What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Officer position at US National Institutes of Health?
Duties
The NIH, a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the largest biomedical research funding organization in the world. The NIH is made up of 27 Institutes and Centers and employs approximately 18,000 employees in varied occupations, all supporting research efforts that improve health and save lives. For more information on NIH's mission and goals, visit the NIH website.
- Advise program managers regarding budgetary concerns such as projected shortfalls or unanticipated financial needs. Provide advice regarding significant deviations from original plan.
- Perform the full-range of general administration and advisory services and/or functions, performing all that apply: outside activities, time and attendance, relocation requests, human resources services, facilities management, property management, space/logistics, safety/security, and travel.
- Conduct negotiations with vendors to obtain goods and services.
- Provide information on Congressional and other outside inquires and reports; and recommend positive course of action.
- Create and execute strategic and/or operating plans for new fiscal years, which includes the gathering of key information essential to the planning process such as internal information, benchmarking information, and stakeholder input.
- Interpret policies and procedures in the management of space and facilitates. Manage and monitor the budget, design, construction and modification of existing and/or new space. Responsible for tracking overhead costs associated with assigned space.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- See vacancy announcements during the open period for position requirements.
Qualifications
Education
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Additional information
- We are not collecting applications through this posting.
- Applicant cut-off: These announcements will accept applications during the open period of Monday, January 6, 2025 through, Friday, January 10, 2025, unless the applicant cut-off (200 applications) is reached. The announcements will close at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on January 10, or the day the 200th application is received, whichever comes first. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on the closing day of the announcement to receive consideration. Early submission of your application is highly encouraged.
- PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to announcement NIH-SR-DE-25-12640176 and/or NIH-SR-MP-25-12641808 to receive consideration.
- The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
- Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
- Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment. If selected, you may be eligible to receive a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications and/or a special need of the Government for your services. This applies to employees paid under the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) pay systems and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. A salary above the minimum must be approved before the appointment.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Benefits
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Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
See vacancy announcements during the open period for required documentation.
How to Apply
Please note: These announcements will accept applications during the open period of Monday, January 6, 2025 through, Friday, January 10, 2025; unless the applicant cut-off (200 applications) is reached. The announcements will close at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on January 10, or the day the 200th application is received, whichever comes first. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on the closing day of the announcement to receive consideration. Early submission of your application is highly encouraged.
See vacancy announcements during the open period for instructions on how to apply.Agency contact information
NIH HR Service Desk Branch EEmailohrcsdbranchesrvdsk@od.nih.govAddressNational Institutes of Health
6701 Rockledge Drive
Bethesda, MD 20892
USNext steps
If interested, we encourage you to apply during the open period from 1/6/2025 - 1/10/2025.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
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This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
For additional information on who may apply for these positions, please review announcements NIH-SR-DE-25-12640176 and NIH-SR-MP-25-12641808.
