This position is located on the State Resource Conservationist Staff, Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) in Warwick, RI. The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative support to the office. Responsibilities relate primarily to financial management, purchasing, leasing, and contract management services. Other duties include office management. This position is non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Duties

Serves as timekeeper for the state and is responsible for verifying the time and attendance information that has been entered into WebTA timekeeping system. Prepares and/or reviews travel authorizations and vouchers for all state employees via CONCUR. Assists with the preparation of agreements (contribution, cooperative, operational) and other fund-obligating documents as needed, by direct communication with Conservation Partners, Program Technical Contact and Grants and Agreements division staff. Initiates personnel actions as instructed by the supervisor, including preparation of forms SF-52 and associated documentation (position description updates, etc.) to be submitted through the Employee care Center (ECC) for action. Assist new staff with Information Technology (IT) needs and coordinating access to USDA network through the submission of proper forms (e.g. NRCS-IRM-003, AD-1143). Purchases supplies, equipment and services through Office Max, GSA Advantage, and open market procedures such as blanket purchase agreements, or government purchase card within delegated authority.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected you will be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are not able to reimburse any fees incurred for fingerprints.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license for the type of vehicle(s) operated to perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience for the respective grade level(s) in which you are applying: GS-06 Specialized Experience: One or more full-time years (12-months) of specialized work experience, equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties: Establishing and maintain tracking records and files; Assisting with procuring supplies, equipment; Assisting with making travel arrangements for staff; and Utilizing an automated timekeeping system to report time and attendance information. (Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience) GS-07 Specialized Experience: One or more full-time years (12-months) of specialized work experience, equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties: Utilizing computer programs to produce a variety of correspondence, documents, spreadsheets, and reports; Assisting with procuring supplies, equipment, and services for an organization; Utilizing an automated timekeeping system to report time and attendance information; and Tracking and reporting budgetary information and status of funds. (Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience) IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). 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. The OPM Qualification Standards for this position can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Natural Resources Conservation Service 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Midwest Services Branch
• Phone: 8164265706
• Email: [email protected]