Summary The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here. Responsibilities For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. AFRL is responsible for executing Air Force strategic development planning and leading operational experimentation to support the SECAF & CSAF in strategic decisions meeting current and future AF needs. As a key strategic financial specialist, this position will look at integrating and streamlining business practices across AFRL, to provide full life-cycle decision support across Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE). Position duties include but are not limited to: Supports enterprise and mission priorities at all levels. Branch Chief & Deputy to the FM Division Chief. Serves as the Senior Financial Advisor to the Chief of FM & shares fully in the duties, responsibilities & authority for the management of the division. In the absence of the Division Chief, the incumbent assumes full control & responsibility for the operation of the division. Oversees the day-to-day operations of FM, regularly mentors & promotes development & training for employees. Leads the execution of expert financial analysis throughout the branch. Plans work for subordinates in order to accomplish goals & objectives that integrate organizational & FM objectives consistent with DAF strategic initiatives. Establishes, revises & reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives & organization design as necessary. Researches & determines or recommends appropriate actions for issues that impact the organization. Eliminates barriers to mission accomplishment, promotes team building, implements quality improvements & responds to concerns with regulatory compliance &/or customer requirements. Sets & adjusts short & long term priorities & prepares schedules based on consideration of difficulty of requirements & assignments. Reviews metrics & methods of analyses to assess the efficiency & effectiveness of the FM Division. Leads the resolution of complex business problems through research & data analyses & determines/recommends appropriate courses of action. Advises the division & directorate with respect to financial analyses, trends, & program costs. Prepares & delivers financial presentations regarding financial health to directorate leadership. Represents AFRL within a variety of installation & functional area organizations. Meets with key customers & coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policies & procedures & resolves significant problems that arise. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. To qualify for this position, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the DO-2 (GS-13) broadband. Required Qualifications United States Citizenship Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov. Must meet specialized experience at the next lower grade level of the position or equivalent in the Federal system. The employee must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position. This position may be APDP coded position. The position may require Financial Management certification. The incumbent of this position may be required to file annual financial disclosures to ensure there are no conflicts of interest in the performance of these duties. PCS Assistance may be authorized Desired Qualifications Desired Master's/MBA or equivalent advanced degree in finance, business administration, or other relevant meaningful Master's degree. Experience with successfully interfacing/collaborating with business partners across multiple functions outside financial management. Strong technical and financial management knowledge, including the ability to use financial models and effectively communicate data and results. Exceptional leadership skills include setting clear expectations, motivating employees and driving accountability to garner desired results. Knowledge/experience of Department of Defense Acquisition requirements; financial management concepts, principles, practices, laws, and regulations. Experience in building program plans and budget justification products. Experience of providing written and oral communications to senior leaders. Experience with solving complex issues which span multiple internal and external organizations. Education Additional Information Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. 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