Chief Financial Officer, Detachment 5

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Peterson Space Force Base is searching for a Chief Financial Officer for Detachment 5 (NH-0501-04, GS-14/15 Equivalent).Ideal Candidate:The ideal candidate will have earned a business Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, APDP certified in Business- Cost Estimating and preferably also certified in Financial Management. DoD experience is highly desired, along with Team Leader experience. The ideal candidate will have DoD and USAF/USSF policy experience, be a skilled analyst and manager, and an innovative action officer. Candidate must be TOP SECRET clearance eligible.Description:Primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Chief Financial Officer for Detachment 5 with Space Force, supporting the PPBE activities of space sustainment programs. Considered a Subject Matter Expert by others in the organization; sought out by others for assistance and implements approaches to resolve issues. Will lead budgeting, execution, funds control and other financial management processes and products for the program offices the detachment supports.You will direct and support the financial management activities of space weapon system sustainment programs. You will ensure that the programs adhere to DoD, DAF and HQ USSF policy and guidance for financial management policy, process, and procedures to resolve areas in which shortfalls exist. The successful candidate will define work tasks and priorities, and guide, advise, and mentor the detachments financial managers. You will provide product support planning, budget products, funds control and consultation for system program offices delivering sustainment support to the warfighter. The successful candidate will meet with and collaborate with senior leaders, program office counterparts, logistics managers, financial managers and industry partners.Key Skills and Abilities:1. Comprehensive knowledge of OMB, Congressional, and agency financial management and program objectives, budget precedents and controls guidelines and regulations.2. Knowledge of the commonly used agency budget, automated financial systems, and performance metric procedures, regulations, precedents, policies, and guides.3. Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, selecting and applying a variety of analytical methods and techniques to budgetary processes.4. Ability to conduct studies, analyze data, develop alternative options/strategies and make recommendations to resolve budget/manpower issues.5. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.6. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DOD and organization s that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process.7. Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff in critical aspects of development and production, support of systems, subsystems, or equipment and to coordinate various aspects of systems acquisition such as engineering, contracting, financial management, configuration, test, and manufacturing.8. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, with technical accuracy and to use computers and a variety of software programs and databases, gather and analyze a variety of program information, make sound judgments concerning program progress, and effectively communicate recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management and contractors.Requirements:1. Must be a U.S. citizen.2. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.3. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / SCI clearance.4. PCS and incentives are available.5. May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.6. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.7. This position is eligible for situational telework, 2-4 days per pay period.8. This position has been designated for drug testing.9. Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.”10. This is a Financial Management Level (1, 2, or 3) Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 201211. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 20 days per year.Organization:The United States Space Force (USSF) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs).The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of Defense relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space.The Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present!https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/2782534/cso-unveils-guardian-ideal-space-force-values-at-afa/