Site Director- Columbus

Summary

The Site Director- Columbus oversees the operational management of the DFAS Columbus and DFAS Limestone sites and leads Department of War (DOW)-wide programs supplying global financial shared services to U.S. Department of the Air Force (DAF), the U.S. Space Force (USSF), the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and other Defense Agencies and Field Activities (DAFAs).


The position is located in Columbus (Whitehall), OH.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Senior executives

Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

Clarification from the agency

All groups of qualified individuals

Duties

• Provides strategic direction, leadership and oversight for DFAS Columbus and DFAS Limestone site operations consistent with Agency and DOW mission, vision, values and goals.
• Supports a large customer base and serves as the senior DoW executive for the contract pay center of excellence.
• Leads, develops and implements agency strategy regarding legislative changes, technological modernization, and changes in governmental policies and procedures involving important Accounting and Finance and resource management issues.
• Reviews and approves budget estimates and financial plans; presents and defends the sites' budgetary requirements, ensuring that programs and policies are implemented in accordance with Agency and DoD objectives and strategic financial goals.
• Collaborates with all levels of DoW, military components, other Federal agencies (e.g., OMB, Government Accountability Office (GAO), General Services Agency (GSA) in execution of agency mission and in support of operational infrastructure.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certificate
• Compliance with the provision of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, as amended, submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, upon assuming the position, annuallly, and upon termnnation of employement is required.
• New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.

Qualifications

This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES), a small elite group of top government leaders. SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations.



This position has a positive education requirement. To qualify you must meet one of the basic requirements described below:


1.Completion of all requirements for a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR


2. A combination of education and experience- at least 4 years of experience in accounting or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of Business Law; OR a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination.



YOU MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF EDUCATION AND/OR CERTIFICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. Click here for more information regarding acceptable documentation: Transcripts and Certifications


In addition to meeting the basic requirement, in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your application package that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) related to this position within your resume. Your resume MAY NOT EXCEED two pages. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. ECQs and TQs must be addressed within your resume. Separate narrative statements addressing ECQs and TQs will not be considered. Please see the "Required Documents" section for additional information.


Your resume should include examples of experience, education and accomplishments applicable to the qualifications. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive further consideration for the position.



EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs) :

• COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING: Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
• DRIVING EFFICIENCY: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
• MERIT AND COMPETENCE : Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
• LEADING PEOPLE: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group towards meeting the organization's vision, mission and goals, and to drive a high performance, high- accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
• ACHIEVING RESULTS: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ's):

• In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, best practices and standards related to accounting, finance, budgeting, resource management or a related business function.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in sponsoring technical innovations and process improvements in accounting, finance, budgeting, resource management or a related business function.

DoD Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences.


In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 1300.26 "Operation of the DoD Financial Management Certification Program," this position requires you to obtain an Level 3 Certification under the DoD Financial Management Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position. Failure to become certified within the required timeframe may be grounds for removal. from the position and/or Federal service. Once certified, the incumbent must obtain the required Continuing Education and Training (CET) units as outlined in DoDI 1300.26. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Current and Former Career SES members, and graduates of SES CDP programs with OPM Certified ECQ's need to only address the technical qualifications (and need not respond to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)). Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
• Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
• The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret security clearance.
• The incumbent is required to comply with the provision of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, as amended, which requires the submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
• All newly appointed career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
• Executive Core Qualifications of the selectee are subject to approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) unless selectee is currently servicing under a SES appointment, is an OPM CDP Graduate, or has SES Reinstatement eligibility.
• Tiering: The Office of the Secretary of War structures its SES positions into tiers to determine the pay range for each position. The categories are based on the position scope, breadth, functions and placement with the organizational structure of the Department. This is a Tier 2 position.
• Occasional Travel Required.
• Permanent Change of Station Costs (PCS) may be paid.
• For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.
• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for a selected candidate who meets the criteria specified in 5 CFR Part 575.
• As a condition of employment, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period unless you have previously completed a probationary period in the SES.
• Veterans' preference does not apply to positions in the Senior Executive Service. If you have questions about the applicability of veterans' preference for a particular vacancy, please contact the agency posting the announcement.
• Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (dfas.mil) for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act, exceptions, and DFAS contact information.

All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.


Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to the position. The Selectee's application will be forwarded to OPM for review and certification by the QRB through a Structured Interview process unless he/she provides evidence of their non-competitive status (i.e., current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible).


For more information regarding the SES, go to

Required Documents

1. Résumé: A two-page maximum resume is required. Applicant guidance on the two-page resume requirement may be found at or at
3 . Documents supporting basic education requirements as applicable (i.e., transcripts and/or professional certification).
5. Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
6. SF-50: Current and former federal employees, including those currently working for the agency, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification.


Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents as described WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.


DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.



NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.



WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by the closing date of the announcement at 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time Zone, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Your resume must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, TAG: 04/14/2026


A complete application includes your written statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, a resume, and any other documents listed below under Required Documents


Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Rebecca Hackleman

Phone

667-894-1341

Email

[email protected]

Address

DFAS - HUMAN RESOURCES
8899 E. 56th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46249
US

Next steps

We will conduct a qualifications evaluation of applicants who supply all requested material. Qualified applicants will be rated and ranked by an SES evaluation panel. Best qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome after approval of the selectee by the OPM Qualification Review Board (QRB). Our evaluation will be based on the information you supply. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.

Overview

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

03/24/2026 to 04/14/2026

Salary

$169,817 to - $228,000 per year

This is a Tier 2 Career SES position with a salary range of $169,817 - $219,000

Pay scale & grade

ES 00

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Whitehall, OH

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

No

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Senior Executive

Promotion potential

00

Job family (Series)

• 0510 Accounting

Supervisory status

Yes

Security clearance

Top Secret

Drug test

No

Position sensitivity and risk

Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Trust determination process

• National security

Financial disclosure

Yes

Bargaining unit status

No

Announcement number

ES-12853276-26

Control number

862313800