The primary purpose of the position is to provide administrative information and assistance to the Superintendent or to the manager of the unit (if located at headquarters, a regional office, or a center) and staff, on the practical and technical aspects of office administration, to include budgeting, acquisition and property management, human resources, and other administrative support services, and to perform staff support work in each of these areas.

Duties

Provides accurate and reliable information on the administrative functions of the park, headquarters, regional office, or center. Collects data for the unit's operating budget, consolidates material into an annual unit budget; sets up controls to monitor expenses during the year. Recommend budget adjustments including restructuring budget allocations or work plans to deal with changing situations such as varying costs for equipment parts, or services, and changes in the availability of funds Provides human resources information and assistance to the unit. In that regard assists with the preparation of position descriptions and organization charts and prepares Requests for Personnel Action. Serves as the primary timekeeper for the unit. Reviews time and attendance reports for employees and assures reports are correctly entered into an automated system. Responds to and resolves issues involving a payroll system. Advises supervisors and employees concerning questions about pay, hours of duty and leave. Serves as the primary administrative point of contact for the unit. Responsible for the administrative oversight of various administrative processes, which may include processing financial, procurement, property, human resources, and other administrative forms or documents for the unit. Develops and implements new systems or administrative processes to meet unit needs (tracking system, file maintenance, etc.). Uses computers and appropriate software for data collection, analysis and collating. Prepares reports, forms and tabular material, providing proper spacing, heading and arrangement for ease of understanding and information processing. Establishes and maintains office files (electronic or manual), including confidential and sensitive files, project files, administrative material and regulations, reports, forms, etc. Types and composes correspondence, memoranda, reports, work schedules, etc., from drafts or notes using word processing software and computer equipment. Area Information. The town of Sumner, nestled in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, is a town with a rich history and a vibrant community spirit. Despite its modest size, Sumner has played a significant role in shaping the cultural fabric of the region. Sumner serves as one of the two county seats of Tallahatchie County. Its location on the west side of the county, along the meandering Tallahatchie River, adds to its charm. The Mississippi Delta, often referred to as simply "the Delta," is a vast and vital part of the American landscape. Stretching from southern Illinois to the southeastern tip of Louisiana, it covers more than 90,000 miles of rivers and streams and over 3 million acres of land. It is the home of the Blues, Gospel, soul food, and the civil rights movement. Life in the Delta is steeped in tradition and resilience. From the sun-drenched cotton fields to the soulful rhythms of the Blues, the Delta pulses with authenticity. Community gatherings, fish fries, and church picnics are woven into the fabric of daily life. The Delta boasts education institutions from Delta State University to the University of Southern Mississippi in which students thrive in an environment that values both tradition and innovation. From the Grammy Museum to the B.B. King Museum, from juke joints to outdoor festivals, the Delta boasts numerous entertainment options and live music. The Mississippi Delta region also offers plenty of affordable housing options, including private rentals and homes. Delta elementary schools often offer programs like international studies and pilot online programs. The educational landscape has continued to evolve over the last few decades. There are plenty of medical facilities in the Delta that focus on improving access and services to the community.

Requirements

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/11/2024-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. SELECTIVE FACTOR: This position performs office automation work, and a typing speed of a minimum of 40 words per minute (words per minute are based on a 5-minute sample with three or fewer errors) is required. Candidates who do not meet this requirement by close of this announcement will receive no further consideration for this position. - AND - To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess at least one or all the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: providing a wide variety of administrative support services to enable efficient operation of a business or program office; the independent operation of computerized information systems; monitor and maintaining office budget; assisting with human resources administration; administering payroll and time and attendance; preparing a variety of forms and other administrative paperwork. You must include hours per week worked. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week. Volunteer Experience: 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, knowledge, and skills 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address NPS Inflation Reduction Act 1849 C St. NW Washington, DC 20240 US
• Name: Clent Hart
• Email: [email protected]