Careers at U.S. General Services Administration: Kansas City
Careers at The U.S. General Services Administration
Are you interested in an entry-level federal government job in Kansas City? Do you want to make an impact while enjoying flexible work schedules, fantastic benefits, and enriching career development opportunities? Join our team at the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and find out why we’re one of the Best Places to Work in the federal government!
Career Tracks:
We are currently recruiting for positions in the following career track.
The Public Buildings Service the landlord and real estate agent for the entire federal government. This organization has the following position available:
- Contract Specialist: As the federal government’s premiere contracting agency, GSA is the ideal place for applicants interested in a contracting career. As an advanced entry-level trainee, you will assist in performing acquisition planning tasks and in awarding and administering a variety of contracts; developing and preparing contract solicitations and modifications; negotiating contracts; evaluating technical submissions, bids or offers for responsiveness to the solicitation; performing price analysis and post-award duties as they relate to property acquisition..
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer is a component of GSA that provides leadership in strategic planning, budgeting and financial management. This organization has the following positions available:
- Financial Analyst: Financial Analysts work closely with GSA’s Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) as well as financial offices within the business lines. The OCFO is responsible for preparing and administering the agency’s $24 billion dollar budget, financial plans, legislation, and regulations, as well as managing more than 30 GSA funds. In addition to maintaining internal financial operations, the OCFO provides reimbursable payroll, accounting, and financial services to other government agencies. Applicants interested in pursuing an exciting career in GSA's federal financial management community will gain hands-on work experience involving the agency's major financial initiatives and operations.
- Accountant: Accountants work to solve comprehensive and complex financial management analysis, policy, and procedure formulation, reviews and issues. They analyze and interpret new Federal legislation and policies to determine the impact on GSA; reviewing financial procedures for compliance with policy. Accountants will also review and develop Standard General Ledger (SGL) posting models for new, revised, or unusual accounting treatment. Assessing internal controls over financial reporting and information technology controls in financial systems will also be part of their responsibilities.
- Budget Analyst: Budget Analysts are responsible for the full range of review and analysis functions in the formulation, presentation, and execution of assigned budgetary appropriations. Formulating budget estimates, exercising budget controls through review and approval of requests, and researching financial management problems are tasks analysts will conduct. Budget Analysts must ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory policies at all times.
There are also additional positions located across the country, should you be interested. We will discuss all of these opportunities during our virtual information session. Please see below on how to receive an invite.
What We Offer:
- Orientation Session, an engaging orientation designed to provide information on program components, requirements, roles and responsibilities, and other essential information
- Networking
- Technical training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Shadowing
- Opportunity for rapid advancement, including potential annual promotions while in the program
In addition, you will receive a wide array of benefits, including:
- Multiple health insurance plans & life insurance
- Vacation, sick leave & 10 paid holidays
- Flexible work schedules & telework opportunities
- A monthly transit subsidy
- An outstanding retirement plan
GSA’s core mission is to help federal agencies buy smarter, reduce their real estate footprint, provide efficient, cost saving technology and create a better, faster federal government. We leverage the tremendous buying power of the federal government to acquire best value for taxpayers and our federal customers. Our jobs are as diverse as the services we provide, which makes us a great place to start, build, and expand your career!
We employ nearly 12,000 employees nationwide. Headquartered in Washington, DC, we have eleven regional offices located across the country; Atlanta, GA, Auburn, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Fort Worth, TX, Kansas City, MO, Lakewood, CO, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco, CA, and Washington, DC.
Who We Are Looking For:
Talented, motivated students who are looking to build their career at GSA, and who:
- Will graduate by June 30, 2020
- Will be available to start work in August 2020
- Have graduated within the past 2 years (or within 6 years for eligible veterans)
- Are U.S. Citizens (As a federal agency, all of our employees must be U.S. Citizens)
How to Apply
Submit a resume in response to this job posting by the resume submission deadline. You will then be invited to a virtual information session where you will receive additional information on how you will formally apply to the position via USAJOBS.
The United States General Services Administration (GSA) is a Federal Government Agency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application will be made on a case-by-case basis. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job.