Administrative Officer

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 11/17/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted.

An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected.

For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.

Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications: Specialized Experience: To qualify for this position at the GS-13 grade level, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors).

Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience in at least two of the following: Leading and overseeing complex administrative programs, including budget, finance, human resources liaison functions, acquisition, property management, agreements, information management, and internal controls. Providing authoritative advice to senior leadership, developing administrative policies, resolving cross-functional management issues, and conducting complex analyses of administrative processes and systems.

Formulating, executing, and monitoring multi-source budgets, advising managers on fiscal strategies, ensuring financial integrity, and directing staff responsible for daily financial operations. Supervising administrative staff and directing the delivery of comprehensive administrative services across an organization, including workflow coordination, performance management, and staff development.

Overseeing acquisition and property accountability, reviewing complex procurement packages, coordinating with servicing contracting offices, and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and internal controls. Note: You must include hours per week worked on your resume.

Volunteer 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.

Serves as the Chief of Administration for Isle Royale National Park and Keweenaw National Historical Park, providing expert leadership over all business and administrative operations. Advises park superintendents and managers on budget, finance, human resources, acquisitions, property management, agreements, and information management. Leads a small administrative team and ensures that business functions effectively support mission delivery across both parks.

Day-to-Day Duties: Manage budget planning, execution, and financial oversight. Supervise administrative staff and coordinate daily workflow. Oversee procurement, property management, and contract packages. Serve as liaison for HR services, staffing actions, and workforce planning. Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.