DEFENSE TRAVEL SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR-TITLE 5 with Security Clearance

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a DEFENSE TRAVEL SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR-TITLE 5,

Position Description Number PDT5129000 and is part of the KY USPFO, National Guard. ***NOTE: Current on-board applicants (AREA 1A, TITLE 5 employees only) will retain current tenure and be temporarily promoted or reassigned.*** Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a DEFENSE TRAVEL SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR-TITLE 5,

Position Description Number PDT5129000 and is part of the KY USPFO, National Guard. ***NOTE: Current on-board applicants (AREA 1A, TITLE 5 employees only) will retain current tenure and be temporarily promoted or reassigned.*** Overview Accepting applications Open 10/22/2026 to 10/27/2026 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Frankfort, KY No matching locations found.

Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$61,722 - $80,243 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9
Promotion potential
None Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type
Temporary promotion - Not to Exceed: 31 DEC 2031 Occupations and job series

• 0503 Financial Clerical And Assistance

Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union
No Drug test
No
Security clearance
Secret
Financial disclosure required
No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number
KY-13099459-AR-27-018
Control number
889954500 This job is open to
Help Internal to an agency Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement. Clarification from the agency Open to:
Area 1A-All current federal employees within Kentucky Army National Guard (T5, with permanent, conditional or indefinite tenure) Duties
Help As a DEFENSE TRAVEL SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR-TITLE 5, GS-0503-9, you will serve as the Financial Defense Travel System Administrator (FDTSA) subject matter expert (SME), Defense Travel System (DTS) for the USPFO, and KY ARNG. Responsible for authorizing and setting up the correct lines of accounting. Perform a variety of analytical, technical, and administrative work for substantive programs and support activities. Perform a variety of budgetary and administrative functions in implementing the organization's travel program, policies, and procedures. Maintain the correct Lines of Accounting in DTS to corresponding fiscal year budgets. Responsible for the control and coordination of all required actions to support successful deployments, operation and management of DTS for all military soldiers and Civilian employees. Serve as the liaison between the USPFO/state ARNG and Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Project Management Office (PMO-DTS). Serve as the SME for resolving difficult or sensitive problems with DTS. Provide analysis regarding the various accounting methods, procedures and techniques to validate DTS transactions. Implement and manage day-to-day activities during DTS operations. Coordinate development of traveler profiles, organizational data, reporting, budgetary, and document flow procedures in DTS. Ensure system requirements and activities are identified, met and resolved, including all technical, administrative and/or operational problems and conflicts. Responsible for help desk operations, resolution of travel issues, accuracy of travel database(s) tables and certifications, and sustainment training requirements. Develop help desk policies, processes, and procedures Responsible and accountable for the state ARNG's data requirements, user profiles, organization hierarchy, routing groups, per diem rates and Lines of Accounting, etc. Establish and manage a training program for ODTA's, Authorizing Officials/Certifying Officials (AO/CO) etc. Assign appropriate permission levels to official personnel and travelers in the DTS hierarchy. Research the Federal Travel Regulations to resolve issues and complex travel problems. Develop/revise travel standard operating procedures and reports that relate to TDY issues, processes, and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.
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Position Description PDT5129000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, . Requirements
Help Conditions of employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. May be subject to furlough actions. Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility. This position is located on a tobacco free facility.

Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation. Financial Management Level 2 Certification: Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all DoD and DoA requirements of this certification program as a condition of employment for this position. Employees must obtain the appropriate certification levels for their positions within 24 months after initial assignment; and, employees must maintain the positions' continuous training and education studies, as identified for each certification level, during the defined 24 month period.

Qualifications Applicants who meet the DoD Priority Placement Program. (See Required Documents Section) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least one (1) year experience at the next lower level in the normal line of progression through federal service (GS-08) or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the experience and knowledge of financial programs, principles, and procedures. Experience that demonstrates the ability to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies and procedures.

Experience providing analysis, validation, processing and correction of financial transactions. Experience in the Defense Travel System (DTS) and the ability to manage complex processes related to DTS. Experience using correct lines of accounting for payment of Government funds. Experience with a variety of analytical, technical, and administrative programs that were funded through a number of sources such as, reimbursable accounts and transfer of funds between organizations. Experience making adjustments to budget estimates to different DoD organizations through cross examination.

Competent in the control and coordination of all required actions to support successful deployments, operation and management of DTS for all military soldiers and Civilian employees. Knowledgeable of the liaison work requirements between the USPFO/state ARNG and Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Project Management Office (PMO-DTS), in regard to the functional use of DTS, monitoring and maintenance of DTS, as well as, the identification of and analyzing problem areas. Experience with various accounting methods, procedures, and/or techniques to validate DTS transactions.

Experience and knowledge of managing the day-to-day activities during system operations, such as, personnel data download and review, business process analysis, DTA training and Defense Accounting and Disbursing System (DADS) and Commercial Travel Office (CTO) connectivity. Ability to maintain a database of user information and control user access to Privacy Act Information and travel documents. Experience participating or developing a training program for ODTAs and/or Authorizing Officials/Certifying Officials (AO/CO).

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position.

Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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.

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 announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed o