Summary This position is in the Office of Policy and Program Development (OPPD) and is responsible for developing and publishing all policy for the FSIS, including international policy; reviewing and approving the use of new technologies and new ingredients; reviewing and approving labels; developing and issuing instructions to the field necessary to implement new policy; and developing guidance to industry to help industry comply with new policy. Responsibilities Analyze staffing levels, travel, materials, and related requirements to provide cost data and information for program planning and evaluation activities. Evaluate budgetary and fiscal data for consistency with estimates, current program operations, and anticipated changes in mission, staffing, and funding. Provide policy interpretation and guidance regarding the preparation, revision, monitoring, and evaluation of organizational budget estimates and FTE needs. Advise OPPD management officials on human resources matters by coordinating organizational needs with human resources office requirements. Initiate personnel actions and oversee recruitment, selection, promotion, awards, and training activities to ensure alignment with staffing plans and funding levels. Advise OPPD management officials in structuring positions and writing performance plans. Review completed position descriptions and work plans for format and uniformity before submission to the human resources office. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in Grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet the time in grade requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled (e.g. one year at the GS-09 grade level for consideration for the GS-11 grade level). GS-11 Level: To qualify for the Administrative Officer GS-11 level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the that equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience must show evidence of performing administrative management functions in support of organizational operations, including budget, personnel, procurement, and office services. Your resume must show you have performed all duties similar to these: Analyzing administrative or program data, such as staffing levels, workload changes, travel, supplies, or other resource needs, and preparing summaries or reports used for planning or evaluation purposes. Assisting with or performing budget-related duties, including compiling resource requirements, reviewing financial data for consistency with established estimates, and preparing portions of an organizational budget submission. Supporting human resources functions, such as initiating personnel actions; assisting with recruitment, selection, promotion, awards, or training processes; reviewing position descriptions or work plans; or coordinating actions with servicing HR offices. Applying administrative policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements to resolve routine issues related to personnel, budgeting, procurement, or office operations. Assisting with procurement and contract-related tasks, including preparing requisitions or purchase requests, monitoring purchases for compliance, or providing guidance on basic contracting or property management procedures. Providing administrative support services, such as records management, property management, travel coordination, mail and file services, equipment maintenance, or similar operational activities. Communicating with internal and external stakeholders, such as program staff, agency representatives, contractors, or partner organizations, in order to exchange information, coordinate administrative actions, or provide guidance on procedural requirements. GS-12 Level: To qualify for the Administrative Officer GS-12 level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the that equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience must reflect independent application of advanced administrative management practices across budget, human resources, procurement, and organizational support functions within a complex program environment. Your resume must show you have performed all duties similar to these: Providing authoritative guidance on preparing, revising, monitoring, and evaluating budget estimates and FTE needs; maintaining financial controls; and ensuring the equitable and efficient distribution of financial resources. Acting as a liaison with HR to advise management officials on human resources matters and coordinating organizational needs with servicing HR offices. Conducting analyses of administrative and clerical support structures, including monitoring shifts between permanent, full-time, part-time, and temporary staff; recommending improvements to position management and workflow processes. Identifying and resolving complex administrative problems impacting financial management, personnel utilization, logistics, and office operations, often under conditions requiring independent judgment, competing priorities, and limited guidance. Interpreting and applying procurement and contract regulations, directing staff in preparing requisitions and purchase orders, and ensuring adherence to Federal and Agency acquisition policies. Advising management officials and employees on contract management responsibilities, procurement options, and compliance obligations. Providing tactful and effective communication with internal and external partners, including program managers, attorneys, contractors, and other agencies, to implement recommendations or secure cooperation on sensitive issues. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on how to qualify for this position Click Here Education To qualify for the GS-11 grade level based solely on education, you must upload your transcripts documenting that you meet one of the following educational requirements: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, OR 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, OR An LL.M., if related to the position To qualify for a GS-0341-12 position, you must meet the specialized experience; there is not education substitute for this grade. For definitive requirements, please refer to the OPM Administrative Officer Series (0341) standards. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.
