Hybrid Director for the Office of Financial Management bei Department of the Treasury

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Duties

Directly or indirectly supervises a staff of employees engaged in financial management activities. Grade levels of employees range up through GS-15. Occupations supervised include, but are not limited to: management, budget, contracting officer representatives, financial specialists, and Customer Service Liaison personnel. Serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Funds and Programs as such authority is delegated by the Assistant Secretary for Management (ASM). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (a) Directs the oversight of the Fund or Programs' financial management, budget, and internal controls, and financial related systems; (b) Oversees the cash management function and ensures that all cash needs are properly forecasted and communicated to senior leadership; (c) Assures that program and administrative responsibility to minimize fraud, waste, and abuse are achieved as prescribed by OMB Circulars A-123, and A-130, Treasury Directives, and other internal control procedures; and (d) Oversees the development, issuance, and maintenance of standard operating procedures and directives for performance measurement and all financial management related activities. Oversees the budget preparation, presentation, and execution of all accounts. Develops and implements financial/budget policies and procedures consistent with Treasury's administrative philosophy and in accordance with GAO/OMB standards. Provides direction and policy guidance to subordinate management staff so that their objectives, approaches, and practices conform to current requirements, policies and goals of the Department of the Treasury, and regulatory agencies such as the Office of Management and Budget. The incumbent serves as the principal technical authority that provides advice and counsel to the Assistant Secretary for Management the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Management & Budget (DAS M&B) and other Treasury officials on financial/budget policies affecting the overall organization of the Department. Analyzes and identifies deficiencies in existing policies and regulations. Advises the DAS M&B and the ASM of the need for new or improved financial management policies and programs. Briefs the DAS M&B and the ASM on possible problem situations and provides advice and guidance on resolving them. Directs the development and refinement of automated reporting tools to allow managers throughout DO to monitor salary and non-salary expenditures. Directs the Travel Office which provides travel operations support for DO employees and travel policy development and oversight for the Department. Provides oversight and guidance on DO procurement activities including requisitioning and contract management. Directs the DO Purchase Card program. Advises senior department officials in all aspects of managing financial resources, including executive decision-making; setting organizational objectives; and developing, implementing, and evaluating operating programs. This includes: (a) objective, logical analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of data (b) interpretation and inter-relationship of program plans, budget proposals, operational costs, and program results; and (c) comparison of performance with objectives or standards. Analyzes and interprets the financial significance of past events and future plans, translating them into meaningful and relevant information, and eliciting a perspective of the total financial picture for use in developing, coordinating, and effecting financial policies, plans, and procedures. As a member of task forces or study teams, participates in analyzing, recommending, and/or implementing financial management programs and policies which cut across organizational lines within the Treasury Department, and which require intensive analysis and evaluation. As needed, participates in analyzing the Treasury bureaus, policies and plans, and provides necessary assistance in the development and implementation of bureau financial management programs and policies. Serves as Internal Control Officer for DO ensuring DO's compliance with the Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) Ensures that precautions are taken to prevent fraud, waste and abuse in accordance with FMFIA. Is responsible for conducting vulnerability assessments and for assuring that corrective action is taken where required. Manages several teams of staff and facilitates interaction with relevant units, organizations, and high-level managers and executives within the Treasury Department. Sets short and long-term priorities and performance standards for staff, assigns work and evaluates staff work. Models and promotes exceptional customer service across team. Operates as an effective manager, leader and coach.

Qualifications

RESUME: As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must clearly articulate and describe within your two (2) page resume evidence of progressively responsible supervisory, managerial, or professional experience which involved management of a program or organization of significant scope and complexity. Your resume must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of this position and meet the mandatory Technical Qualification(s) and Executive Core Qualifications listed below. Your resume must demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to fulfill executive responsibilities typically required in SES positions, including: Directing the work of an organizational unit; Accountability for the success of one or more specific programs or projects; Monitoring progress toward organizational goals and periodically evaluates and makes appropriate adjustments to such goals; Supervising the work of employees (other than personnel assistants) at least 25% of the time; or Exercising important policy-making, policy-determining, or other executive functions If you are currently serving under a career SES appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the SES (this means you were previously employed as a Career SES employee and successfully completed a one-year probationary period) or have successfully completed an OPM-certified SES Candidate Development Program (CDP), your resume must clearly state that you are a current career SES, eligible for reinstatement, or SES CDP certified, including the year of certification. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): By statute, OPM prescribes Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) for the appointment of career SES members. The ECQs were designed to evaluate executive experience and not technical expertise. The following ECQs provide the focus for certification of executive core qualifications for initial appointment to the Senior Executive Service. Your two-page resume should show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications. ECQ 1 - Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. Leadership Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government, Commitment to the Rule of Law, Civic-Mindedness. ECQ 2 - Driving Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Leadership Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility, Managing Resources, Leveraging Technology. ECQ 3 - Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Leadership Competencies: Technical Skill, Problem Solving, Agility and Resilience. ECQ 4 - Leading People: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. Leadership Competencies: Accountability, Developing Others, Executive Judgement. ECQ 5 - Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Leadership Competencies: Operational Mindset, Innovation, Strategic Thinking. FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation. Additional information about the SES and ECQs can be found on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) SES Website: Executive Core Qualifications. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): In addition to the ECQs, candidates must address Technical Qualifications (TQs). MTQs are designed to assess an applicant's experience relevant to the specific position requirements. All applicants must clearly demonstrate in their two-page resume, experience and accomplishments related to the MTQs below: MTQ 1: Demonstrated experience leading comprehensive financial management functions at an enterprise level, including budget formulation and execution, internal controls, financial systems, and accounting oversight. Must show leadership in integrating policy, performance, and compliance with Federal financial regulations (e.g., FMFIA, A-123, GAO/OMB standards). MTQ 2: Proven ability to develop and implement agency-wide financial and budgetary policies and procedures. Experience must reflect the ability to provide expert guidance and counsel to senior officials, analyze deficiencies in policy or practice, and formulate solutions across diverse financial programs (e.g., Working Capital Fund, Gifts and Bequests Fund, OFS, CDFI). MTQ 3: Demonstrated success advising senior executives on financial performance, strategic planning, and resource allocation. Includes the ability to synthesize and evaluate data, design automated reporting tools, and provide financial insights to guide complex organizational decisions at the national or international level. Please DO NOT submit separate documents addressing the ECQs or MTQs.

Education

This job does not have an education requirement.

Other Information

Veteran's Preference: Is not applicable to positions in the Senior Executive Service. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last five (5) years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Noncareer SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information on your resume and to the Human Resources Office. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations or how to contact an agency. Legal and regulatory guidance Financial suitability Social security number request Privacy Act Signature and false statements Selective Service New employee probationary period This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. Please review the three hyperlinks of your rights. (Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov)