Senior Advisor for Financial Strategies & Policy

Summary

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking highly qualified individuals who are willing to meet the challenges of public service and support our mission. Our compensation package is comparable to the private sector. And we also offer a broad array of program activities to develop your career, such as: networking and training opportunities. At HUD, you'll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain insight into federal housing policy and community development.

Duties

The Senior Advisor for Financial Strategy and Policies reports to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) and serves the DCFO's principal advisor and is recognized as a technical expert in the execution and implementation of financial strategies and policies. The Senior Advisor for Financial Strategy and Policies is required to keep abreast of the OCFO's financial management issues which may have an impact on current or future missions and provide oversight, data analysis and recommendations for the CFO's programs. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conducts studies on matters of special and immediate concern to the DCFO in response to Departmental requests, Executive Orders, GAO requests, and Office of Management and Budget directives. Independently establishes parameters for assignments and develops project plans. Assignments involve in-depth analysis of interrelated facts and issues; the identification of different schools of thought; and interpretation of pertinent legislation, historical precedents, and resource implications. Provides oversight of audit remediation and monitors remediation progress, addresses program risks and escalated issues, approves Closure Packages for submission to the validating authority, and provides final direction on validation and remediation closure decisions. Participates in the success of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program and related projects which encompasses the full range of factors affecting program/project accomplishment: Identifying, diagnosing, and consulting on problem areas related to implementation and goal achievement and making decisions on alternative courses of action; provides internal reports on agency's ERM status that contain quantitatively and qualitatively rigorous analysis of key risks including credit, market, liquidity, operational, government and reputational risks as well as to meet external required reports to organizations such as Congress, and other governmental agencies Chief Risk Offices. Participates in the agency's operational risk portfolio by monitoring significant and emerging risks, providing strategic direction on risk response and mitigation, and ensuring enterprise operational risks are effectively tracked, reported, and communicated to senior leadership to support informed, risk-based decision-making. Gives sound advice on issues, decisions, and actions concerning OCFO's programmatic initiatives, to allow for the assessment of varying impacts and consequences of these decisions, as well as likely consequences of alternative determinations, and proposes optimum solutions to management concerns. Analyzes issues affecting accounting policies and procedures. Develops the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of policies and programs to improve on the execution of policies and standard operating procedures. Assists in the implementation of new initiatives and program enhancements. Qualifications

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application must not exceed two (2) pages i.e., one (1) page double-sided or two (2 ) pages one-sided. To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, candidates must possess a minimum of one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to grade level GS-15. Specialized experience is defined as the demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the position, including progressively broad and complex experience directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) below. MTQ 1: Demonstrated experience in the following areas: budgetary concepts; financial accounting and reporting; internal controls; cost accounting; and financial system implementation and operations in a large organization. MTQ 2: Demonstrated experience in applying organizational guidance (equivalent to OMB Circular A-123, Management's Responsibility for Internal Control - Revised) to improve program effectiveness and results; establish internal controls; comply with laws, regulations, and organizational policies; and prospective analysis. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). Time-in-grade requirements do not apply to SL positions. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement. How You Will Be Evaluated

Applications will be evaluated based on the quality and extent of accomplishments and experience as they relate to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). A minimum qualifications screening will be conducted by the Office of Executive Resources. Eligible applicants will then be evaluated by an executive rating and ranking panel composed of a diverse mix of senior executives selected from organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. The panel discusses each application and reaches consensus as to the "Highly Qualified" (top), "Well Qualified" (middle), or "Minimally Qualified" (bottom) category. Only the individuals in the Highly Qualified (top) category will be referred to the Hiring Manager / Selection Official for interview. Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation. Your resume should be clear and concise and show a level of accomplishment and a degree of responsibility. We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants: 1. Screen for Eligibility and Minimum Requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including any minimum education and/or experience required for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible. 2. Ranking and Rating: You will be evaluated by an Executive Rating and Ranking panel based on your two (2) page resume and how well it demonstrates the required qualifications. Your resume must clearly substantiate the MTQs; if it does not, your application will be deemed ineligible. 3. Referral: If you are among the Highly Qualified (best qualified) candidates, your application will be referred to the hiring manager / selecting official for consideration and possible interview. If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (i.e., eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must be rated and ranked in the "well qualified" category to receive special selection priority. Other Information

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development strives to ensure that the public perceives HUD as a fair and equitable agency that administers its programs in an objective and impartial manner. As such, HUD is committed to its government ethics program which advises employees on applicable ethics laws and regulations designed to protect the agency against real and apparent conflicts of interest. As a federal employee, you will be subject to the Standards of Ethical Conduct, and the U.S. criminal conflict of interest statutes. As a HUD employee, you will also be subject to the HUD Supplemental Ethics Regulations which includes restrictions on working in a real estate related business, and having Section 8 tenants, along with other prohibited interests and outside activities and employment. To review applicable ethics rules, including HUD specific rules, please visit https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/general_counsel/ethics. Depending on your position, you may also be required to file a confidential financial disclosure report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of your appointment. Upon your new appointment, you will receive guidance regarding your ethics obligations. You will also be required to attend a mandatory ethics training within 3 months of your appointment. If you have any questions or concerns about the ethics requirements, please contact the Ethics and Appeals Division at email address: [email protected] Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire CompetencyBased Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)