Chief Financial Officer
What you'd do
erves as the Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services Division, responsible for bringing more effective general administrative and financial management practices to the Drug Enforcement Administration. This individual will be responsible for providing for improvement of systems of accounting, financial management and internal controls to assure the issuance of reliable financial information and deter fraud, waste and abuse of Government resources.
Major duties
As the agency's technical authority on budgetary and financial resources, the incumbent represents DEA on executive-level consultative and policy making bodies and has to coordinate across the agency with other senior executives. The overall scope and sensitive nature of this position involves working closely with and assisting the Administrator in performing the following responsibilities: Develop and maintain an integrated agency accounting and financial management system, including financial reporting and internal control standards which: Comply with applicable accounting principles, standards and requirements. Comply with policies and requirements as may be prescribed by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Provide reliable and consistent financial information which is prepared on a uniform basis, far the development and reporting of cast information, the integration of accounting and budgeting information and a systematic measurement of performance. Direct, manage, and provide policy guidance and oversight of agency financial management personnel, activities, and operations including: The preparation and annual revision of an agency plan to implement a five-year financial management plan. Development of agency financial management budget. Recruitment, selection, training of personnel to carry out financial management functions. The approval and management of agency financial management systems design or enhancement projects. Implementation of agency asset management systems, including systems for cash management, credit management, and debt collection control. The management of agency staffing, FTE and organization control. The conduct of management studies including management analysis, financial reviews, and resource utilization reports on the full range of agency programs and issues. The management of agency acquisition enterprise including purchase card program, vendor engagement, and COR/PM oversight Administering agency travel and relocation programs Review agency budget requests for financial management systems and operations. Review and, where appropriate, recommend to the Administrator changes to the budget and legislative proposals of the agency to ensure that they are in accordance with financial management plans of the agency. Advises the Administrator and other senior DEA managers on financial resources. Provides information and advice relative to their dealings with DOJ and Congress and prepares testimony for their use in appearances before Congressional Committees and Sub-committees. Works closely with DEA managers, DOJ, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and other agency personnel to achieve efficient control and optimization of diverse budget and organizational operations.
What you need to qualify
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ), and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: MTQ 1 - Demonstrated leadership experience in the development of policies and procedures in a variety of administrative and financial functions for a large, decentralized agency. MTQ 2 - Experience in directing budget formulation and execution activities in furtherance of an organization's mission by leading staff and providing technical guidance to professional budget staff. MTQ 3 - Demonstrated ability to conduct budget and management studies and effectively communicate results with senior executives. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a 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. Sub-Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government: Demonstrates understanding and appreciation of the American system of government, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, separation of powers, federalism, and the historical development of the American Nation. Commitment to the Rule of Law: Upholds the principles of the American Founding, including equality under the law and democratic self-government. Ensures the law is applied fairly and consistently. Civic-Mindedness: Stays up-to-date on important developments in American government and aligns organizational objectives and practices with presidential and public interests. Demonstrates a commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Sub-Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility: Strategically manages, allocates and monitors financial resources. Aligns priorities and initiatives to justify budget proposals. Monitors expenditures, cuts unnecessary costs, and uses cost-benefit analysis to set priorities. Managing Resources: Manages resources efficiently and effectively based on current and projected organizational goals, skills, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Leveraging Technology: Explores emerging technology and potential applications. Incorporates technology to enhance efficiency and achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Sub-Competencies: Technical Skill: Possesses the requisite technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to consistently produce timely, high-quality work. Is considered a strong contributor in his or her domain. Problem Solving: Engages in critical and data-driven thinking when diagnosing root causes and evaluating options. Identifies and promptly addresses the most pressing, high-priority problems. Agility and Resilience: Anticipates and adapts to change, new ideas, new information, and new conditions. Is committed to continuous improvement. Deals effectively with pressure and remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the 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. Sub-Competencies: Accountability: Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, trained, and retained. Takes swift action to address performance- or conduct-based deficiencies in employees supervised. Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Developing Others: Recognizes and rewards outstanding achievement in others. Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. Cultivates a dynamic environment in which employees are not afraid to make mistakes. Executive Judgement: Makes well-reasoned, timely, and effective decisions and considers short- and long-term implications. Communicates effectively with stakeholders across all organizational levels, sharing and guarding information where appropriate. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Sub-Competencies: Operational Mindset: Effectively translates strategies into actionable steps and processes. Partners effectively with stakeholders to drive adoption and addresses blockers to ensure successful implementation. Innovation: Applies creativity to improving products and processes, challenges convention, takes measured risks, and considers ways to simplify and remove unnecessary requirements. Strategic Thinking: Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization by evaluating conditions, resources, capabilities, constraints, and organizational goals and values. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. See "Required Documents" section for additional information.
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