U.S. Courts

Job Title: Financial Operations Supervisor

Department: Judicial Branch

Agency: U.S. Courts

Sub Agency: United States Court of International Trade

Job Announcement Number: FY10-02

SALARY RANGE:	73,785.00 - 141,737.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD:	Friday, February 05, 2010 to Friday, February 26, 2010
SERIES & GRADE:	CL-0501-29/30
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full-Time Permanent
DUTY LOCATIONS:	1 vacancy - New York City, NY
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:	Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute.

JOB SUMMARY:

The United States Court of International Trade is currently accepting applications for a Financial Operations Supervisor. This position reports to the Financial and Budget Administrator and assists in overseeing and coordinating administrative, technical and professional work related to budget, finance, accounting, and procurement, ensuring compliance with the appropriate guidelines, policies and approved internal controls.

Duties

Additional Duty Location Info:

1 vacancy - New York City, NY

The incumbent is responsible for: funds management; payables; collections; disbursements; safekeeping, depositing, accounting and reporting of monies received by the Court. The Financial Operations Supervisor also assists in the development and execution of the Court's budget and provides reports to the Financial and Budget Administrator on the status of funds.

This position is accountable to management for the quality and quantity of work and for assuring efficient and economical operations in the Section. As part of the Management Team, the Financial Operations Supervisor participates in the development, implementation and refinement of office policies, procedures and programs. The incumbent supervises the staff of the Financial and Property Management Section in accomplishing the day-to-day tasks associated with the financial related operations of the Court and acts for the Financial and Budget Administrator in her absence.

Qualifications and Evaluations

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To qualify for the position at the CL 29 level, applicants must have five years of progressively responsible administrative, supervisory, managerial or professional work experience in at least one, but preferably two or more, functional areas of budgeting, accounting, auditing, financial reporting and procurement, including at least one year equivalent to work at CL-28. Applicants must have skill in dealing with others at every level in person-to-person work relationships; the ability to motivate and guide employees in a variety of financial-related matters; skill in working with senior management; the ability to recognize systemic errors and their probable causes; the ability to analyze problems and assess the practical implications of alternate solutions; and the ability to consistently demonstrate sound judgment and high ethical standards. The applicant must possess sophisticated computer skills; have knowledge of the basic concepts, principles and theories of management and leadership; and have the ability to understand the managerial policies applicable to the Court. Experience in financial and accounting systems is highly desired. Effective written and oral communication, including the ability to prepare financial reports, are essential.

At least two years experience supervising/managing financial-related professionals is highly desired. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance or related field is required.

You will need to successfully complete a high-sensitive background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to site specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.

Benefits and Other Info

BENEFITS:

A generous benefits package is available and includes the following: paid annual and sick leave; ten paid federal holidays; participation in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB), dental and vision insurance options under the Federal Employees Vision and Dental Insurance Program (FEDVIP), Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Long-Term Care Insurance, Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).

OTHER INFORMATION:

This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.

How To Apply

HOW TO APPLY:

Mail your applications so it will be postmarked by closing date. If hand delivered, be sure your application is received by closing date.

In a cover letter, please specify how you satisfy the qualifications listed above, along with a detailed résumé and two letters of recommendation. All applications should be directed via mail to: United States Court of International Trade, One Federal Plaza, New York, NY 10278-0001, Attn: Human Resources, #FY10-02 or via e-mail to: human_resources@cit.uscourts.gov. Please use only one method of application.

Cover Letter

Resume

Two Letters of Recommendation

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

US Court of International Trade Phone: No phone calls please Email: human_resources@cit.uscourts.gov

Agency Information: US Court of International Trade One Federal Plaza New York, NY 10278 US

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.