APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00041659

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:
Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY

This position serves as a member of the Texas State Guard (TXSG) employed by the Texas Military Department and performs highly complex (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis. Work involves coordinating budgetary activities, reviewing and analyzing budgets and performance measures, and providing technical advice and assistance on budgetary matters. May supervise the work of others. This position will interact with organizational leadership at all echelons. Incumbent plans, carries out the details, and performs the technical analysis and research required to meet defined objectives. Work is performed independently within the defined objectives of the position. Reports to the TXSG Deputy Chief of Staff and works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage day-to-day activities within the State Guard Finance Department (T8).
• Manages M-Day T8 staff development plans and activities.
• Establishes goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and manages evaluation activities.
• Oversees the preparation of budgetary and management reports within the Texas State Guard.
• Oversees the development and evaluation of budgetary performance and workload measures within the Texas State Guard.
• Analyzes expenditure patterns and cost drivers and makes recommendations on the use of funds within the Texas State Guard.
• Coordinates the preparation of budgets to provide management with expenditure data, trends, and recommendations.
• Prepares and/or coordinates the preparation of operating budgets.
• Ensures accurate and timely submission of the strategic plan and legislative appropriations requests, fiscal notes, analyses of legislation, and requests for federal funding.
• Plan, develop, and conduct comprehensive training programs for Texas State Guard financial staff.
• Ensures coordination of budgeting procedures, preparation, and reporting.
• Establishes work methods and priorities and determines methodologies and techniques for performing budget evaluations.
• Informs management of budget deviations, problems, and events likely to affect operations; explains causes; and measures effect on the agency’s mission and resources.
• May issue instructions on budget and funding policies, procedures, and methods.
• May supervise the work of others.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• Required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
• Performs related work as assigned.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must have and maintain an active membership in the Texas State Guard as a condition of employment. Must be qualified for entry into or continued service in the Texas State Guard in accordance with all applicable regulatory policies. Candidates must meet age, education, aptitude, physical and character requirements for the TXSG. The State Military Specialist must wear the appropriate military duty uniform while engaged in their State service status.
• NOTE: If applicants are not currently members of the TXSG, they must be willing to join and become a member upon employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required (see substitution).

PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in coursework in accounting, business management, financial planning or a related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Five years’ experience in accounting, financial planning and or budget preparation work is required.
• Three years supervisory experience is required.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint Outlook is required.

SUBSTITUTION

• Additional years of full-time work experience in accounting, auditing, budget preparation and analysis and/or performance measurement report work may substitute for required education on a year-per-year basis.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience preparing performance measurement report work is preferred.
• Experience using the Automated Budget Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST) is preferred.
• Experience using Uniform Statewide Accounting System is preferred.
• Experience in managing governmental Fiscal year budget activities is preferred.
• Experience in operational support processes involving the United States military in the active service is preferred.
• Previous experience in overseeing the preparation of budgetary and management reports is preferred.
• Experience in conducting training programs and overseeing staff development is preferred.
• Experience working in a volunteer organization is preferred.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE

• A valid driver’s license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for driving state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Membership in the TXSG is required. Must be a current member of the TXSG or eligible to join upon employment by TMD. For more information on the Texas State Guard, go to https://tmd.texas.gov/texas-state-guard-hq and https://tmd.texas.gov/texas-state-guard-history The State Guard does not deploy outside the State of Texas.
• Must be able to meet certain physical requirements as identified by the position being selected.
• Must pass a criminal history check to join the Texas State Guard.
• Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC). Selected candidate must pass a federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures;
• forecasting methodologies;
• legislative appropriations request and annual operating budget processes;
• automated accounting, budgeting, and forecasting programs;
• performance measurement and reporting; and
• legal restrictions governing allocation of funds.

Skill in:

• analyzing financial data;
• communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;
• developing performance objectives.
• operating office equipment and accounting programs
• operating a personal computer with MS applications to include Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
• coordinating budget activities;
• critical thinking; and
• instructing and training others

Ability to:

• analyze fiscal management information to determine appropriate use of funds;
• monitor and report on performance measurement, to analyze management problems and develop and present alternative solutions;
• to coordinate the gathering and analysis of data;
• to perform statistical analyses.
• to identify and develop budgetary reports and schedules.
• to analyze management problems and develop and present solutions.
• to communicate effectively
• to supervise the work of others.
• work in a military environment.

PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is generally performed in a sedentary office setting, involving sitting, standing and walking to perform job duties. Office work requires extensive use of a personal computer and telephone. Candidate must also be able to lift, carry, move and/or set up equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Special assignments may occasionally be performed outdoors with exposure to inclement or hot weather. Requires the ability to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying. Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran – DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty – Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active duty orders, PCSorders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability – Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: 36B - Financial Management Technician

United States Navy: 651X - LDO-Supply Corps

United States Coast Guard: FIN10 - Finance

United States Marine Corps: 3451 - Financial Management Resource Analyst

United States Air Force: 65FX - Financial Management

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Military (texas.gov)

Contact TMD’s Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.