Supervisory Administrative Officer

National Council on Disability • Washington, DC

20h

About The Position

The Supervisory Administrative Officer provides, secures, and/or negotiates the services needed to manage and run the administrative operations of an independent Federal agency. The role manages the agency’s administrative and financial operations, supervises permanent staff and contractor personnel, and oversees contracting, financial controls, travel, and compliance with federal requirements.

This is a supervisory position at the full-performance level. The supervisor must complete an appropriate supervisory training course within one year of assignment and may be required to serve a one-year supervisory probationary period. The position may require travel one to five times per month and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Non-Sensitive, Low Risk, Tier 1 security clearance.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Successfully pass a background investigation; this may include a credit check and review of financial issues, certain criminal offenses, and illegal use or possession of drugs.
• Obtain and maintain a Non-Sensitive, Low Risk, Tier 1 security clearance.
• Meet time-in-grade requirements, including 52 weeks at the next lower grade for eligible status candidates by the announcement closing date.
• Status candidates must submit an SF-50 and most recent appraisal; current or former federal employees must provide required SF-50 documentation showing status and time-in-grade eligibility.
• For GS-15, at least one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-14 level, including managing administrative operations such as budgeting and expenditure monitoring; advising senior leadership on administrative matters and resolving operational issues; supervising staff; and establishing administrative policies, procedures, or initiatives.
• Resume must explicitly demonstrate how the applicant meets the specialized experience requirement.
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required.
• Complete a one-year probationary period if required; first-time supervisors and/or managers must serve a one-year supervisory probationary period.
• Complete an appropriate supervisory training course within one year of assignment.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• If conditionally offered the position, complete and certify an Optional Form 306.
• Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
• May be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days after appointment.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

• Manage the agency’s administrative and financial operations, including preparing budget estimates and justifications and meeting federal reporting requirements.
• Supervise permanent staff and contractor personnel, applying employee relations and human resources functions.
• Serve as the agency’s Contracting Officer and provide oversight and quality control for contracts, interagency agreements, and invoice payments.
• Oversee federal financial requirements, including monthly financial status reports, reconciliation reports for purchase and travel cards, and timely vendor invoice payments under internal controls and federal regulations.
• Ensure staff and Council Members’ travel reservations and reimbursements are completed correctly and on time in accordance with federal travel regulations and internal policies.
• Advise senior leadership on administrative matters, resolve operational issues, and support organizational priorities.
• Establish administrative policies, procedures, or initiatives to support mission goals or improve organizational operations.
• Assign work, evaluate staff performance, and recommend awards or corrective actions.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed