This position of Financial Administrative Specialist in the Nebraska Western Iowa (NWI) Finance Department handles budgeting, accounting (including voucher auditing/processing, agent cashier functions, travel, VERA oversight), and financial advising for department chiefs and executives. Duties include analytical, administrative, and coordinating tasks, plus managing alternate travel preparers across 8 facilities and CBOCs within NWIHCS.
**PLEASE BE ADVISED: this occupation is currently undergoing a classification consistency review that may result in a change in title, series, and/or grade if determined by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). A consistency review is required for this position as a result of an OPM appeal related to the occupation.
A "consistency review" is the process that involves a classification review of positions performing work that is identical, or related to an OPM appeal to ensure they are classified consistently and in accordance with OPM standards. If a reduction in grade occurs, you could be eligible for grade and/or pay retention.** Major duties include but are not limited to: Collects, compiles, and tracks data/statistics for programs, including FOIA requests and grants.
Prepares and assists with reports using software applications and databases. Tracks leave, training, certifications, security requirements, and reports deficiencies. Maintains weekly tracking of education, travel, correspondence, and authorized absences. Manages complex budgetary reports, meetings, and hearings with senior staff. Oversees personnel files, service files, and compliance with federal record-keeping guidelines.
Maintains and updates the SharePoint site; organizes and archives records independently. Manages telework schedules and ensures consistent office coverage. Develops, administers, and ensures compliance with Employee Travel Program standards. Provides technical assistance for Concur (travel system) and responds to related inquiries. Develops and updates travel policies, manuals, and training materials; reviews for effectiveness.
Acquires resources, conducts research, and assists with scheduling staff and equipment. Manages administrative functions; interprets and implements policies; advises DCFO. Prepares and archives service correspondence; monitors SOPs, work orders, and TMS compliance. Protects sensitive/VA data, ensures compliance with privacy laws, and delivers respectful customer service. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for Ad-hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is NOT a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Financial Administrative Specialist/ PD706850.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest.
As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community.
This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Transcripts must be legible and contain sufficient information (e.g., student name, name of institution, total number of credits completed, etc.) to show you meet the requirements as specified in the announcement.
To receive credit for your education when a master's degree has not been achieved, your transcripts must show evidence of progress through a set curriculum, i.e., it is part of a program leading to a master's or higher degree and not education consisting of undergraduate and/or continuing education courses that do not lead to an advanced degree.
An academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 academic year of full-time study. This determination is made based on normal course loads for a full year of study in the graduate program.
If that information cannot be obtained from your transcript or other official documentation, 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours should be considered as satisfying the 1 year of full-time study requirement. Part-time graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended.
When academic credit is expressed in contract months, units, or other terms that differ from conventional semester or quarter hours, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide an interpretation of such credits from the appropriate institution in order to equate them to the semester or quarter hours specified in the standard.
To credit combinations of education and experience, HR staff will first determine the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level. Next, HR staff determine the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level. Finally, HR staff will add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.
For example: An applicant has 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 and 1 year of graduate level education. The applicant meets 50 percent of the required experience but none of the required education since he or she does not have any graduate study beyond one full year of graduate level education. Therefore, the applicant meets only 50 percent of the total requirement and is not qualified for the position.
(The applicant's first year of graduate study is not qualifying for GS-9.) Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Dmitriy.Selyukov@va.gov · 651-405-5609
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $62339 – $81045/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-05.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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