SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

📍 Multiple Locations · 🏛 Department of the Air Force Headquarters · 💰 $121,954–$174,210 per year · 🎓 DO 3 · 🧭 Financial Administration And Program (0501) · ⏳ Closes Nov 19, 2026 · 8 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 10, 2026
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About this job

The Air Force Research Laboratory is currently looking to fill a DO-0501-03 (GS-14 equivalent) AFRL Supervisory Financial Specialist position to enable faster delivery of game changing technologies through financial decision making. There is one vacancy at Rome, NY and one vacancy at Kirtland AFB, NM. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Duties

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Duties include, but are not limited to: - Supervises and guides financial management employees, providing mentorship, technical direction, and opportunities for professional development. - Oversees financial management activities to ensure effective funds execution in accordance with published AFRL Financial Management expectations and in support of Science and Technology mission requirements. Ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data to support transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making. - Provides expert financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic resource allocation, organizational priorities, and warfighter needs. Advocates for resources necessary to sustain and advance mission priorities while identifying opportunities to optimize funding for critical investments. - Analyzes and resolves complex financial management problems, builds consensus among diverse organizations, and refines business goals to influence organizational policies and programs. Identifies and implements improvements to financial management processes, systems, and data infrastructure to enhance execution capabilities, analytical depth, and organizational performance. - Coordinates integrated financial management services and activities to improve operational efficiency and support enterprise and mission objectives. Promotes collaboration across AFRL mission organizations to leverage expertise, identify opportunities for cross-mission technical programs, and maximize resources in support of warfighter needs.

Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. To qualify for this position, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the DO-2 broadband. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Required Qualifications United States Citizenship. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience related to the position at the next lower grade. To qualify for the DO-03 (GS-14 equivalent) level, applicants must have DO-2, GS-13, or equivalent experience in other pay systems. This is an APDP position requiring Level/Tier 3 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Business-Financial Management (K). This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. The selectee will have 24 months to meet APDP requirements, or a waiver must be obtained. Applicants for this position must list any acquisition certifications and status as an acquisition corps member in their resume. This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. The incumbent of this position will be required to file annual financial disclosures to ensure there are no conflicts of interest in the performance of these duties. Desired Qualifications Master's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field desired. Experience successfully interfacing and collaborating with business partners across multiple functions outside of financial management. Financial management knowledge, including the ability to analyze financial data and effectively communicate data and results. Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to work effectively with others and contribute to achieving desired results. Knowledge or experience with Department of Defense acquisition requirements and financial management concepts, principles, practices, laws, and regulations. Experience defining, leading, and managing business management or professional program area which includes a full range of complex functional areas. Experience providing written and oral communications to customers and leadership. Experience formulating short- and long-term strategies across subordinate units to achieve significant results in support of the organization's goals and long-term vision.

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How to apply

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. TO APPLY FOR THE ROME, NY POSITION: Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). The vacancy may also be viewed on LinkedIn. TO APPLY FOR THE KIRTLAND AFB, NM POSITION: Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). The vacancy may also be viewed on LinkedIn. To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates." Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does this SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $121,954–$174,210 per year (DO 3).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 19, 2026 — 8 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Multiple Locations with the Department of the Air Force Headquarters.

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