Job Listing: Administrative Officer (Chief, Support Services Division)
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1 vacancy - Newark, NJThe Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) is responsible for providing comprehensive benefits and services to America's veterans and their families, including compensation and pension, education, vocational rehabilitation, loan guaranty, and insurance benefits. A position at the VBA may find you working one-on-one with veterans and their families or developing systems and procedures that manage benefits and services for veterans.
Major Duties
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY!WHO MAY APPLY (Eligibility Requirements) - If you do not meet the criteria described below, you will not be considered for this position. U.S citizenship is mandatory. Preference Eligibles and Veterans Separated Under Honorable Conditions Who Substantially Completed a 3-Year Term of Continuous Active Service (VEOA Eligibles) must submit a copy of the DD 214 which shows the type of discharge—typically found on the Member 4 copy), or if applicable, Purple Heart award. If applicable, applicants may also submit a completed Standard Form 15 with a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs (dated 1991 or later) or Armed Forces branch certifying receipt of service-connected disability or disability pension. Transfer or Reinstatement Eligible Applicants are current or former federal employees who meet the specialized experience or education requirements for the position being recruited. Applicants must have held or be currently holding a position in the competitive service unless an Interchange Agreement exists (please contact the HR Center at the above number for verification, if needed). A copy of the most recent or last SF 50, Notification of Personnel Action, and performance appraisal must be provided (do not submit an Incentive Award SF 50). Note: Transfer and Reinstatement applicants must also meet time-in-grade requirements as outlined under Minimum Qualification Requirements. VA Career Transition and Assistance Program (CTAP) and Interagency (ICTAP) Eligibles: In accordance with VA Handbook 5330, a CTAP/ICTAP eligible will receive special selection priority consideration if (1) applying at or below the grade level from which separated with no greater promotion potential than the position from which separated, (2) is within the commuting area, and (3) is determined to be “well qualified” for this position. This means that you must have performed duties wherein you were responsible for financial systems and/or administrative operations, and analyzed and evaluated the effectiveness of management programs and controls, operating procedures, or work flow. Copies of the RIF notice, Certificate of Expected Separation, or other documentation issued by the agency that identifies you as being surplus are required. Additionally, a copy of your latest SF 50, Notification of Personnel Action (which shows your current title, series, grade and salary, do not provide an Incentive Award SF 50 as it does not reflect this information) and performance appraisal are required.Major Duties and Responsibilities:The Administrative Officer serves as the Chief, Support Services Division, which encompasses the Finance and Administrative activities. The incumbent has responsibility for planning, directing, coordinating, analyzing, and monitoring the Support Services Division activities at the Newark VA Regional Office. The incumbent has full responsibility for the timely and cost-effective support services (administrative, finance, and facilities) necessary to meet all Regional Office accountabilities including the implementation, development, and management of these program areas. The Administrative Officer serves as a consultant to management on all aspects consistent with current law, VA policies, as well as the policies and regulations of applicable federal agencies (General Services Administration, Treasury Department, the General Accounting Office, etc.) Technical and administrative advice and guidance are provided to all levels of the Regional Office regarding the implications and impact of law, regulations, and policies on program-related actions and decisions. Serves as the technical expert on all fiscal matters concerning the station’s activities, including serving as the station’s Finance Officer. The Administrative Officer is also responsible for program and organizational analysis, program oversight, and management improvement studies. The Administrative Officer ensures equal opportunities for all Support Service Division employees and supports EEO goals.How to Apply
Failure to submit required documentation will result in an applicant receiving no or less than full credit in the evaluation and/or ranking process. To apply for this position, applicants must submit:
1. Resume, Optional Federal Employment Application, OF 612, or other format that fully describes your experience is acceptable. The brochure, applying for a Federal Job (OF 510) provides further guidance on how to prepare a resume for a federal positions. Forms listed may be obtained from any VA Regional Office, other Federal agency personnel offices, or from the following web sites:
WWW.OPM.GOV/FORMS/HTML/OF.HTM for Optional Forms
WWW.OPM.GOV/FORMS/HTML/SF.HTM for Standard Forms
2. Narrative responses to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above.
3. If applying using education in lieu of experience, a copy of your graduate transcripts is required.
4. Optional Form 306, Declaration of Federal Employment.
5. All documents as required in the “Who May Apply (Eligibility Requirements)” section (listed under Major Duties) describing the recruitment category for which you are applying.
Complete application packages must be received (not post-marked) by the closing date of this announcement, April 9, 2008. Please note that failure to submit required information and documents will result in non-consideration.
Application packages should be mailed or hand-carried to:
Department of Veterans Affairs
Human Resources Center—Baltimore
Attn: Tammy M. Crusse, Lead HR Specialist
31 Hopkins Plaza, Room 1610
Baltimore, MD 21201
Contact Information:
Ms. Tammy Crusse
Phone: 410-230-4403
Email: tammy.mccloud-crusse@va.gov
Or write:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
31 HOPKINS PLAZA, ROOM 1610
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
US
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
Required Skills
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
1. All applicants meeting the above eligibility requirements (“Who May Apply” section) must also possess specific specialized experience and/or education, by the closing date of the announcement, as described below:
Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade that has equipped them with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience is experience gained in a position that required you to (1) be responsible for financial systems and/or administrative operations and (2) to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of management programs and controls, operating procedures, or work flow. Candidates must also have demonstrated in their work experience or training that they possess, or have the potential to develop, the qualities to successfully supervise.
Education: At the GS-11 level, applicants may substitute a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education is not applicable at the GS-12 level. A copy of your graduate transcript(s) must accompany the application package by the closing date of the announcement. Official transcripts will be required if selected. It is also possible to combine education and experience. The Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions Handbook will be used to evaluate applicants and is available for review in any Federal Human Resources Office.
Applicants Please Note:
Education that you include on your application/resume or refer to in response to Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement). Education/coursework may be used as evidence of self-development and be judged as enhancing qualifications even when a position does not require a degree. Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html. Applicants may submit copies of their college transcripts. All education claimed will be verified.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
Transfer or reinstatement eligible employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration; i.e., 52 weeks at the GS-09 level or equivalent to qualify for the GS-11 level or 52 weeks at the GS-11 level or equivalent to qualify for the GS-12 level.
Supervisory Probationary Period: This is a supervisory/managerial position. If appointed to this position, you must serve a one-year probationary period, unless you have already completed one as a supervisor or manager.
Position Sensitivity: This position has a position-sensitivity level of Public Trust—High Risk. Selections made under this announcement are conditioned upon favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation (BI) per VA Handbook 0710. An investigation will be conducted after the effective date of the selection. An individual currently holding the appropriate clearance does not require additional investigation. An individual receiving unfavorable adjudication is ineligible to remain in this position.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of Veterans Affairs | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Union City | |
| Experience:Any | State: New Jersey | |
| Education: Vocational | Zip Code:07087 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 60,840.00 - 94,802.00 USD per year
Benefits
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
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