USA Staffing

Position Title: Accounting Technician
Agency: Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers
Announcement Number: FLETC-CFO-25-12686896 Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, February 10, 2025 to Thursday, April 10, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a U.S. citizen?

All U.S. citizens are eligible.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Glynco, GA

B. Cheltenham, MD

C. Artesia, NM

D. Charleston County, SC

1. How did you learn about this Department of Homeland Security (DHS) job opportunity announcement?

2. I have thoroughly reviewed the 'How to Apply/Required Documents' & 'Qualifications' sections of this Vacancy Announcement to determine which supplemental documents to submit. This may include: Transcripts to verify undergraduate/graduate education; A Current/Non-Award SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting current position title, series, grade, position occupied, tenure, highest salary (including basic pay) and duty location if I am a current/former Federal employee; DD-214 if I am a veteran (and SF-15/VA Letter if applicable), etc. I understand that failure to fax or upload required documents by the vacancy announcement's closing date may result in loss of consideration. Answer to this question is required.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Do you understand this position will require you to come into the office 5 days a week?

A. Yes

B. No

4. Do you understand there is no PCS or other incentives being offered?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the statement that best describes your level of experience or education as it pertains to this Accounting Technician position.

A. I possess 1-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level specialized experience for this position includes utilizing accounting procedures, techniques and terminology; entering and retrieving data in an automated accounting and/or billing system; and reconciling, adjusting, balancing, and maintaining accounting transactions.

B. I have successfully completed 4 years (120 semester hours) of education obtained in an accredited college or university in any field. You must provide a copy of your transcripts

C. I possess an equivalent combination of successfully completed education and experience. You must provide a copy of your transcripts. Only semester hours in excess of first 60 hours will be credited.

D. My background does not match any of the statements above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

2. Have you processed financial documents and payments in an automated accounting system? Please ensure your response is supported by your resume.

A. Yes

B. No

3. From the choices below, please select the one that best describes your experience providing customer service to vendors, contractors, internal and external customers as related to accounting/financial functions. Please ensure that your response is supported by your resume.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in performing the task but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of my position. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or is normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist in doing this task because of my expertise.

4. From the choices below, please select the one that best describes your experience conducting research and analyzing accounting data to make determinations and recommendations. Please ensure that your response is supported by your resume.

A. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of my position. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or is normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.

5. Choose the answer(s) that best describes your experience performing accounting/financial functions. Choose all that apply and please ensure that your response is supported by your resume.

A. I have identified discrepancies, determined source of errors and prepared the necessary adjustments.

B. I have reviewed automated reports and verified information.

C. I have performed research on questionable items.

D. I have prepared monthly reports and reconciliations for submission to the appropriate staff.

E. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

6. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, ALL of the information provided on this application is true, accurate, and complete, and that this application for employment is made in good faith. I understand that a false statement on any part of this application may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also understand that I may be punished by fine or imprisonment for falsification of my employment application (18 USC 1001). I understand that information I give may be investigated as allowed by law or Executive order. Do you understand and agree to all the above?

A. Yes

B. No

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