Administrative Officer at National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) — Applications Closed

Job Description

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), portion of the National Institutes of Health, is hiring an Administrative Officer to assist as the principal advisor on administrative management matters.

This role is based at 6701 Rockledge Drive in Montgomery County, Maryland, and aids complex programs and operations within the institute. As an Administrative Officeryou’ll grow and put in place administrative management policies, define targets for major scheme matters, and propose courses of action.

You’ll operate across budget and fiscal management, supply and offering procurement, personnel and workforce use, contract negotiation, construction and renovation, and space employ. This role is best-suited for experienced administrators who desire to contribute to genomic research by securing smooth operations.

You’ll advise plan managers on budgetary worries, analyze financial statements, and monitor organizational budgets. This role also involves drafting specifications for solution contracts and equipment leases, and carrying out vendor negotiations.

NHGRI gives telework alternatives as determined by agency policy, with flexible schedules on offer at the supervisor's discretion. This is a permanent, full-time appointment at the GS-11, GS-12, or GS-13 grade level, with a salary variety of $85,447 to $111,087 per year.

Salary & Compensation

Salary: $85,447 - $111,087 per year.

Qualification

To qualify for the Administrative Officer role at GS-11, you want a Ph.D. Or equivalent doctoral degree, or three years of progressively higher-level graduate education, or one year of specialized background equivalent to GS-09.

For GS-12, one year of specialized experience at GS-11 is needed; for GS-13, one year at GS-12.

• GS-11: Ph.D. Or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 complete years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. If related.
• GS-11: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09, covering participating in budget preparation and execution, reconciling monthly expenditures, drafting specifications for contracts, and assisting with general administration (time and attendance, HR, facilities, property, space/logistics, safety/security).
• GS-11: A combination of post-baccalaureate education and know-how that meets 100% of the conditions.
• GS-12: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11, such as getting ready, executing, and monitoring budgets. Analyzing financial data; developing acquisition blueprints and cost estimates; monitoring contract performance; verifying property distribution; and advising on staffing and recruitment.
• GS-13: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12, covering planning and monitoring budgets with multiple funding sources, performing contract administration, serving as approving formal for requisitions, advising on HR spheres, and developing administrative policies and procedures.
• Expertise can be gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, or organizational activities, paid or unpaid.
• Education must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• All qualification needs must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cater to as principal advisor on all administrative management matters for programs and operations.
• Develop and advise on administrative requirements for a intricate body.
• Participate in developing and carrying out administrative management policies.
• Define objectives for key scheme problems and advise courses of action.
• Strategy, build, formulate, prepare, execute, monitor, and forecast organizational budgets.
• Advise program managers on budgetary matters such as projected shortfalls or unanticipated financial demands.
• Analyze financial and budget control statements to advise management on fund status.
• Support with reviewing budgets for each object class, proper allotments, and use of allocated funds.
• Draft specifications and statements of function for service contracts and equipment leases.
• Run negotiations with vendors for contracts and leases.

Conditions & Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment subject to successful completion of pre-appointment process (background investigation, verification of qualifications, onboarding forms, called for documents).
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Must wrap up a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) annually.
• One- or two-year trial/probationary period may be needed.
• Must be fit to perform necessary duties with or without fair accommodation.
• NIH upholds a tobacco-free perform environment and campus.
• This is a non-emergency/teleworker post; must be open to telework or request depart during closures.

How You Will Be Evaluated

1. You’ll be evaluated set on how well you encounter the qualifications.
2. Assessment involves competencies: Attention to Aspect, Decision Making, Influencing/Negotiating, Integrity/Honesty, Interpersonal Skills, Learning, Reading Comprehension, Reasoning, Self-Management, Teamwork.
3. Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire.
4. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating; misrepresentation may close consideration.
5. Veterans' preference is a positive consideration in Schedule A hiring.
6. Referral and shortlisting may involve meetings and additional details requests.

Required Documents

• Resume: Must thoroughly explain how skills and experiences align with qualifications; involve role title, employer name, dates (month/day/year), hours per week, comprehensive tasks, and series/grade if federal. Apply USAJOBS Resume Builder or guarantee your resume contains all called for info.
• Assessment Questionnaire: Complete the online questionnaire as section of the submission.
• Veteran Documentation: DD-214, VA Disability Letter, or other proof if claiming veterans' preference. For 10-point preference, submit SF-15 and required documentation.
• Schedule A (Disability Appointment) Documentation: Letter from a licensed medical professional, vocational rehabilitation specialist, or disability benefits agency on letterhead and signed, certifying eligibility for Schedule A.
• Transcripts: If qualifying located on education, send in unofficial transcripts (authorized needed before offer). Contain course titles, credit hours, and grades.
• Span letter, certifications, or licenses are encouraged but not called for at time of submission.

Benefits

• Finalize federal advantages package such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement.
• Paid exit (annual depart, sick exit, and federal holidays).
• Telework and adaptable operate schedules on offer at supervisor's discretion.
• Access to the Thrift Savings Scheme (TSP) with employer matching.
• Prospects for training and profession development.

How to Apply

1. Log into your USAJOBS account and unseal the announcement for Administrative Officer (GS-0341).
2. Finish the online application, including the assessment questionnaire, and attach your resume and required documents.
3. Review all eligibility questions closely and respond accordingly; you’ll only be considered for Schedule A hiring unless you affirm otherwise.
4. Verify all needed documentation is included, evaluate your responses, and hand in your submission by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on July 16, 2026.
5. For technical difficulties, contact HR Systems Back at [email protected]. For accommodations, contact NIH HR Offering Desk Branch F at [email protected].

Additional Information

• This announcement is open to people with disabilities under Schedule A and those eligible under the Priority Reemployment List.
• NIH participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
• The role is situated at 6701 Rockledge Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892 (Montgomery County).
• Telework is available as determined by agency policy; versatile schedules may be offered.
• A Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) is called for annually.
• You’ll receive an acknowledgment email after sending in your submission; track progress via USAJOBS.
• Contact NIH HR Service Desk Branch F at [email protected] for questions or accommodations.

About Company

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is a leading research institute within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dedicated to advancing genomics research. NHGRI assists and runs research on the layout and function of the human genome, and its role in health and disease.

This Administrative Officer role is integral to NHGRI's operations, making sure that administrative functions such as budget, procurement, and personnel management run evenly. This role backs the institute's mission by enabling researchers to focus on scientific discovery.

NHGRI provides a collaborative function environment with chances for skilled increase.