National Science Foundation
Financial Program Advisor, NF
National Science Foundation, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
Summary
The Financial Program Advisor is in the Division of Financial Management (DFM) within the Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management (BFA) at the National Science Foundation (NSF). The incument will report to the Supervisory Staff Accountant and be a senior analyst responsible for leading policy, audits, implementation, and compliance with a wide range of federal policy requirements under various laws and regulations.
This job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.Clarification from the agency
NSF agency employee on OR eligible for permanent competitive service appointments.
Duties
As a Financial Program Advisor ,
you will perform the following duties:
The incumbent leads annual, quarterly, and ad-hoc activities for NSF's Office of Inspector General (OIG) financial statements and Government Accountability Office (GAO) audits. The recurring efforts include planning and executing the communication process, overseeing audit activities, developing monitoring tools, analyzing valuable feedback, and distributing comprehensive audit information
effectively to promote knowledge sharing and problem resolution.Identifies and implements improved monitoring techniques using modern technology and integrating them with other monitoring activities across BFA.Provides expert guidance and assistance to junior Financial Management Specialists and Accountants, Program Officers, and Analysts across NSF in performing audit initiatives, corrective actions, and other recurring activities. Leads monitoring and internal/external reporting on audit findings and inquiries involving financial reporting, contracts, grants, travel, payroll, large facilities, and programmatic operations. Specific activities include developing corrective action plans and gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate audit management performance.The incumbent manages recurring and one-time compliance tasks related to the CFO Act, GAO auditing standards, and OIG requirements. Works with cross-functional teams to review and execute new processes and initiatives that align with DFM's mission.Supports the evaluation of the efficiency and effectiveness of the Foundation's financial management policy. This involves thoroughly analyzing the policy's design, implementation, and outcomes, ensuring they align with DFM's mission.Maintains financial management policies by providing independent observations on the planning, development, and implementation of strategies and resources that support financial management. Develops and executes effective policy products, such as manuals, guides, and bulletins, to communicate policy changes to stakeholders across the agency.Supports DFM's ERM and internal control activities to complete the agency's annual statement of assurance. Maintains Risk Captains' Community of Practice to support the effective flow of enterprise risk-related information. This may include supporting maintenance of the agency's risk profiles, iterating risk appetite statements and developing associated risk tolerance statements, identifying new data science use cases to address enterprise-level risks, and periodic leadership engagement on key risks and mitigation strategies.Additionally, they align ERM Entity Level Controls by considering how NSF's activities map to and provide coverage over the COSO components, principles, and approaches for ERM. Works with NSF's business process owners to periodically assess changes in their risk and control environments and adjust key controls to address evolving or emerging risks.Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be a US citizen.Selectee will be required to have a background investigation prior to onboarding.Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year trial/probationary period.
Additional Requirements:
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade/equivalent.
You must meet eligibility & qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire & any external assessment that is included.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Qualifications
To qualify at the GS-14 level , you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 Level in the federal government overseeing comprehensive audit liaison, financial management policy, data analytics, assurance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).
Examples of this experience includes
leading annual, quarterly, and ad-hoc activities for an agency's Office of Inspector General (OIG) financial statements and Government Accountability Office (GAO) audits. I have thoroughly analyzed financial management policy design, implementation, and outcomes to ensure they align with the agency's mission. Additionally, I have supported the maintenance of agency risk profiles, iterated risk appetite statements, developed associated risk tolerance statements, identified new data science use cases to address enterprise-level risks and engaged in periodic leadership discussions on key risks and mitigation strategies.
Selective Placement Factor:
In addition to the specialized experience, applicants must meet the selective factor below to be found qualified. Please ensure that these experiences are identified in your resume.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official:
You must have experience
in coordinating audits, researching and developing financial management policies, and supporting Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control projects.
Experience refers to paid/unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) & other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, & skills & can provide valuable training/experience that translates directly to paid work. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Education may enhance skills required for this position; however, no substitution of education for specialized experience may be made at this level.
Additional information
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3403.
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to & including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment & referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least "Very Good" on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form.
Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources
Veteran's Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the VA letter or other required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
AuditingInternal ControlsOrganizational AwarenessTechnical CompetenceIn some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." At NSF, this means a score of 90.0 or higher.
In the merit promotion selection process, formal performance appraisals may be considered if voluntarily submitted by the applicant.
To Preview the application questionnaire, click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12523165
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
All applicants should submit a resume/CV of their choice and may also submit a cover letter.If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status.Performance appraisals may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, DATE OF BIRTH OR ANY OTHER PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to Apply
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established at the OPM website following the instructions provided in order to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be re-directed to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
Applicants applying online for this position will be able to apply until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.If you encounter technical difficulties during the process, please submit a USA Staffing Help Ticket for assistance. If you have technical difficulties applying to the vacancy on the USAJOBS website, click on Contact USAJOBS. It is suggested that you do not wait until the last day to apply for a vacancy announcement. We will not accept applications other than those submitted through USAJOBS.As the applicant, it is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, and submitted is received and is accurate. Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents" and that they are uploaded in the appropriate fields.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of this application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this job opportunity announcement.Agency contact information
Staffing and Classification Branch
Email
erecruit@nsf.gov
Address
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, DIVISION OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website
Applicants should click 'Track this Application' in the Applicant Dashboard to receive application updates.Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiriesEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyFinancial suitabilityNew employee probationary periodPrivacy ActReasonable accommodation policySelective ServiceSignature and false statementsSocial security number request
Required Documents
All applicants should submit a resume/CV of their choice and may also submit a cover letter.
If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status.Performance appraisals may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, DATE OF BIRTH OR ANY OTHER PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established at the OPM website following the instructions provided in order to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be re-directed to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
Applicants applying online for this position will be able to apply until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.If you encounter technical difficulties during the process, please submit a USA Staffing Help Ticket for assistance. If you have technical difficulties applying to the vacancy on the USAJOBS website, click on Contact USAJOBS. It is suggested that you do not wait until the last day to apply for a vacancy announcement. We will not accept applications other than those submitted through USAJOBS.As the applicant, it is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, and submitted is received and is accurate. Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents" and that they are uploaded in the appropriate fields.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of this application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this job opportunity announcement.Agency contact information
Staffing and Classification Branch
Email
erecruit@nsf.gov
Address
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, DIVISION OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website
Applicants should click 'Track this Application' in the Applicant Dashboard to receive application updates.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiriesEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyFinancial suitabilityNew employee probationary periodPrivacy ActReasonable accommodation policySelective ServiceSignature and false statementsSocial security number request
The Financial Program Advisor is in the Division of Financial Management (DFM) within the Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management (BFA) at the National Science Foundation (NSF). The incument will report to the Supervisory Staff Accountant and be a senior analyst responsible for leading policy, audits, implementation, and compliance with a wide range of federal policy requirements under various laws and regulations.
This job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.Clarification from the agency
NSF agency employee on OR eligible for permanent competitive service appointments.
Duties
As a Financial Program Advisor ,
you will perform the following duties:
The incumbent leads annual, quarterly, and ad-hoc activities for NSF's Office of Inspector General (OIG) financial statements and Government Accountability Office (GAO) audits. The recurring efforts include planning and executing the communication process, overseeing audit activities, developing monitoring tools, analyzing valuable feedback, and distributing comprehensive audit information
effectively to promote knowledge sharing and problem resolution.Identifies and implements improved monitoring techniques using modern technology and integrating them with other monitoring activities across BFA.Provides expert guidance and assistance to junior Financial Management Specialists and Accountants, Program Officers, and Analysts across NSF in performing audit initiatives, corrective actions, and other recurring activities. Leads monitoring and internal/external reporting on audit findings and inquiries involving financial reporting, contracts, grants, travel, payroll, large facilities, and programmatic operations. Specific activities include developing corrective action plans and gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate audit management performance.The incumbent manages recurring and one-time compliance tasks related to the CFO Act, GAO auditing standards, and OIG requirements. Works with cross-functional teams to review and execute new processes and initiatives that align with DFM's mission.Supports the evaluation of the efficiency and effectiveness of the Foundation's financial management policy. This involves thoroughly analyzing the policy's design, implementation, and outcomes, ensuring they align with DFM's mission.Maintains financial management policies by providing independent observations on the planning, development, and implementation of strategies and resources that support financial management. Develops and executes effective policy products, such as manuals, guides, and bulletins, to communicate policy changes to stakeholders across the agency.Supports DFM's ERM and internal control activities to complete the agency's annual statement of assurance. Maintains Risk Captains' Community of Practice to support the effective flow of enterprise risk-related information. This may include supporting maintenance of the agency's risk profiles, iterating risk appetite statements and developing associated risk tolerance statements, identifying new data science use cases to address enterprise-level risks, and periodic leadership engagement on key risks and mitigation strategies.Additionally, they align ERM Entity Level Controls by considering how NSF's activities map to and provide coverage over the COSO components, principles, and approaches for ERM. Works with NSF's business process owners to periodically assess changes in their risk and control environments and adjust key controls to address evolving or emerging risks.Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be a US citizen.Selectee will be required to have a background investigation prior to onboarding.Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year trial/probationary period.
Additional Requirements:
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade/equivalent.
You must meet eligibility & qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire & any external assessment that is included.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Qualifications
To qualify at the GS-14 level , you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 Level in the federal government overseeing comprehensive audit liaison, financial management policy, data analytics, assurance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).
Examples of this experience includes
leading annual, quarterly, and ad-hoc activities for an agency's Office of Inspector General (OIG) financial statements and Government Accountability Office (GAO) audits. I have thoroughly analyzed financial management policy design, implementation, and outcomes to ensure they align with the agency's mission. Additionally, I have supported the maintenance of agency risk profiles, iterated risk appetite statements, developed associated risk tolerance statements, identified new data science use cases to address enterprise-level risks and engaged in periodic leadership discussions on key risks and mitigation strategies.
Selective Placement Factor:
In addition to the specialized experience, applicants must meet the selective factor below to be found qualified. Please ensure that these experiences are identified in your resume.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official:
You must have experience
in coordinating audits, researching and developing financial management policies, and supporting Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control projects.
Experience refers to paid/unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) & other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, & skills & can provide valuable training/experience that translates directly to paid work. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Education may enhance skills required for this position; however, no substitution of education for specialized experience may be made at this level.
Additional information
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3403.
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to & including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment & referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least "Very Good" on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form.
Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources
Veteran's Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the VA letter or other required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
AuditingInternal ControlsOrganizational AwarenessTechnical CompetenceIn some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." At NSF, this means a score of 90.0 or higher.
In the merit promotion selection process, formal performance appraisals may be considered if voluntarily submitted by the applicant.
To Preview the application questionnaire, click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12523165
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
All applicants should submit a resume/CV of their choice and may also submit a cover letter.If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status.Performance appraisals may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, DATE OF BIRTH OR ANY OTHER PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to Apply
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established at the OPM website following the instructions provided in order to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be re-directed to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
Applicants applying online for this position will be able to apply until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.If you encounter technical difficulties during the process, please submit a USA Staffing Help Ticket for assistance. If you have technical difficulties applying to the vacancy on the USAJOBS website, click on Contact USAJOBS. It is suggested that you do not wait until the last day to apply for a vacancy announcement. We will not accept applications other than those submitted through USAJOBS.As the applicant, it is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, and submitted is received and is accurate. Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents" and that they are uploaded in the appropriate fields.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of this application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this job opportunity announcement.Agency contact information
Staffing and Classification Branch
erecruit@nsf.gov
Address
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, DIVISION OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website
Applicants should click 'Track this Application' in the Applicant Dashboard to receive application updates.Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiriesEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyFinancial suitabilityNew employee probationary periodPrivacy ActReasonable accommodation policySelective ServiceSignature and false statementsSocial security number request
Required Documents
All applicants should submit a resume/CV of their choice and may also submit a cover letter.
If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status.Performance appraisals may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, DATE OF BIRTH OR ANY OTHER PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established at the OPM website following the instructions provided in order to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be re-directed to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
Applicants applying online for this position will be able to apply until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.If you encounter technical difficulties during the process, please submit a USA Staffing Help Ticket for assistance. If you have technical difficulties applying to the vacancy on the USAJOBS website, click on Contact USAJOBS. It is suggested that you do not wait until the last day to apply for a vacancy announcement. We will not accept applications other than those submitted through USAJOBS.As the applicant, it is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, and submitted is received and is accurate. Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents" and that they are uploaded in the appropriate fields.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of this application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this job opportunity announcement.Agency contact information
Staffing and Classification Branch
erecruit@nsf.gov
Address
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, DIVISION OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website
Applicants should click 'Track this Application' in the Applicant Dashboard to receive application updates.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiriesEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyFinancial suitabilityNew employee probationary periodPrivacy ActReasonable accommodation policySelective ServiceSignature and false statementsSocial security number request