pay systems/procedures to the requirements of sound accounting.
  • Develops new or revised military payroll and reporting procedures or policies for publication in manuals, regulations, etc., based upon DJMS-AC systems changes.

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship or National
  • Background Investigation
  • Suitable for Federal Employment
  • Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
  • Obtain/MaintainFinancial Management Certification
  • 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.

Qualifications

 

This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.

Applicants MUST have one year of related financial experience OR a related financial degree (examples include: Finance, Accounting, Management, Actuarial Science, or related), in addition to meeting Office of Personnel Management (OPM) minimum qualification requirements. Substitution of combination of education and experience must still, in conjunction, minimally satisfy the DHA qualification requirement.

Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe this in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient.

In addition to the DHA qualification requirement listed above, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade is required.

FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-9 LEVEL:
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-7) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: analyzing and evaluating reports and data from financial systems to identify issues and discrepancies; researching and interpreting financial policies and laws to resolve financial system issues; and assists with updating system user documentation including system administration guides, quick references, and help documentation.

FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-11 LEVEL:
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-9) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Assisting with the design, development, testing and support of automated financial systems; interpreting financial policies, regulations, and statutes; updating system user documentation including system administration guides, quick references, and help documentation.

FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-12 LEVEL:
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Specialized experience is defined as: Performing in depth financial systems analysis; experience with the design, development, testing and support of automated payroll systems; ensuring that system design, revisions and modifications comply with finance and accounting practices; and updating system user documentation including system administration guides.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.

Education

 

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GS-9 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. 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.

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.

**You MUST submit transcripts or proof of education and any other applicable documentation to verify your claim**

GS-12:
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.

 

For more information or to apply online visit: https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/795420300