Administrative Officer

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in State College, PA seeks an Administrative Officer to manage a broad range of administrative functions for the Pennsylvania Ecological Services Field Office. The role involves budgeting, property management, HR guidance, and travel coordination for staff and cooperators.

The position supports decisions on cooperative agreements, equipment procurement, and compliance with federal policies. Telework is eligible and the posting salary range is provided.

Qualifications

• Submission of transcripts to support education claimed for qualification.
• Official transcripts required before start if education was used for qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of administrative services, advice, and counsel for the Pennsylvania Ecological Services Field Office.
• Develop and prepare budget estimates and justifications for current-year, budget-year, and out-year budgeting.
• Monitor and track obligations and expenditures throughout the budget execution phase.
• Prepare routine and recurring cooperative, inter-/intra-agency, and reimbursable agreements; advise on equipment, supplies, and services needs.
• Ensure property management compliance for federally-owned personal property.
• Advise supervisors and employees on regulations related to human resources management, payroll, benefits, and career development.
• Arrange travel for program staff and cooperators according to Federal Travel Regulations.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

You will serve as a Administrative Officer for the Pennsylvania Ecological Services Field Office located in State College, PA First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Provide a wide range of administrative services, advice, and counsel for the Pennsylvania Ecological Services Field Office. Develop and prepare budget estimates and justifications for current-year, budget-year, and out-year budget planning. Monitor and track obligations and expenditures throughout the budget execution phase.

Provide guidance and assistance in preparing routine and recurring cooperative agreements, inter-/intra-agency agreements, and reimbursable agreements. Advise and assist in determining needs and acquiring equipment, supplies, materials, and repair services on the basis of necessity and availability of funds.

Ensure that the acquisition, use, and control of federally-owned personal property conforms to established Departmental, Service, Regional, and Field Office property management policies and procedures.

Provide advice and guidance to supervisors and employees on regulations, policies, and procedures related to human resources management (e.g., ensures timely processing in personnel matters of promotion, step increases, incentive awards, health benefits, payroll, leave balances, TSP, retirement information, awards, and career development opportunities).

Ensures travel arrangements for program staff and cooperators are made in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations, Department, and Service policy.

Requirements & Education

You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.

https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $61722 – $80243/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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