Administrative Services Specialist

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida seeks a qualified administrative professional to support operations at the GS-09/GS-11 level. The role emphasizes purchasing, facilities, records management, and personnel support within a federal context.

Clear documentation of experience and/or graduate education is required. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications described for GS-09 or GS-11, including specialized experience, education, or a combination of both,

Qualifications

• Specialized Experience: At least one year at the GS-07 level performing two of three duties: administrative support, process improvement, or spending monitoring.
• Education options: master's degree or equivalent, 2 years of graduate study, or professional degrees in related fields (transcripts required).
• Combination of Education and Experience: total 100% of the stated qualifications with transcripts.

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

LL.B or J.D., in a related field

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

Job description

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida's mission is to enforce and defend the laws of the United States of America through the prosecution of criminal cases brought by the Federal government; the prosecution and defense of civil cases in which the United States is a party; and the collection of debts owed to the Federal government that are administratively uncollectible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying:

To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must possess:

• Specialized Experience: At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing two of the three duties listed below:
• Providing administrative support in areas such as purchasing, facilities, records management, personnel, or travel by applying established procedures.
• Reviewing administrative processes, identifying routine problems, and recommending changes to improve office operations.
• Monitoring spending, checking financial records for accuracy, and preparing reports to help management track available funds.

OR

Education: A master's degree or equivalent graduate degree; OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL. B or J.D., in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, and Acquisition). Education must be obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: Applicants must possess a combination of the above-described graduate education and specialized experience such that they total 100% of the stated minimum qualifications for the GS-09 level. Only graduate education beyond the first year (18 semester hours) may be used when combining education and experience for this option. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must possess:

• Specialized Experience: At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing three of the four duties listed below:
• Planning and coordinating administrative services, such as purchasing, facilities, records management, or personnel support, to meet office needs.
• Evaluating administrative procedures, identifying problems, and recommending improvements to office operations.
• Interpreting administrative policies and advising staff and management on requirements and solutions to operational issues.
• Analyzing spending and resource needs, preparing budget estimates, and recommending actions to address funding shortages or changes in spending.

OR

Education: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.; OR a LL.M., in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, and Acquisition). Education must be obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: Applicants must possess a combination of the above-described graduate education and specialized experience such that they total 100% of the stated minimum qualifications for the GS-09 level. Only graduate education beyond the first 2 years (36 semester hours) may be used when combining education and experience for this option. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). For more information on the qualifications for this position.