Summary This position is part of the Loan Programs Office, Department of Energy. As a Administrative Officer, you will be providing general and specialized management support to the MOD Director and across the Loan Program Office Divisions. Responsibilities As a Administrative Officer, you will: Manages the full spectrum of human capital activities, including training and development programs, workforce planning, and organizational restructuring, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and departmental policies. Directs and coordinates comprehensive administrative support functions, including travel, facilities management, and information technology services, to optimize operational efficiency for the Loan Programs Office. Leads and manages a team of management analysts and program specialists, overseeing their work, professional development, and performance to achieve organizational objectives. Identifies operational needs, recommends resource priorities, and makes strategic proposals to align administrative functions with the Agency's long-range plans and mission goals. Develops, implements, and evaluates management policies, programs, and procedures, integrating various disciplines to ensure seamless and efficient support for LPO organizations. Provides expert advice and consultation to senior leadership and staff on significant administrative and human capital issues, influencing policy decisions and ensuring effective implementation of management services. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Leading and managing comprehensive administrative operations, including human capital programs (e.g., training, staffing, performance management), financial resource management (e.g., budget oversight, fiscal execution), and facilities management for an organization of 100+ employees; AND Developing, implementing, and evaluating administrative policies, procedures, and systems that significantly improve organizational efficiency and support strategic objectives, to include advising senior leadership on administrative and human capital matters; AND Coaching and developing a team of administrative professionals, ensuring high-quality work outputs, managing performance, resolving issues, and fostering their professional growth. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website. If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the ICTAP program, your application must score within the pre-established "well qualified" category as stated in the Qualifications section. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. Your performance appraisal and incentive awards will be given due consideration in the selection process based on their relation to the duties of the position and the consistency with which they may be considered in evaluating you against other candidates. Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. Equal employment opportunity policy. Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://www.energy.gov/hc/department-energy-reasonable-accommodation-program Veterans Information: https://www.energy.gov/careers/veterans-military-spouses Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov. 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.
