Deputy Chief Financial Officer

About the role

The U.S. Secret Service (USSS) is seeking a dynamic, results driven Deputy Chief Financial Officer to support the Agency's mission by providing enterprise financial management, budget oversight, internal controls, financial reporting, and performance integration that sustain public trust and statutory compliance.

What you will do

• Directs the day-to-day operations of an approximately 100-person financial management organization, setting priorities across budget, accounting, financial reporting, internal control, and data functions, and holding a senior executive and GS-15 division chiefs accountable for results.
• Oversees the Agency's financial reporting and audit remediation effort, directing preparation of reliable financial statements, correction of audit findings, and the evidentiary record the internal or external auditor needs to render an opinion.
• Oversees Agency-wide internal control and enterprise risk management, directing risk assessment and deficiency remediation across divisions and giving Agency leadership a clear, contextualized picture of fiscal and operational risk.
• Oversees budget formulation and execution across operations / support, and investments account portfolios with differing structures and evidentiary standards.
• Oversees the Agency's grants and acquisition management function, directing acquisition advisory support to program offices and the Agency's role as technical representative on grants policy.
• Guides modernization of financial systems, data integration, and self-service reporting, working with the Chief Information Officer and program leaders so that financial, acquisition, and program systems produce accurate, timely, and secure information for decision-makers and oversight bodies.
• Advises the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Agency leadership on the financial implications of new or proposed legislation, regulation, and policy, including effects on operation and mission, and long-term resource needs.
• Resolves cross-functional issues that span multiple divisions, exercising judgment about which matters to elevate to the CFO, and acts on the CFO's behalf in internal leadership forums when delegated.
• Advises the CFO on workforce planning, leadership continuity, and succession, to include assessing whether structure, grades, and reporting relationships fit the work.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Subject to a 1-year SES probationary period (unless already completed).
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with *** or are exempt from having to do so.
• Subject to a drug test prior to appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
• Must file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
• Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
• There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations.
• Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

How you will be evaluated

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the ECQs and TQs listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume.

Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. OPM QRB before appointment to this position.

The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

For more information regarding the SES, go to ***

Documents you must provide

• A complete application includes items described below.
• Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
• Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit.
• Some documents may not apply to all applicants.
• RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience.
• Applicants seeking initial career appointment to SES must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs.
• PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
• When uploading your Resume, select the supporting document type "Resume".
• VACANCY QUESTIONS: Responses are automatically submitted through USAJOBS when you apply to this vacancy.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment Standard Form 50 (SF-50), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
• When uploading your SF-50, select the supporting document type "SF-50".
• SES CDP GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SES CDP and OPM QRB certification.
• When uploading your OPM QRB certificate, select the supporting document type "OPM QRB Certificate".
• CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee.
• Your SF-50 should reflect your job series, grade, tenure (box 24) and position occupied (box 34).
• When uploading your SF-50, select the supporting document type "SF-50".
• STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation.
• When uploading your performance evaluation, select the supporting document type "Performance Evaluation".

What to expect next

To verify the status of your application, sign in to your USAJOBS account (***), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: ***

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

If you have questions pertaining to your application, you may contact *** OR call *** (excluding weekends and Federal holidays) prior to the closing date of this announcement to receive assistance.

Applicants must contact the Agency Point of Contact no later than 4:00 p.m. ET on the closing date of the announcement if assistance is needed when submitting an application.

Additional information

Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders.

Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Drug Testing: You must submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: *** Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: *** OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch.

If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. DHS uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty.

False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. To review terms found in this announcement click here.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act.

Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to ***.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan' Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.