Financial Systems Analyst

To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-12 level (starting salary $99,200) if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level performing duties such as: Supporting the analysis of user inquiries and requests for ad-hoc reports and for enhancements to established systems. Providing technical assistance regarding the capabilities and utilization of system software. Analyzing user requirements and providing input on specifications and recommendations for the system solution/approach. You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $117,962) if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level performing duties such as: Serving as the technical specialist in financial systems applications, providing technical assistance regarding the capabilities and utilization of system software. Providing analytical assessments on possible alternative courses of action and provides recommendations on the adequacy of proposed alternatives. Developing written procedures and guidelines for the day-to-day use and maintenance of financial systems. Time-in-Grade Requirements: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under a non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet “time-in-grade” requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to current competitive service employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. NOTE: All current or former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50, “Notice of Personnel Action” that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to comply. The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this announcement. 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. 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 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Joining the Secret Service, Office of the Chief Financial Officer will allow you to assist with the execution of strong financial stewardship of the agencys resources, provide exceptional service and transparency to our stakeholders, and administer guidance and oversight for financial matters in support of the agencys investigative and protective mission. For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here.