Supervisory Military Pay Technician (Retired and Annuitant Pay)
About this role
The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is hiring a Supervisory Military Pay Technician at the GS-09 level to lead retired and annuitant pay work at its Rome, New York and Cleveland, Ohio locations. You will supervise a team that makes sure retired service members and their survivors are paid correctly and on time, guiding staff through complex pay rules, survivor benefits and annuitant accounts. The announcement closes on November 12, 2026, and it suits an experienced military pay technician ready to step into a supervisory role in federal service, with the full federal benefits package and promotion potential that comes with it.
We added this government jobs opening on November 04, 2026 after reviewing the employer's posting. The role is based on site in Rome, NY; Cleveland, OH, United States, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. Read the sections below before applying — they break down what the job involves day to day, who it suits, and how the application process works.
Job snapshot
| Employer | Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) |
|---|---|
| Job title | Supervisory Military Pay Technician (Retired and Annuitant Pay) |
| Location | Rome, NY; Cleveland, OH, United States |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Full-time |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Salary | See source listing |
| Posted | November 04, 2026 |
| Listing source | USAJOBS |
What you will do day to day
Based on the employer's posting, a typical week in this position at Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) would centre on the following duties:
- Supervise a team handling retired and annuitant military pay accounts
- Review and resolve complex retired pay, survivor benefit and annuitant cases
- Guide staff on military pay rules, regulations and DFAS procedures
- Check the accuracy of pay computations, adjustments and account actions
- Coach and develop team members and manage daily workload priorities
- Respond to inquiries from retirees, survivors and their families with care and accuracy
What you will need
- US citizenship
- Experience with military pay, retired pay or annuitant pay administration
- Knowledge of military pay rules, entitlements and DFAS systems
- Supervisory or team-lead experience, or the ability to lead a small team
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
- Clear, patient communication skills with retirees and their families
This role suits a candidate who is comfortable with formal processes, documentation, and eligibility rules, and who values long-term stability and public service.
Pay and benefits
Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) has not published a fixed salary range in this listing, which is common for roles where pay is set by experience, grade, or location. Check the source listing for the current pay details, and compare the benefits below when judging the overall package.
Benefits listed by the employer
- Federal GS-09 pay with standard government benefits
- Federal health insurance, retirement (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan
- Paid annual and sick leave plus federal holidays
- A supervisory role with leadership experience in federal service
- Stable, mission-driven work supporting retired service members and survivors
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the source listing (USAJOBS), where the original posting is linked — always confirm the role, pay and deadline there before applying.
- Complete every field of the application on the source listing and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply well before the closing date — government portals rarely grant extensions.
- Answer every questionnaire item and align your résumé wording with the announcement.
- Check citizenship, clearance, and education requirements before investing time.
- Federal résumés can be longer than private-sector ones; include hours, grades, and duties in detail.
Frequently asked questions
When does this announcement close?
The announcement closes on November 12, 2026.
Where is the role based?
Duty locations are Rome, NY and Cleveland, OH.
How do I apply for the Supervisory Military Pay Technician (Retired and Annuitant Pay) position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the source listing on USAJOBS. US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Rome, NY; Cleveland, OH, United States and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.
Need help applying? Read our guide: Job Interview Preparation: A Practical Guide — written for government jobs applicants in the USA.
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