Department of the Air Force

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN-Direct Hire Authority

Edwards AFB, California, Eglin AFB, Florida, Holloman AFB, New Mexico, Nellis AFB, Nevada, Arnold AF Full time

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN-Direct Hire Authority

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Edwards AFB, California, Eglin AFB, Florida, Holloman AFB, New Mexico, Nellis AFB, Nevada, Arnold AFB, Tennessee, Hill AFB, Utah

Salary Range: $65148 - $103006 Per Year

Job Summary: Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a financial technician independently performing a variety of financial management analysis and technical related tasks in support of the AFTC Financial Management Directorate.

Major Duties:

  • Performs technical tasks in support of the financial analysis/budget process. Accomplishes preliminary analysis to assure the completion of requested studies and reports according to the organization's objectives and identifies discrepancies and potential problems for analyst's review. Primary POC for Government Purchase Card for multiple directorates and travel program. Manages the Self-Assessment program across the FM Directorate. As Directorate Workflow Manager, implements and manages Directorate Workflow process to ensure timely, clear, and complete responses are provided to tasks and requests for information by Center command section, MAJCOM, and other external entities. Plans, develops, analyzes, and controls directorate administrative programs necessary for the day-to-day management of the Directorate.

Qualifications: Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Click Here. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of generalized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-07 or equivalent in other pay systems. Generalized experience is experience and ability to serve as a financial technician independently performing a variety of financial management analysis and technical related tasks in support of the AFTC Financial Management Directorate. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Ideal Candidate (statement is placed within the announcement): A highly motivated individual possessing analysis skills in financial management with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Knowledge of policies, data collection, analysis methods, and report writing to provide administrative support for programs and personnel issues. The ability to demonstrate skills in gathering, assembling and analyzing computer products and data to provide management information for problem resolution. Strong communication skills for effectively presenting financial information both orally and in writing. Knowledge of computer systems and various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, publications, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. Ability to balance and reconcile financial accounts and independently take corrective action also exhibit a high level of integrity and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations and policies. Additionally, the ability to work collaboratively in an ever-evolving environment while adapting to changing priorities is key. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Skills in analysis and evaluative techniques to perform qualitative and quantitative assessments of work processes, budget data, personnel utilization, training needs, audit or inspection reports, and the like. 2. Knowledge of policies, data collection, analysis methods, and report writing to provide administrative support for programs and personnel issues. 3. Skills in gathering, assembling and analyzing computer products and data to provide management information for problem resolution. 4. Knowledge of extensive administrative rules, procedures, or operations to perform the work of the office, such as preparing and editing documents, locating and assembling information for various reports, maintaining files/records, and preparing travel arrangements. 5. Knowledge of computer systems and various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, publications, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. 6. Ability to balance and reconcile financial accounts and independently take corrective action. 7. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/16/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12900061 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-16