Site Director- Columbus

Full Job Description

The Site Director- Columbus oversees the operational management of the DFAS Columbus and DFAS Limestone sites and leads Department of War (DOW)-wide programs supplying global financial shared services to U.S.

Department of the Air Force (DAF), the U.S.

Space Force (USSF), the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and other Defense Agencies and Field Activities (DAFAs).

The position is located in Columbus (Whitehall), OH. This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES), a small elite group of top government leaders.

SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations. This position has a positive education requirement.

To qualify you must meet one of the basic requirements described below: 1.Completion of all requirements for a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR 2.

A combination of education and experience- at least 4 years of experience in accounting or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality.

This can include up to 6 hours of Business Law; OR a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination.

YOU MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF EDUCATION AND/OR CERTIFICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Click here for more information regarding acceptable documentation: Transcripts and Certifications In addition to meeting the basic requirement, in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your application package that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) related to this position within your resume.

Your resume MAY NOT EXCEED two pages. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. ECQs and TQs must be addressed within your resume.

Separate narrative statements addressing ECQs and TQs will not be considered. Please see the "Required Documents" section for additional information.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education and accomplishments applicable to the qualifications.

If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING: 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.

DRIVING EFFICIENCY: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

MERIT AND COMPETENCE: Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

LEADING PEOPLE: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group towards 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.

ACHIEVING RESULTS: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ's): In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, best practices and standards related to accounting, finance, budgeting, resource management or a related business function.

Demonstrated leadership experience in sponsoring technical innovations and process improvements in accounting, finance, budgeting, resource management or a related business function.

DoD Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities.

Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives.

This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences.

In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 1300.26 "Operation of the DoD Financial Management Certification Program," this position requires you to obtain an Level 3 Certification under the DoD Financial Management Program as a condition of employment.

If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position.

Failure to become certified within the required timeframe may be grounds for removal. from the position and/or Federal service.

Once certified, the incumbent must obtain the required Continuing Education and Training (CET) units as outlined in DoDI 1300.26.

Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at www.dfas.mil/careers/fmcertification.html. Major Duties:

• Provides strategic direction, leadership and oversight for DFAS Columbus and DFAS Limestone site operations consistent with Agency and DOW mission, vision, values and goals.
• Supports a large customer base and serves as the senior DoW executive for the contract pay center of excellence.
• Leads, develops and implements agency strategy regarding legislative changes, technological modernization, and changes in governmental policies and procedures involving important Accounting and Finance and resource management issues.
• Reviews and approves budget estimates and financial plans; presents and defends the sites' budgetary requirements, ensuring that programs and policies are implemented in accordance with Agency and DoD objectives and strategic financial goals.
• Collaborates with all levels of DoW, military components, other Federal agencies (e.g., OMB, Government Accountability Office (GAO), General Services Agency (GSA) in execution of agency mission and in support of operational infrastructure.