Administrative Officer

This position is located in a Utah State Office throughout RD. As Administrative Officer provides support on a variety of issues that cross program and administrative lines. Develops/collaborates on administrative aspects of policies, operating procedures, projects, and systems necessary for the overall management and administration of State Office programs. THIS VACANCY IS OPEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF USDA, RURAL DEVELOPMENT ONLY.

Major duties

• Serves as an advisor on business management and administrative matters involving human resources management, contracting and procurement, comprehensive budget and fiscal management, management analysis and general administrative functions.
• Provides advice and coordination on HR services.
• Serves as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) monitoring performance and providing technical guidance to the contracting officer.
• Ensures the State operates efficiently and effectively in the areas of information technology (IT) planning, procurement, installation, maintenance and physical security of IT equipment for the organization,

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. 'Time in Grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet the time in grade requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. GS-13 level: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12; or its non-Federal equivalent that demonstrates experience collaborating on administrative aspects of policies, operating procedures, projects, and systems necessary for the overall management and administration of State office programs. Experience in business management and administrative matters involving human resources management, contracting and procurement, budgeting, and fiscal management. Advise manager in developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic planning for achieving the mission of the State Office. Analyze reports on workload, by program and activities to advise management of trends. Experience carrying out special projects related to the operations of the organization. Conduct studies and recommend ways to improve work methods, staff utilization, communication, and overall productivity. There is no education substitution for the GS-13 grade level. NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-0301 series set forth in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards by the closing date of the announcement. A copy is available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classifi cation-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards. 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; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.