THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a FINANCIAL MANAGER, Position Description Number T5133000 and is part of the MD USPFO, National Guard.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Chief Financial Officer (FM) for the state Army National Guard (ARNG). This position performs the following duties: Directs financial management policy in support of the ARNG military organizations and units. As Chief, Financial Officer maintains statutory responsibility for the proper obligation, accounting, disbursement, and administrative control of all federal funds allocated to the state.
Determines the impact; and implements courses of action regarding projected DoD, Department of Army (DA), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Inter-Service, and non-DoD governmental programs that affect ARNG plans, policies, and missions. Serves as the principal financial advisor and the technical expert to the state Adjutant General (AG), USPFO, senior staff management, major subordinate commands, and the Program Budget Advisory Council (PBAC).
Provides advisory services through briefings, conferences, advisory committee meetings, etc, on a regular basis. Advises, supports and facilitates management decisions concerning financial considerations, such as the availability and appropriate use of Federal funds. Based upon reports and data derived from financial systems, analyzes strengths and deficiencies, advises, and makes recommendations to the USPFO, primary staff, Chief of Staff and the AG.
Assures the AG's priorities are integrated in and supported by the financial plan. Recommends to the USPFO actions to be taken regarding the implementation of the financial plan. Determines the significant impact of projected DOD, DA, NGB and other government programs affecting the state ARNG's fiscal policies. Implements appropriate courses of action as best suited for the state. Serves as an advisor to the AG on projects involving local, state and other Federal agencies.
Serves as the certification officer for all ARNG disbursements and is pecuniary liable for these disbursements. Writes, implements and maintains an effective system of financial management controls for the state ARNG. Ensures accurate accountability for Federal funds and provides full disclosure of financial actions in compliance with statutory requirements, regulations, directives, procedures, national and local policies.
Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO objectives. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards.
Explains performance expectations to employees and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher level management.
Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Performs other duties as assigned.
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
adam.corson.2@us.af.mil · 6678873996
This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.
The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-09.
This position is open under the 'Special Authorities' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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