About This Position
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T5353P01 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.
Qualifications
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 5 Excepted Service, will be in the following manner and sequence: The area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12 Level - MUST possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level demonstrating the ability to apply laws, DoD directives, finance regulations, and financial management operating procedures governing military pay, civilian pay, vendor payments, and travel entitlements; use pay systems supporting Military Services or Defense Agencies to analyze financial data, recognize transactions and reporting requirements, identify weaknesses, and ensure accurate and compliant processing; apply fact-finding and investigative techniques to research regulations, analyze financial and performance data, and assess impacts to current or planned operations; apply management and organizational techniques to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, and internal controls of pay operations across multiple programs; independently plan and carry out complex assignments, coordinate with staff, management, and DFAS, exercise judgment in applying unclear or evolving guidance, develop recommendations to resolve substantive pay or system issues, and prepare written analyses, reports, or briefings to advise leadership and support decision-making affecting a multifaceted pay and entitlement program. SPECIALIZED SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE: MUST possess specialized supervisory experience for the GS-12 Level, experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Financial Management Certification is not a mandatory qualification for initial selection and will not be used as a disqualifying factor in the hiring process. However, selection for this position is contingent upon participation in the DoD Financial Management Certification Program. Incumbents must obtain and maintain the appropriate certification level commensurate with the position's complexity and level of responsibility within two (2) years of appointment, unless an approved extension is granted. Certification requirements are identified in the Conditions of Employment of the position description. Supervisors of financial management coded positions coordinate with the Component Administrator and Component Certification Authority to determine and monitor certification requirements for employees occupying financial management coded positions. 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.
Major Duties
As a SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST, GS-0501-12, you will serve as a supervisor with technical and administrative supervisory responsibilities to include the oversight of subordinate staff performing work related to a wide spectrum of pay operations (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounts Payable and Travel Pay). Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Apply laws, DoD guidance, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance across military pay, civilian pay, accounts payable, and travel pay operations. Ensure accurate processing of payroll, debts, and miscellaneous entitlements by applying quality assurance and internal control techniques. Conduct operational and compliance reviews to evaluate adherence to established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Establish and maintain internal control procedures to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse. Manage and direct wide spectrum pay operations requiring coordination of policies and procedures across multiple commands or organizations. Analyze financial data, documentation, and reports to identify trends affecting the accuracy and timeliness of payments. Direct the preparation, reconciliation, consolidation, and submission of required financial reports within established deadlines. Monitor internal metrics, performance indicators, and customer satisfaction data to improve financial operations and service delivery. Develop and implement standard operating procedures to support consistent execution of pay operations in a changing mission environment. Resolve complex financial and payroll problems by coordinating with internal staff, customers, and external DoD financial systems. Develop recommendations and corrective actions to address deficiencies, discrepancies, or system interface issues affecting pay operations. Provide expert interpretation of DoD and DFAS regulatory and administrative guidance related to financial and pay operations. Coordinate and support audits and operational reviews to ensure proper execution of financial management policies and procedures. Analyze financial policies, guidelines, processes, and procedures to assess operational effectiveness and compliance. Advise leadership on the legality of entitlements, collection actions, and financial decisions affecting serviced organizations. Prepare written analyses, reports, findings, and recommendations to support management decision-making. Participate in management planning, policy development, and decision-making sessions involving financial operations. Coordinate training and briefings on pay policy, execution, and financial procedures for staff and customers.
Conditions of Employment
IAW the Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during, or after a job interview. If an OF-306 is submitted prior to a conditional offer, background questions may not be asked. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment is subject to a suitability determination based on a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. May be required to successfully complete a supervisor probationary period. Drug testing may be required. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Work may require access to higher classified information. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (Lautenberg Amendment) of the Gun Control Act of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements, contingencies, or work outside the normal duty day. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position. 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. Duty may not exceed 14 days per year unless approved in advance by NGB-J1. May be required to travel by car, military and/or commercial aircraft, or other means of transportation to perform temporary duty assignments. 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.
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Budget Administration Compliance Concepts, Policies, and Principles of Finance Financial Management
Additional Information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). If you are needing some extra information regarding Federal Resumes, you should consider these tips from USA Jobs: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12870302 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position. Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number. It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. Other supporting documents (as applicable): Certifications DD-214 SF-50 Official Transcript (Copy) Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx. Documents that support Veterans' Preference: DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) SF-15 If claiming eligibility under the VOW Act: The VOW Act requires Federal agencies to treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD214. In order to be considered under the VOW Act, the certification must specify that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application package for this job announcement. The certification must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge, and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters. Agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $89,508 - $116,362/yr. This is a GS-12 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST job located?
This position is located in Peoria, Illinois. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 5 Excepted Service, will be in the following manner and sequence: The area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12 Level - MUST possess at least one year of specialized experience...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Jan 25, 2027.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does GS-12 mean?
GS-12 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.