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ALL SOURCES-COMPETITIVE SERVICE/DEU VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: DEU-TM-08-028
This appointment is a permanent position in the competitive service. PROMOTION POTENTIAL WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION: NB-VII SALARY RANGE: NB-VI $88,931 - $165,432 per year NB-VII $114,469 - $213,005 per year The salary ranges above includes 13% geographic differential pay. OPENING DATE: February 13, 2008 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled* The initial cut-off date for receipt of application packages will be March 4, 2008. Applications received after this cut-off date will be considered if needed. The initial certificate of eligibles will be issued by March 12, 2008. Certificates will be issued monthly until the position is filled, at which time the posting will be closed. ORGANIZATION, DUTY LOCATION, AND NUMBER OF VACANCIES: Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Chief National Bank Examiner Office of the Chief Accountant Washington, DC More than 1 vacancy may be filled (This position is in the bargaining unit) RELOCATION: Relocation may be provided to selectees in accordance with OCC’s relocation policy. Free real estate information on job locations is available to OCC employees and job applicants by calling OCC’s relocation management firm at 1-800-257-4092. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All U.S. citizens that qualify may apply regardless of where they reside. MAJOR DUTIES: Conducts research and assists in formulating accounting policy and reporting standards for national banks. Coordinates policy development with staffs of the accounting standard-setters, including the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and representatives of the other regulatory agencies, as appropriate. Studies and interprets current generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and identifies appropriate solutions to complex accounting and reporting issues raised by examiners, banks and the accounting profession. Monitors and interprets the effects of industry developments and emerging accounting issues and their impact to national banks. Analyzes specific bank accounting practices for compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements. Counsels OCC senior management and staff and senior management of national banks on accounting practices and developments. Researches and responds to accounting questions submitted by OCC personnel, bankers, public accountants and other regulatory agencies. Provides on-site assistance on bank examinations requiring accounting expertise. Handles routine accounting and fundamental reporting questions directly, and consults with senior staff on precedent setting issues or formal accounting opinions. Participates in the development of international accounting standards and supervisory guidance through the OCC’s representation on the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision and its related working groups. Represents the Chief Accountant's Office in various conferences with bankers and public accountants. Serves as a speaker or conference leader at industry conferences. Plans and conducts meetings with public accounting firms, banking organizations, and other regulatory agencies to exchange information and discuss emerging accounting issues. Assists in the development and implementation of OCC training programs relative to bank accounting issues. Participates on OCC task forces and group projects that analyze major issues affecting the banking industry and recommends policy options. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A. Degree: accounting; 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 or credit in business law. OR B. 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. The applicant’s background must also include one of the following: 1. Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. (This can include up to 6 hours of business law); 2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or 3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which in normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant’s education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. AND To qualify for the band VI, this position also requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band, NB-V. To qualify for the band VII, this position also requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band, NB-VI. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: experience that reflects a knowledge of accounting theories, practices, methods, and techniques; skill in analyzing accounting systems or modifying and adapting conventional accounting and analytical techniques to solve a variety of accounting problems. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements. 2. Ability to apply diversified accounting concepts, theories and practices to unique and complex transactions. 3. Ability to develop new approaches, methods or techniques for the solution of problems in bank accounting. 4. Skill and experience in presenting complex accounting issues and policies in writing and orally. 5. Ability to establish and maintain effective relations with senior staff and management, other regulatory agency officials and industry representatives and a demonstrated ability to work effectively on teams. BASIS FOR RATING: Qualified applicants will be rated and ranked based on the extent and quality of their total background as it relates to the requirements of the position to be filled. Applicants should provide information on how they meet the KSAs in a supplemental narrative statement. Applicants should describe experience, education, training, and other activities that reflect possession of these factors. Failure to submit this information may negatively affect your rating for this position. All answers provided must be substantiated by your resume. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position. As a condition of employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. OTHER INFORMATION: Applications received from individuals with competitive status will be considered under merit promotion procedures only. The Comptroller of the Currency provides the following benefits: *401(k) Program *Thrift Savings Program *Free Dental and Vision Insurance *Free Long-Term Disability *Work Life Programs *Free Business Travel Insurance *Federal Employees’ Health Benefits Program *Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance Program *OCC Group Life Insurance Program *OCC Domestic Partner Benefits All qualified applicants will receive appropriate consideration without regard to non-merit factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, politics, disability, or sexual orientation that do not relate to successful performance of the duties of this position. To request information and application forms, hearing impaired applicants may use TDD# (202) 874-5642. OCC provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be received by the Delegated Examining Unit in Dallas, TX by the closing date of the announcement. You may apply by fax, mail or E-mail (Using Word or PDF formats only). Receipt of applications will be acknowledged. Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated solely on the information submitted in their applications. Failure to submit all of the information requested may result in you not receiving full consideration. All application materials become the property of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and will not be returned. The OCC utilizes a variety of methods to evaluate the qualifications of applicants. The most commonly used methods include, but are not limited to, rating and ranking by a Human Resources Specialist, use of a rating panel, or use of an automated applicant system such as Career Connector. Persons with disabilities, disabled veterans, VRA eligibles, and others eligible for a noncompetitive appointment under special appointing authorities must clearly indicate eligibility on their application and provide supporting documentation. Failure to provide proof of eligibility will result in you not receiving full consideration. 1. Resume, or OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, or other written application format of your choice. The OF-612 is available on the Office of Personnel Management’s electronic forms website at www.opm.gov/forms/. Be sure to provide all of the information requested below: - Job announcement number, title, series, grade and location for which you are applying - OCC employee identification number (for OCC employees only) - Country of Citizenship - If ever employed by the Federal Government, show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in the grade - Education - Work experience including dates of employment, employer’s name, address and phone number - Other relevant qualifications 3. Copy of most recent performance appraisal, if applicable and available. 4. All current and former federal employees must submit a copy of their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (Standard Form 50) showing tenure group and promotion potential (if any). 5. Applicants claiming veteran preference or eligibility for Veterans Readjustment Appointment must submit a copy of their DD-214 and, if disabled, an SF-15 with letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. 6. If available, please include an E-mail address where status notifications may be sent via E-mail. CTAP AND ICTAP APPLICANTS: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) applicants must provide proof of eligibility, such as a copy of their specific RIF notice of separation, Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) showing the RIF separation, or Certification of Expected Separation. Applicants may also be asked for documentation from their human resources office reflecting the promotion potential of their most recent federal position. Selection priority will be given to eligible, well-qualified CTAP/ICTAP applicants. Well-qualified employees are eligible employees who (i) meet the basic qualification standards and eligibility requirements for the position, including any medical qualifications, suitability, and minimum educational and experience requirements for the position; (ii) meet all selective placement factors, where applicable, and are rated above the minimum level on all quality ranking factors (KSAs); (iii) are physically qualified, with reasonable accommodation where appropriate, to perform the essential duties of the position; (iv) meet any special qualifying condition(s) that OPM has approved for the position; and (v) are able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry. Submit the above documents to: Fax 301-333-7012 (All faxes go directly to Mrs. Keys in Dallas, TX) E-Mail: OCCHRDEU@occ.treas.gov Comptroller of the Currency Human Resources Solutions 500 North Akard Street, Suite 1600 Attn: Saundra Keys, DEU-TM-08-028 Dallas, TX 75201 Phone: 214-720-7058 The OCC highly recommends that applicants submit their documents via fax or e-mail. Due to mail screening, it may take up to two weeks for the OCC to receive any mailed documents. For more information, you may contact LaChelle Crowder at 214-720-7058, or you may submit questions to OCCHRDEU@occ.treas.gov. (Do not submit documents directly to this contact person.) OCC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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