Mission Support Specialist (Finance)

Customs and Border Protection • El Paso, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs review analysis of budget management, training, logistics, procurement and all other areas of mission support resources in support of the Division. This position starts at a salary of $61,722.00 (GS-09, Step 1) to $97,087.00 (GS-11, Step 10). The Mission Support Specialist (Finance) plans and carries out mission support, budgetary and administrative research, and program planning activities related to the mission and functions of the branch including reviewing and analysis of budget, management, training, logistics, procurement and other areas.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
• All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English
• May be required to pass a background investigation
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures
• Must adhere to government ethics standards, including obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity.
• To qualify for the GS-09 grade level you must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Assisting higher graded specialists and supervisors with managing base pay, premium pay, overtime, and leave entitlements and administration. Providing technical assistance and support services to management; paying invoices in a timely manner and resolving issues as needed; Reviewing travel vouchers for complete and correct information; submission for reimbursement in accordance with federal travel regulations; Assisting in gathering metrics for reports and other evaluation products; Reviewing information and reconciling conflicting information.
• To qualify for the GS-11 grade level you must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Processing and analyzing data obtained from financial reports; Calculating projections to ensure adequate funding is allocated to cover expenses; Projecting future expenses and new requirements to complete annual budget submissions; Ensuring funds are available and processing payments; briefing management and recommending solutions to budgetary issues.
• Must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process
• Must meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 10/15/2026.

Nice To Haves

• If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Responsibilities

• Formulating, developing and executing all aspects of the division's budget; applying a range of administrative concepts, laws, policies, and analytical methods to ensure financial compliance.
• Developing, integrating, and executing the operating budget for the division; overseeing expenditures to ensure allocations, commitments, and expenditures are projected and spent accordingly.
• Managing the travel card program by serving as a Program Coordinator; serving as a certifier and or reviewer to fund and/or approve travel authorizations and vouchers.
• Monitoring overtime pay to ensure that employees do not exceed the congressionally mandated overtime cap; preparing briefings and reports to management to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations for future budgets, procurement, and travel operational needs.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level