This position is located in a State Office of USDA/Rural Development (RD). The incumbent provides administrative 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 RD programs. This position is neither remote nor virtual. The employee will be expected to report in person to the assigned duty location.

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. Works with management officials to develop and implement position management and staffing plans. Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) monitoring performance and providing technical guidance to the contracting officer. Carries out special projects and initiatives, related to State operations. Conducts studies and recommends ways to improve work methods, staff utilization, communication and overall productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness of operations.

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.
• 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 https://www.e-verify.gov/.

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 time-in-grade (TIG) 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-0341 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/classification-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.

Contacts

• Address Rural Development 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Connie Stokes
• Phone: 0000000000
• Email: [email protected]