Summary The primary purpose of the position is to be the Principal Cashier (Agent Cashier) for this medical center and is responsible for the proper disbursement and collections of public and private funds in accordance with regulations of the Department of Veterans Affairs and U.S. Treasury. Responsibilities Responsible for establishing and maintaining a complex cashier function which contributes to the effective service to our customers, and the efficiency of Fiscal Service operations. Responsible for establishing, controlling, and maintaining, as the central control point, the specialized monetary systems utilized by the VA, including the designated financial institution for First Party payment processing, Cash Link, and check drafts. Must be able to quickly interpret and apply guidelines and regulations pertaining to counterfeit currency, negotiability rules, and applicable documentation. Prepares certificates of deposits covering collections and checks cashed. Makes cash disbursements in accordance with Federal Laws and regulations. Incumbent processes negotiable instruments in accordance with Treasury Manual for Cashiers. Receives and disburses funds for personal funds of patients. Collects payments of cash for certain designated classes of Fiscal Vouchers such as beneficiary and employee travel, local transportation, final salary payments to separated employees, etc. Prepares receipts for various @types of collections to include medical co-payments, third party insurance payments, and overpayments, returned checks and jury duty fees, or other collections from employees. Telework Eligibility: Not eligible for Telework Tour Information: M-F 6:45am - 3:15pm Travel Required: No Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/30/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Preferred Experience Broad knowledge of a body of financial management regulations, practices, procedures, and policies concerning the receipt disbursement and accountability of funds. General knowledge of banking, Treasury, accounting policies and procedures. Knowledge of operational functions and procedures such as those related to rate changes, stop payments, etc., sufficient to process all kinds of collections and disbursements. Broad knowledge of debit and credit principles of each disbursement or collection in order to perform accurate accounting functions. Knowledge and ability to utilize various computer systems, such as Microsoft Office applications. Asic competence in, and an understanding of, counterfeit currency, negotiability rules, and documentation is required. Proficiency with a computerized accounting system is essential to the maintenance of all accounts, appropriations, object classes and funds. Proficient typing skills is required to perform data entry and office automation duties. Ability to interpret and apply new guidelines and regulations, making decisions about proper cash disbursement, receipting, and processing procedures. Selective Placement Factor Provides, clarify or obtain information related to accounting or financial management support. Prepares written reports on the results of audits, reviews and evaluations. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules. Accountability Oral Communication Problem Solving Standards Written Communication Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information This occupation is currently approved for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive through [insert date]. Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI for a pro-rated amount if onboard prior to the CSI expiration date. Eligible candidates will be required to sign a service agreement agreeing to an obligated service period and failure to complete the obligated service period may result in a debt for the unearned portion of the CSI. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
