Administrative Officer - Finance, HR & Policy Lead

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) seeks an Administrative Officer to lead business functions in support of assigned research programs. The location will be determined upon selection, and the role emphasizes management advisory services, financial management, workforce HR, and employee orientation.

In this position, you will provide guidance on policies and procedures, interact with location and Area management, and ensure alignment with

Responsibilities

• Provides management advisory services and formulates and implements Location administrative management policies, procedures, operations, goals, and objectives.
• Works closely with location and Area management officials to ensure business needs of the customer are achieved. Integrates management needs with the general business processes of the location.
• Serves as the primary advisor and technical resource to officials on accounting and financial management matters.
• Advises management officials regarding procedures, laws, regulations, and policies dealing with workforce diversity, recruitment, merit promotion, training, and other human resources related activities.
• Implements and oversees the Employee Orientation Program assuring that necessary information is provided to new employees and assuring that appropriate content changes are made.

Job description

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) seeks an Administrative Officer to lead business functions in support of assigned research programs. The location will be determined upon selection, and the role emphasizes management advisory services, financial management, workforce HR, and employee orientation.

In this position, you will provide guidance on policies and procedures, interact with location and Area management, and ensure alignment with