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Position Title
Administrative Officer
Agency
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Announcement Number
R5-24-12340424-AA-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 to Tuesday, April 9, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?

If yes, confirm:
• 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.
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3. 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:
• 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.
(limit characters)
4. Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?

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5. Are you a U.S. citizen or national?

 
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Qualifications for GS 7 (limit characters)
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references. (limit characters)
1. Qualifications for GS-0341-7 (limit characters)
Qualifications for GS 9 (limit characters)
2. Qualifications for GS-0341-9 (limit characters)
Knowledge in applying, commonly used Federal Government and Service budget and finance principles, practices and methods of budget execution and the organizational structure, programs, and work methods of serviced components sufficient to function effectively to determine whether obligations, expenditures, and requested allotments are within funding limitations in the approved budget and/or determine whether estimates of funding needs and requests for allotments are in line with program plans and work methods. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Lead mid and long-range budget planning and financial management program evaluation/analysis.
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4. Track and correct budget estimates, payroll, and spending projections using automated financial systems.
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5. Analyze historical budget and financial data to develop and prepare budget estimates and justifications for current-year, budget-year, and out-year budget planning.
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6. Identify actual and/or potential funding problems, fiscal trends, significant program deficiencies and imbalances and recommends adjustments and solutions.
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7. Process monthly budget reports generated from financial systems.
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8. Use an automated financial system, such as the Finance Business Management System; a budget tracking system and computer spreadsheets to monitor allocated funds and the use and rate of expenditures.
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Knowledge of property management regulations, policies, and procedures, and the ability to apply such to a wide variety of straight forward and routine situations and needs. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
9. Ensure that purchases are in accordance with procurement regulations and delegated authority.
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10. Advise and assist in acquiring equipment, supplies, materials, and repair services on the basis of necessity and availability of funds.
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11. Develop and maintain a record system for an organization which allows for systematic retention and/or disposal of records in accordance with established policy.
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Knowledge in identifying and resolving administrative problems or concerns in support of management's needs. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
12. Research and develops options, alternatives, and solutions to address administrative issues or problems.
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13. Explain the applicable administrative regulations, policies, standards, or procedures for a given situation to management, personnel, or customers.
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Ability to communicate effectively to advise a wide variety of employees (e.g., administrative staff, supervisors, managers) concerning routine administrative, financial, and human resources matters. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
14. Provide advice and guidance to supervisors and employees on regulations, policies and procedures related to human resources management.
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15. Identify and research problems in administrative and clerical support areas.
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16. Advise administrative staff, supervisors, managers, and employees on administrative, financial, and human resources matters, policies, and procedures.
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17. Prepare personnel action documents, such as for hiring, re-assignment, promotion, and/or adverse actions using an automated personnel management system, such as the Federal Personnel Payroll System (FPPS) or similar system.
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Knowledge of regulations, and human resources procedures and directives in order to implement policies and procedures concerning administrative support activities and advise management and supervisors in the preparation of human resources actions and documentation. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
18. Collaborate with regional (or equivalent) office management, coordinators, or program staff to ensure the timeliness/quality of administrative services or support for an organization.
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19. Advises a wide variety of employees in writing (e.g., administrative staff, supervisors, managers) concerning routine administrative, financial, and human resources matters.
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Integrity Certification (limit characters)
20. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position. (limit characters)