Financial Procurement Technician

Summary

The Financial Procurement Technician performs as a contracting officer procuring goods and miscellaneous services. Also reviews and processes travel vouchers and aids with financial collections.

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

06/21/2024 to 09/20/2024

• Salary

$47,966 - $77,966 per year

This job uses the Court Personnel System (CPS) pay scale.

• Pay scale & grade

CL 25

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• New Orleans, LA

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent

• At-Will

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

None

• Job family (Series)

1106 Procurement Clerical And Technician

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Other

• Drug test

No

• Announcement number

4-2024

• Control number

797095700

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This job is open to

• The public

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

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open until filled. A Sensitive Background Check is required.

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Duties

The Financial Procurement Technician will work within the Administrative Services team and be responsible for procuring equipment, supplies, and miscellaneous services, ensuring procurement practices comply with established policies. The incumbent will review and process travel vouchers and advances, provide training, support, and guidance to Clerk's Office staff, judges, and chambers staff on all official government travel in compliance with national and court policies. The incumbent will also aid in the safekeeping, depositing, accounting, and reporting of monies received. The Financial Procurement Technician reports to the Administrative Services Supervisor and may be permitted opportunities to telework upon completion of training and in accordance with the office's telework policy.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking United States citizenship.

The successful candidate will be offered employment based on a satisfactory background check and investigation.

Employees serve under "Excepted Appointments" and are considered "At-Will" employees.

Qualifications

• Two-years general clerical experience and one-year progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience that provided knowledge of the rules, regulations, practices, and principles of financial administration and/or accounting; and involved the routine use of automated financial systems or other computer-based systems and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, or database applications.

• Fast and accurate data entry skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel, Word, and working in a Windows environment.

• Ability to process a large quantity of work quickly and efficiently with meticulous attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member to achieve a common goal.

• Proven automation and technology proficiency with a working knowledge of database applications, as well as financial and accounting systems.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional information

Additional information including the full vacancy announcement can be obtained at https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.

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• Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment and cover letter.

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

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and a completed AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, by email as a single PDF to Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov. Please reference the vacancy number for which you are applying in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additional information including the AO78 application form can be obtained on the Fifth Circuit website, https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/.

Agency contact information

Human Resources

Email Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov

Address US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Clerks Office

600 South Maestri Place

New Orleans, LA 70130

US

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Next steps

Applicants will be initially evaluated on how well they meet the qualifications above.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Court will only communicate with qualified applicants who will be considered for this position. Qualified applicants chosen for consideration are subject to testing for relevant skills. When applicable, applicants are selected for interviews based upon test scores.

• Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Financial suitability

• New employee probationary period

• Privacy Act

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Selective Service

• Signature and false statements

• Social security number request

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Required Documents

AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment and cover letter.

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.

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How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and a completed AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, by email as a single PDF to Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov. Please reference the vacancy number for which you are applying in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additional information including the AO78 application form can be obtained on the Fifth Circuit website, https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/.

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Agency contact information

Human Resources

Email Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov

Address US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Clerks Office

600 South Maestri Place

New Orleans, LA 70130

US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Applicants will be initially evaluated on how well they meet the qualifications above.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Court will only communicate with qualified applicants who will be considered for this position. Qualified applicants chosen for consideration are subject to testing for relevant skills. When applicable, applicants are selected for interviews based upon test scores.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Financial suitability

• New employee probationary period

• Privacy Act

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Selective Service

• Signature and false statements

• Social security number request

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

06/21/2024 to 09/20/2024

• Salary

$47,966 - $77,966 per year

This job uses the Court Personnel System (CPS) pay scale.

• Pay scale & grade

CL 25

• Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• New Orleans, LA

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent

• At-Will

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

None

• Job family (Series)

1106 Procurement Clerical And Technician

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Other

• Drug test

No

• Announcement number

4-2024

• Control number

797095700

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/797095700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.