Administrative Officer

This position is with the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, within the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and will be filled at one of the below duty stations: Swanton, VT Philadelphia, PA Newburyport, MA Davis, WVA Pay will vary based on grade level and/or duty location for which you're selected, see the Duties Section for Salary information. Major duties: The major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as the focal point for all tasks and activities dealing with budget formulation, budget execution and tracking, and end-of-year closeout. Provides advice and guidance to station managers in budget and finance areas. In budget formulation, prepare projections and estimates and directs and/or enters data into appropriate forms. Responsible for assuring that all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for budget submissions are followed. Performs analysis required to formulate the budget. Performs or directs all tasks and activities associated with end-of-year budget close out. Provides advice and guidance to station managers regarding appropriate use of carry-over funds to best meet both station needs. Personally performs or directs the acquisition of necessary supplies, equipment, and labor to meet station needs, and ensures that purchases are in accordance with Federal procurement regulations and within delegated authority. Serves as the primary administrative resource on administrative issues for station managers and staff. Provides advice and guidance to supervisors and employees on regulations, policies, and procedures related to human resources management. Prepares or directs the preparation of pertinent forms and documents. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. Salary Information: Swanton, VT: GS-9, Step 1 $62,982 - GS-9, Step 10 $81,882 per annum Philadelphia, PA: GS-9, Step 1 $68,013 - GS-9, Step 10 $88,421 per annum Newburyport, MA: GS-9, Step 1 - $69,905 - GS-9, Step 10 $90,882 per annum Davis, WVA: GS-9, Step 1 $61,722 - GS-9, Step 10 $80,243 per annum Requirements: 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 possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or a 2-year trial period to evaluate your fitness and whether your continuation of employment advances the public interest. This probationary or trial 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. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*