The incumbent of this position serves in a supervisory role with the responsibility for coordinating all resource needs for organizational activities related to Science & Technology (S&T) Programs. The incumbent provides advisory guidance to all staff in the areas of responsibility within the programs four divisions. A Recruitment Incentive may be available for this Announcement depending on funding availability and management discretion.

Duties

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Provides overall direction and coordination of Program administrative activities. Develops and implements administrative policies in consultation with the Program’s Management. Applies and executes financial, procurement, property, personnel, and administrative policies and systems as they relate to the Program and Divisions. Ensures that Science and Technology administrative and program policies are uniformly implemented to achieve objectives. Participates in the overall management improvement program of the Agency, Department and OMB, utilizing budgetary controls to improve management whenever and wherever possible. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and conducts analytical studies to identify and examine program, administrative, and resource management trends and problem areas. Organizes workload to incorporate analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of key information in support of Program officials. Consults with all levels of management and other federal agencies. Establishes and maintains liaison with program directors and works closely with their representatives. Ensures that administrative processes are efficient and cost-effective and that adequate controls are in place to avoid fraud, waste, and abuse of Government resources.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male 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.
• Subject to one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.
• 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/
• In accordance with Office of Government Ethics regulations concerning conflict of interest, the incumbent will be required to submit a financial disclosure report within 30 days of their effective date of appointment and annually thereafter.
• All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions.

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. FOR THE GS-12 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-11 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Participating in developing operational budgets. Experience in financial data mining/analysis and utilizing financial management systems. Interpreting, implementing, and providing reliable advice and recommendations to management, personnel, stakeholders, and cooperators regarding administrative regulations, principles, policies, and procedures. Participating in development (i.e., creation, projection or automation) or management of budget related projects. Experience managing projects independently. Experience utilizing financial systems, e.g. FMMI or related SAP applications. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. FOR THE GS-13 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Experience executing operational budgets and managing the execution of fiscal finances. Uses various forms of qualitative and quantitative methodology for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of administrative and technical programs. Providing written and oral communications to Agency (corporate) and Program (facility/plant) level leadership and stakeholders. Responsibilities managing projects related to budget development, projections or management. Experience implementing process improvements in managing financial data. Developed and managed reports and data templates within financial systems. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. 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

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Agricultural Marketing Service USDA APHIS MRPBS 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: MRP Human Resources
• Phone: 612-336-3227
• Email: [email protected]