Administrative Officer Jobs

This position is located in the Administrative Management Branch (AMB), Office of Management (OM), Office of the Director, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institutes of Health (NIH). Serve as principal advisor to senior management on all phases of the administrative management of the Institute/Center (IC); and oversees the implementation of a variety of management services essential to the direction and operation of the IC. Provide guidance and oversight for the procurement, acquisition program; and property management policy and operational management. Oversee the information technology function and directs the development, implementation and maintenance of these systems. Oversee monitoring the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against annual allotment; anticipate changes in funding levels; prepare proposals and justify current and increased expenditures. Serve as principal advisor on all human resource management activities and ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. You qualify at the GS-15 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: partnering with senior-level officials (e.g., executives, directors) to design/implement administrative initiatives (e.g., space management, travel services, property accountability) that increase organizational efficiency; supervising a team of employees (i.e., selecting, training, and monitoring work); implementing HR programs and initiatives (e.g., specialty staffing, upward mobility, rotation programs); developing, administering, and monitoring program budget to ensure compliance with policies, laws, and regulations; AND analyzing workload trends/projections to determine organizational structure and workforce needs (e.g., recruitment, placement). You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101064

This position is located at the Hampton VA Medical Center, in the Dental department. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Administrative Officer (AO) for Dental and is responsible for the coordination and monitoring of all Dental administrative programs. The Administrative Officer at this level (GS-11) has responsibility of all office staff and has authority to make changes to the administrative programs to support Dental goals. Major duties and responsibilities include: Oversees and facilitates the administrative management for Dental. Provides technical and administrative supervision to a Budget Technician, Program Support Assistant (OA) and administrative support staff. Manages the incentive awards program. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity policies and program activities. Develops indicators, monitors and compiles data collection and analysis, and corrects actions and preparation of related reports Independently develops, plans, issues and implements procedures to comply with directives concerning administrative matters. Analyzes and evaluates problems, makes recommendations, and devises solutions to systems administration, training management, publication management and data management within the division. Participates in regular meetings with leadership and other senior members to address administrative management issues, resolve problems and provide recommendations for correcting or improving processes and programs. Serves as the department Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Manages, monitors, coordinates and provides regulatory guidance on all personnel actions, organizational structures and position management for the Service. Reviews, interprets and provides recommendations for the revision of regulatory guidelines, policies and standing operating procedures pertinent to personnel administration and all Service operations. Participates in the planning for budgeting needs and financial management for Dental. Attends budget calls, reviewing guidelines and instructions in order to brief managers of schedules and data requirements. Coordinate with Assistant Chief to control purchasing and use of supplies. Reviews office needs in order to plan and develop budget data and justification for review and approval. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-Time; Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Administrative Officer (Dental)/PD590-027230 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/21/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-9. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to some former Federal employees applying for reinstatement, as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. See the Required Document section below for more information regarding the SF-50s needed to verify time-in-grade. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-9 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Interpret administrative policies, identify requirements, develop and implement procedures, and advise management on administrative matters. Plans, coordinate, and monitor administrative projects, initiatives, and organizational activities to include: coordinating administrative projects and organizational activities, including staffing, systems access, and process changes. Provide advice and guidance to managers, staff, customers, and stakeholders; coordinates responses to information requests and leadership inquiries; and prepares written correspondence, reports, recommendations, briefings, and other management products. OR,Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; Or, 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; Or, LL.M., if related. OR,Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have a combination of specialized experience and education beyond 3 full years. May be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages.The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions. 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; religions; 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. Note: Resume must include job title and employer name, number of hours worked per week, start and end dates (including month and year), list of duties and responsibilities for each position held. In addition, if the experience was a federal position, you must list series and grade for each position held. Failure to include this information may result in an ineligible rating. A full year of work is considered to be 40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment .Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required.For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.You will be assessed on the following Competencies for this position: Administration and Management Planning and Evaluating Problem Solving The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be found well qualified, applicants must meet the following qualifications: Experience developing and implementing administrative policies and procedures, and providing advice to management on administrative operational issues, ideally within a human resources or human capital services environment. Experience supporting the establishment of a new organizational structure, including assisting with staffing determinations, developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), and coordinating training and development efforts during a transition or reorganization. Experience serving as a liaison between staff, management, and other organizational components - including drafting Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) or Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and monitoring the progress and effectiveness of programs or initiatives. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.Local Commuting Area:The local commuting area for this position is defined as being within 50 miles of available VA office space. Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period or two year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your one year probationary period or two year trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

This position is located within TSA, Law Enforcement (LE), Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS), Field Operations Division, Washington Field Office. This position supports, develops and maintains administrative programs for the Washington Field Office. This Administrative Officer position is located Washington Field Office, Field Operations Division, Federal Air Marshal Service, Law Enforcement, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Identifies and proposes solutions to complex problems where previous studies and established techniques require modification and adaptation; researches and innovates processes and procedures; develops standard operating procedures for processes; and, gives presentations to management on administrative programs, processes, and metrics. Established policies and procedures provide guidance for most assignments, but allow considerable discretion to select the most appropriate approach or to develop new approaches. Work and use of resources is reviewed primarily through status reports and at project completion for policy compliance and alignment with work assignments. Develops and provides guidance to management on a broad variety of human resources management matters Managing and monitoring the execution of fiscal resources and ensure the office operates in accordance with budgetary guidelines, and within overall budget allocations. Establishing internal budget processes for planning and estimating the operating budget. Interprets, applies and ensures compliance with budget/financial management laws, regulations, policies, standards, and procedures to resolve program issues. Performs analysis of obligations to determine incurred expenditures and availability of funds. Exercising control over the financial resources of the Office. Conducts research and generates plans for acquisitions strategies. Works with office leadership in order to generate requirements that address organizational needs. Provides advice and guidance to stakeholders and managers on contracting and acquisitions matters including: acquisition policy / procedures / regulations, contract (technical) oversight, and controls. Maintains oversight of procurement matters to ensure the effective use of internal controls and recommends change when gaps are identified. In addition to the minimum qualifications described above, you must meet the following specialized experience to be considered qualified for the position: To qualify for the SV-G Pay Band (equivalent to GS-11), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-F or GS-9 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Reviewing and providing recommendations for policy and procedure updates; AND Collaborating with Human Resources to resolve management matters (e.g., staffing, organizational planning, staff utilization, etc.); AND Assisting with the management of Budget, Acquisition, or Procurement. To qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-12), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-G or GS-11 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Reviewing and providing recommendations for policy and procedure updates; AND Advising on Human Resources matters (e.g., staffing, organizational planning, staff utilization, etc.); AND Assisting with the management of Budget, Acquisition, and Procurement. To qualify for the SV-I Pay Band (equivalent to GS-13), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-H or GS-12 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Developing policies and procedures; and Advising on Human Resources matters (e.g., staffing, organizational planning, staff utilization, etc.); AND Overseeing the management of Budget, Acquisition, and Procurement; AND Identifying and recommending solutions to improve program efficiency; AND Managing all of the following administrative support functions or programs: Human Resources, Budget, Acquisition and Procurement. Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime. National Service Experience (i.e., 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. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement. You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National. You must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application. You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI). Selective Service registration is required. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for TSA to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.

This position is located in the Administrative Management Branch (AMB), Office of Management (OM), Office of the Director, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institutes of Health (NIH). Serve as principal advisor to senior management on all phases of the administrative management of the Institute/Center (IC); and oversees the implementation of a variety of management services essential to the direction and operation of the IC. Provide guidance and oversight for the procurement, acquisition program; and property management policy and operational management. Oversee the information technology function and directs the development, implementation and maintenance of these systems Oversee monitoring the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against annual allotment; anticipate changes in funding levels; prepare proposals and justify current and increased expenditures. Serve as principal advisor on all human resource management activities and ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. You qualify at the GS-15 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: partnering with senior-level officials (e.g., executives, directors) to design/implement administrative initiatives (e.g., space management, travel services, property accountability) that increase organizational efficiency; supervising a team of employees (i.e., selecting, training, and monitoring work); implementing HR programs and initiatives (e.g., specialty staffing, upward mobility, rotation programs); developing, administering, and monitoring program budget to ensure compliance with policies, laws, and regulations; AND analyzing workload trends/projections to determine organizational structure and workforce needs (e.g., recruitment, placement). ; You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13092758

This position serves as the Administrative Officer/Business Manager for the U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) Ohio Kentucky Indiana Water Science Center (OKI WSC). The position is in the Midcontinent Region and will be based in Columbus, OH; Jeffersontown, KY, or Indianapolis, IN. GS-13 Salary: $106,437 (Step 01) to $144,386 (Step 10) As an Administrative Officer within the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Water Science Center, some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Plans, develops, and oversees administrative programs, policies, procedures, internal controls, and organizational business operations. Advises leadership on funding strategies, resource allocation, fiscal impacts, and long-range budget requirements. Directs a broad range of administrative functions including human resources, acquisitions, property management, facilities, payroll, travel, agreements, and internal audits. Performs supervisory duties to oversee administrative and financial functions across the Center. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 10/26/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. Specialized Experience: To qualify for this position at the GS-13 grade level: To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: formulating program plans; conducting studies on assembly, analysis, and interpretation of data; planning, organizing, completing project assignments requiring coordination of work; and utilizing administrative/financial data systems. You must include hours per week worked. 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. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. Must meet the following requirements: (1) possess a valid State license, and (2) possess a safe driving record. If selected, you will be required to provide proof of a valid State license & a copy of your driving record. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. A financial disclosure report will be required within 30 days of appointment. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1 year-probationary period to evaluate your fitness and whether your continuation of employment advances the public interest. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This is a supervisory position that may require completion of a supervisory probationary period. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*

About the Position: This position is located in Quantico, Virginia. Quantico is a prominent hub located about 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. Plan, manage, direct, and coordinate budget formulation, analysis, and execution. Coordinate with Headquarters to manage manpower support for the school. Oversee and support civilian personnel actions. Administer student registration, student attendance, academic records maintenance, tuition status, and other related processes. Manage school property and equipment. Prepare reports using the information management system for school administration and personnel. Manage facility, safety, and security programs to ensure compliance with regulatory guidance. Perform first line supervisory responsibilities over the support staff. Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes managing an annual budget and overseeing manpower support and/or hiring actions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: PhD or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Public Administration or Business Administration. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

About the Position: This position is located in Quantico, Virginia. Quantico is a prominent hub located about 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. This position is not covered by a bargaining unit. Plan, manage, direct, and coordinate budget formulation, analysis, and execution. Coordinate with Headquarters to manage manpower support for the school. Oversee and support civilian personnel actions. Administer student registration, student attendance, academic records maintenance, tuition status, and other related processes. Manage school property and equipment. Prepare reports using the information management system for school administration and personnel. Manage facility, safety, and security programs to ensure compliance with regulatory guidance. Perform first line supervisory responsibilities over the support staff. Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Competitive Service Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Civilian Employee Current Department of War (DoW) Civilian Employee Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for Overseas Employment Maximum Use of Flexibilies Non-Department of War (DoW) Transfer Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoW MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoW Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes managing an annual budget and overseeing manpower support and/or hiring actions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: PhD or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Public Administration or Business Administration. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

The NIH is seeking exceptional candidates for the following position: Associate Director for Management, NIAID See "Duties" section for a list of the major responsibilities. As part of the SES, you will be among a group of highly skilled executives, contributing to one of the most important missions in the Federal government: to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability. This is a career Federal position in the Senior Executive Service (SES). Listed below are areas that an NIH Associate Director for Management (Executive Officer) may oversee: Serves as principal advisor to the Institute/Center (IC) Director and senior staff on all phases of business management involved in operating the IC. Executes business management policies of the IC, with full authority, and commits the resources of the Institute to management activities. Directs and supervises the financial management, workforce planning and human resources management, management analysis, information technology management, general administrative management, procurement, and contracting. Develops and formulates new programs and evaluates existing programs with particular emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure the greatest probability of success while minimizing risk. Serves as the IC's focal point for the coordination, preparation, and analysis of a wide variety of administrative reports and other documents associated with NIH, HHS, and other Federal agencies. Oversees the IC's annual budget and monitors the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against the annual allotment; anticipates changes in funding levels; prepares proposals and justifies current and increased expenditures; and alerts the IC Director and senior managers when significant changes in funding will impact the mission. Establishes major administrative policies and procedures for the management and conduct of IC programs. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume will include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs or TQs. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume will demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated senior-level success advising Senior Leadership in the following areas and applying knowledge of management/leadership principles and best practices to develop methods and techniques to solve broad and complex organizational problems, administer public programs, lead change, and create innovative solutions for issues in a variety of management programs to include but not limited to human capital, information technology, budget and financial, contracts, management analysis, and space planning. TQ 2: Demonstrated senior-level success in planning and overseeing human capital resources to include directing and developing subordinate staff, designing human resource strategies to meet the organization's mission, strategic vision, and goals, while applying best practices to maximize efficiency of operations and ensure coordinated, streamlined and result-oriented management. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence -This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Please DO NOT submit separate documents addressing the ECQs or TQs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: The NIH seeks candidates who have a commitment to excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking necessary to lead a dynamic and diverse organization. All competitive candidates for SES positions with the Federal Government must demonstrate leadership experience indicative of senior executive-level management capability. Applicants must meet the requirements for the GS-341 series as defined by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Standards Manual for General Schedule Positions, which is available at: OPM Qualifications Standards GS-341 Website under Administrative and Management Positions and demonstrate in your two (2) page resume that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed above.? It is recommended that your resume emphasize levels of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments and results. Candidates must possess experience at the senior level (GS-14/15 level or equivalent) in the following job-specific Technical Qualifications (TQs). The TQs measure the technical expertise required by this position and must be addressed within your two (2) page resume. It is recommended that corresponding TQs be annotated in parentheses within your two (2) page resume. Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee*: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you served or are you currently serving as an Executive Branch political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointee? You can find out if you have held one of these appointment types by looking at your Standard Form 50s in your Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF), in Section 5 where the legal authorities are listed. (Please confirm whether or not you have this experience within your 2-page resume) A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an assistant position to a top-level federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213. 3102(z)). A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director of OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties (5 CFR 213.3301 and 5 CFR213.3302). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations (5 CFR 317 Subpart F). NOTE: IF SELECTED, a Structured Interview will be used to certify the candidate by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB). If you are currently serving in a career SES appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the SES, or have successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), you WILL NOT need to participate in a Structured Interview.

The NIH is seeking exceptional candidates for the following position: Associate Director for Management, NHLBI See "Duties" section for a list of the major responsibilities. As part of the SES, you will be among a group of highly skilled executives, contributing to one of the most important missions in the Federal government: to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability. This is a career Federal position in the Senior Executive Service (SES). Duties and Responsibilities: Listed below are areas that an NIH Associate Director for Management (Executive Officer) may oversee: Serves as principal advisor to the NHLBI's Director and senior staff on all phases of business management involved in operating the NHLBI. Executes business management policies of the NHLBI, with full authority, and commits the resources of the Institute to management activities. Directs and supervises the financial management, workforce planning and human resources management, management analysis, information technology management, general administrative management, procurement, and contracting. Develops and formulates new programs and evaluates existing programs with particular emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure the greatest probability of success while minimizing risk. Serves as the NHLBI's focal point for the coordination, preparation, and analysis of a wide variety of administrative reports and other documents associated with NIH, HHS, and other Federal agencies. Oversees the NHLBI's annual budget and monitors the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against the annual allotment; anticipates changes in funding levels; prepares proposals and justifies current and increased expenditures; and alerts the NHLBI's Director and senior managers when significant changes in funding will impact the mission. Establishes major administrative policies and procedures for the management and conduct of the NHLBI's programs. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume will include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs or TQs. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume will demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated senior-level success advising Senior Leadership in the following areas and applying knowledge of management/leadership principles and best practices to develop methods and techniques to solve broad and complex organizational problems, administer public programs, lead change, and create innovative solutions for issues in a variety of management programs to include but not limited to human capital, information technology, budget and financial, contracts, management analysis, and space planning. TQ 2: Demonstrated senior-level success in planning and overseeing human capital resources to include directing and developing subordinate staff, designing human resource strategies to meet the organization's mission, strategic vision, and goals, while applying best practices to maximize efficiency of operations and ensure coordinated, streamlined and result-oriented management. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Please DO NOT submit separate documents addressing the ECQs or TQs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: The NIH seeks candidates who have a commitment to excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking necessary to lead a dynamic and diverse organization. All competitive candidates for SES positions with the Federal Government must demonstrate leadership experience indicative of senior executive-level management capability. Applicants must meet the requirements for the GS-341 series as defined by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Standards Manual for General Schedule Positions, which is available at: OPM Qualifications Standards GS-341 Website under Administrative and Management Positions, and demonstrate in your two (2) page resume that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed above. It is recommended that your resume emphasize levels of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments and results. Candidates must possess experience at the senior level (GS-14/15 level or equivalent) in the following job-specific Technical Qualifications (TQs). The TQs measure the technical expertise required by this position and must be addressed within your two (2) page resume. It is recommended that corresponding TQs be annotated in parentheses within your two (2) page resume. Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee*: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you served or are you currently serving as an Executive Branch political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointee? You can find out if you have held one of these appointment types by looking at your Standard Form 50s in your Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF), in Section 5 where the legal authorities are listed. (Please confirm whether or not you have this experience within your 2-page resume) A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an assistant position to a top-level federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213. 3102(z)). A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director of OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties (5 CFR 213.3301 and 5 CFR213.3302). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations (5 CFR 317 Subpart F). NOTE: IF SELECTED, a Structured Interview will be used to certify the candidate by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB). If you are currently serving in a career SES appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the SES, or have successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), you WILL NOT need to participate in a Structured Interview.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the largest biomedical research funding organization in the world. NIH is made up of 27 Institutes and Centers (ICs). The Office of the Director (OD), in the NIH, is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Associate Director for Management. This is a career Federal position in the Senior Executive Service. See "Duties" section for a list of the major responsibilities. Duties and Responsibilities: Listed below are areas that an NIH Associate Director for Management (Executive Officer) may oversee: Serves as principal advisor to the Institute/Center (IC) Director and senior staff on all phases of business management involved in operating the IC. Executes business management policies of the IC, with full authority, and commits the resources of the Institute to management activities. Directs and supervises the financial management, workforce planning and human resources management, management analysis, information technology management, general administrative management, procurement, and contracting. Develops and formulates new programs and evaluates existing programs with particular emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure the greatest probability of success while minimizing risk. Serves as the IC's focal point for the coordination, preparation, and analysis of a wide variety of administrative reports and other documents associated with NIH, HHS, and other Federal agencies. Oversees the IC's annual budget and monitors the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against the annual allotment; anticipates changes in funding levels; prepares proposals and justifies current and increased expenditures; and alerts the IC Director and senior managers when significant changes in funding will impact the mission. Establishes major administrative policies and procedures for the management and conduct of IC programs. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume will include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs or TQs. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume will demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated senior-level success advising Senior Leadership in the following areas and applying knowledge of management/leadership principles and best practices to develop methods and techniques to solve broad and complex organizational problems, administer public programs, lead change, and create innovative solutions for issues in a variety of management programs to include but not limited to human capital, information technology, budget and financial, contracts, management analysis, and space planning. TQ 2: Demonstrated senior-level success in planning and overseeing human capital resources to include directing and developing subordinate staff, designing human resource strategies to meet the organization's mission, strategic vision, and goals, while applying best practices to maximize efficiency of operations and ensure coordinated, streamlined and result-oriented management. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence -This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Please DO NOT submit separate documents addressing the ECQs or TQs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: The NIH seeks candidates who have a commitment to excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking necessary to lead a dynamic and diverse organization. All competitive candidates for SES positions with the Federal Government must demonstrate leadership experience indicative of senior executive-level management capability. Applicants must meet the requirements for the GS-341 series as defined by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Standards Manual for General Schedule Positions, which is available at: OPM Qualifications Standards GS-341 Website under Administrative and Management Positions and demonstrate in your two (2) page resume that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed above.? It is recommended that your resume emphasize levels of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments and results. Candidates must possess experience at the senior level (GS-14/15 level or equivalent) in the following job-specific Technical Qualifications (TQs). The TQs measure the technical expertise required by this position and must be addressed within your two (2) page resume. it is recommended that corresponding TQs be annotated in parentheses within your two (2) page resume. Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee*: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you served or are you currently serving as an Executive Branch political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointee? You can find out if you have held one of these appointment types by looking at your Standard Form 50s in your Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF), in Section 5 where the legal authorities are listed. (Please confirm whether or not you have this experience within your 2-page resume) A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an assistant position to a top-level federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213. 3102(z)). A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director of OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties (5 CFR 213.3301 and 5 CFR213.3302). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations (5 CFR 317 Subpart F). NOTE: IF SELECTED, a Structured Interview will be used to certify the candidate by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB). If you are currently serving in a career SES appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the SES, or have successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), you WILL NOT need to participate in a Structured Interview.

This position is located within a Consolidated Patient Account Center (CPAC) in the Office of the Director with the position serving as the Administrative Officer. Serves as full staff assistant to the CPAC Executive Office on all administrative matters related to front and back end revenue generation functions for Third and First Party revenue. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Assist with the coordination of administrative matters between executive leadership and all managers and supervisors as well as internal and external customers. Interpreting administrative policies; developing and implementing local policies. Defining administrative requirements; and/or providing advice to executive leadership on related issues. Provides guidance to ensure requirements are achieved, maintains administrative systems, prepares correspondence, and other responses. Responsible for tracking inquiries and required reports, coordinating responses within the identified time-period to ensure reporting deadlines are met. Provides guidance, direction, advice, and training for all matters related to records management for the organization. Responsible for establishing and maintaining current service level agreements (SLAs) with each medical center and tracking /updating new SLAs when required. Directs and organizes employee meetings and activities to include "all staff" meetings, employee appreciation events, training, new employee orientation training, records management meetings, and task assignment to records department liaisons. Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized at supervisors discretion Telework: This position is eligible for AD/HOC telework. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Administrative Officer/PD68743A and PD17927A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/26/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement GS-11: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-09. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience GS-11: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-09 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Demonstrated ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external stakeholders, Applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations, Demonstrated skills utilizing databases to create agendas, perform research, claims/reporting, timekeeping, tracking of action items, reviewing regulations and directives, Demonstrated knowledge of government administrative laws and excellent understanding of policies, Utilizing computer systems to interpret findings and recommendations to management on resolutions of issues negatively impacting administrative activities, Skilled with oral and written communications to present recommendations. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. in a field related to this position that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond the first two years or 36 semester hours of graduate level education. Time-In-Grade Requirement GS-09: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-09 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-07. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience GS-09: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-07 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to obtain information and coordinate routine administrative activities; gathering and organizing data and assisting with basic analyses of program operations; using databases and office automation systems to prepare agendas and reports, research routine inquiries, maintain timekeeping records, and track action items; reviewing and applying established administrative policies, regulations, and directives to routine assignments; identifying administrative discrepancies and assisting with their resolution under established procedures. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have a masters or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B. or J.D in a field related to this position that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond the first year or 18 semester hours of graduate level education. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.