Summary

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads the development, negotiation, and presentation of the National Intelligence Program (NIP) budget on behalf of the Director of National Intelligence to the President and the Congress. The CFO's three main responsibilities include resource management (budget analysis, formulation, justification, and execution), performance planning and evaluation, and financial management improvement.

Duties

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Work in tandem with the Intelligence Community (IC) Chief Financial Officer (IC CFO) to provide oversight of executive leadership decisions, management capabilities, and of Intelligence Community (IC) budgets, and program performance activities.

Ensure NIP investments are realistic, executable, and aligned to the National Intelligence Strategy and are well justified and defended to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Congress.

Build strong and collaborative relationships with counterparts throughout the IC and at OMB, the Department of Defense, and Congress, and leverage these ties to successfully advocate for the position and priorities of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI).

Manage, lead, plan, develop, and coordinate the implementation of the total budgetary and financial management programs of the DNI. Refine the intelligence program and budget process to better implement the priorities of leaders throughout the ODNI.

Manage and lead efforts to link performance measurements and budgeting across NIP components.

Lead, plan and modernize business practices and develop verifiable metrics, refine current practices, introduce new policies and methodologies, and measure successes.

Establish and define program strategies for financial and budgetary goals, timetables, milestones, and other criteria against which the relative costs and benefits of program achievements can be measured.

Develop overarching financial management policies and practices that affect the overall efficiency and economy of the IC.

Oversee the IC Procurement Executive and collaborate with IC partners to advance acquisition/procurement tradecraft, promote best-practices, and foster innovation.

Serve as a senior advocate for IC facilities priorities and oversight. Collaborate with IC elements to deliver integrated facilities and real property stewardship solutions to support worldwide IC mission readiness.

Lead, manage, and direct a professional level staff, evaluate performance, collaborate on goal setting, and provide feedback and guidance regarding personal and professional development opportunities.

Partner with U.S. Government agencies to ensure the delivery of effective and efficient mission support services to customers.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
• You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age.
• You must be willing to move to the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA).
• You must successfully complete a medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.

PROBATIONARY & TRIAL PERIODS

Employees newly appointed to the Senior National Intelligence Service (SNIS) are subject to a twelve (12)-month probationary period to assess their ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at a level of excellence expected of a senior executive. For permanent employees newly hired into the ODNI, the probationary period will run concurrently with the first twelve (12) months of a new employee's two (2)-year trial period.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs)

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualification (ICSOCQ) in your resume. Please see qualification section.

Qualifications

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs)

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualification (ICSOCQ) listed below in your resume. RESUMES MUST NOT EXCEED TWO (2) PAGES. Resumes over the two (2)-page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, educations, and accomplishments applicable to the qualifications. If your resume does not demonstrate evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. For more information regarding ECQs, please visit the Executive Core Qualifications page on the OPM website.

ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and Principles of the American Founding

This core qualification requires a 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.

ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency

This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

ECQ 3: Merit and Competence

This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4: Leading People

This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward 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.

ECQ 5: Achieving Results

This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

ISCOCQ: Leading the Intelligence Enterprise

This core qualification involves the ability to integrate resources, information, interests, and activities effectively in support of the Intelligence Community's mission and to lead and leverage cross-organizational collaborative networks to achieve significant mission results. Inherent to this senior officer qualification is a deep understanding of the intelligence enterprise and a shared commitment to the IC's core values.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualification Review Board (QRB)) or your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Mandatory Requirements:

Superior knowledge and understanding of IC budget policies, authorizations, and appropriations processes and procedures.

Expert experience of IC financial and business planning processes and ability to formulate, defend, and implement IC programs and budgets.

Superior knowledge of analytic, diagnostic, and qualitative techniques sufficient to identify, evaluate, and recommend appropriate solutions to resolve the most complex financial matters.

Comprehensive knowledge of the IC mission, objectives, policies and current events across the IC.

Exemplary problem-solving skills and ability to identify problems and implement corrective processes.

Comprehensive knowledge of the Federal government's regulations regarding business practices and procedures to successfully formulate and execute fiscal budgetary responsibilities.

Expert experience working issues/projects/programs with other members of the Intelligence Community and Oversight bodies.

Expert experience coordinating complex or contentious issues across multiple agencies.

Outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills, and the ability to build consensus, work effectively, and independently exert influence to major stakeholders.

Superior oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey complex information and technical data to all levels of management.

Desired Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent financial experience.

Experience serving in a CFO office.

Familiarity with the IC's procurement and contracting efforts and enhancing the collective performance of these disciplines in support of attaining mission needs in a rapidly changing national security environment.

Experience overseeing acquisition programs and/or facility portfolios.

Education

Bachelors Degree

Additional information

Reemployed Annuitants: Individuals who are already receiving an annuity based on their previous civilian employment with the Federal government are subject to the guidelines set by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), as outlined in 5 CFR Part 553, regarding the reemployment of annuitants.

JOB INTERVIEW TRAVEL: Candidates from outside the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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