- Position Title
- Administrative Officer
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NE-1611-HOFR-23-11960152-ST Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, May 23, 2023 to Friday, June 9, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
- Current Federal or former employees with career or career- conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a career or career-conditional position at a lower grade level as the position being announced; or,
- Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligibles
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
4.
Are you a former member of the Public Lands Corps (PLC) who has served the time required for completing a PLC project carried out on Federal land within the preceding 2 years (an individuals eligibility for NCE under this authority shall not exceed 2 years after completion of his/her last PLC project), and:
• Served as a qualified youth on an appropriate conservation project completing a minimum of 640 hours of satisfactory service that included at least 120 hours through the PLC (individuals must provide a copy of the "Certificate of Eligibility for NCE Hiring Based on PLC Service" and the complete PLC Participant Work Hours Verification Form with your application package in order to be considered under this hiring authority), and
• Meet OPM qualification standards and any other qualification requirement(s) stated in this vacancy announcement for the position in which you are applying.
• Served as a qualified youth on an appropriate conservation project completing a minimum of 640 hours of satisfactory service that included at least 120 hours through the PLC (individuals must provide a copy of the "Certificate of Eligibility for NCE Hiring Based on PLC Service" and the complete PLC Participant Work Hours Verification Form with your application package in order to be considered under this hiring authority), and
• Meet OPM qualification standards and any other qualification requirement(s) stated in this vacancy announcement for the position in which you are applying.
5.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
6.
Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
- was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; and,
- served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and,
- performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; and,
- if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and departed that position in good standing.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
7.
Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
- Disabled veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA;
- Transfer or reinstatement eligible: current Federal or former employee with career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
- Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Veterans Recruitment Authority; Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, Vista or Action volunteers; Former White House staff; Present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; Certain National Guard technicians; Schedule A; OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
Preferences
1.
My performance is at an acceptable level and I am not serving under a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
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From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience requirements for an Administrative Officer, GS-0341-13 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these specialized experience requirements, you will not receive consideration for this position. YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Demonstrate practical application of knowledge of laws, regulations and policies related to the organization.
3.
Research, communicate, and advise staff and partners on authorities, regulations, guidance, policies, and orders, such as Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Office of Personnel Management (OPM) policies, and Federal Appropriations Law
4.
Plan and evaluate objectives and strategies to attain long-term vision in order to initiate organizational/operational change.
5.
Manage multi-functional programs including administrative functions and support services programs to meet
organizational deadlines and goals.
organizational deadlines and goals.
6.
Maintain internal control procedures related to the expenditure of program funds to ensure that obligations and
expenditures are within program authorizations.
expenditures are within program authorizations.
7.
Develop and implement new and innovative approaches, guidelines, business practices, and work processes
based on needs assessments and analyses, to improve effectiveness and resolve problems.
based on needs assessments and analyses, to improve effectiveness and resolve problems.
8.
Compile and analyze historical data to develop budget planning, execution, monitoring, and reconciliation for numerous accounts.
9.
Use administrative budgeting software such as AFS 4, FBMS, and other financial systems.
10.
Utilize knowledge in organizational and program audits, planning development, and standard operation policy development.
11.
Provide guidance on NPS policies, special directives, and guidelines in Federal budget and financial management process.
12.
Provide guidance and advice to project managers and administrative/technical staff concerning the legal and regulatory aspects of budget estimates, projections, and justifications.
13.
Develop and implement proper internal controls to ensure adherence to the guidance for the government charge card program.
14.
Develop and monitor annual acquisition plans.
15.
Coordinate purchasing and contracting activities with park staff and the Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO) to meet park needs and satisfy requirements and timelines.
16.
Conduct reviews, make recommendations, and verify contracting packages are complete before submission to the Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO).
17.
Oversee property management work such as the annual physical inventory, maintenance records, disposals, Board of Surveys, accountability, and control practices.
18.
Advise park management on future and emerging technologies.
19.
In annual planning and budgeting cycles, identifies and prioritizes overall park needs for additional computing and telecommunications technology.
20.
As funding becomes available, work with the park's IT Specialist to make recommendations for hardware, software, and telecom equipment and services in line with plans.
21.
Recruit and hire subordinate staff members in line with merit staffing procedures and equal employment opportunity guidelines and principles. Serve as primary point-of-contact with the Shared Human Resources Office (SHRO).
22.
Review, evaluate, and approve proposed personnel actions including appointments, promotions, and awards.
23.
Implement employee and labor relations laws, policies and procedures.
24.
Utilize USA Staffing to create and edit hiring and onboarding actions.
25.
Provide sound recommendations, guidance, and advice to management and hiring officials on staffing and personnel issues.
26.
Oversee the work of employees in charge of administrative and business operations of the park. Prepare formal performance appraisals, work plans, evaluate performance of employees, and recommend awards and promotions.
27.
Provide or coordinate training and development opportunities for employees related to the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
28.
Deal appropriately with employee conduct and performance issues.
29.
Communicate effectively in difficult situations and exercise tact, discretion, and persuasiveness in resolving differences, sensitive issues, and problems.
30.
Build and maintain effective work relationships with employees and external stakeholders.
31.
Manage and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships, including negotiation and conflict resolution, with park management and staff, park stakeholders, cooperators, other governmental organizations and local communities.
32.
Resolve difficult or controversial problems and ensure effective communications across organizational lines.