International Programs Administrator

To qualify for the GS-12 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11. Experience must include coordinating administrative functions, updating policies, managing procurement, using office automation systems, and advising management. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 performing duties such as coordinating administrative functions, updating policies, and maintaining cost-tracking reports.
• Experience managing and coordinating procurement activities for office supplies and equipment.
• Experience using office automation systems and databases to create reports.
• Experience providing advice and guidance to management on various administrative functions.
• Time-in-Grade: Must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade (GS-11) for current or former GS employees.
• Must be a current career or career-conditional U.S. Secret Service employee in the competitive service, or a USSS CTAP eligible.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret Tier 5 clearance.
• Must submit to random drug testing.

Provide procedural and financial management advice regarding supply allocation and training expenditures.

• Maintain financial records and files, track bills, clarify changes, and obtain supporting documentation.
• Identify and report erroneous charges and ensure proper crediting of accounts.
• Establish administrative procedures, internal controls, and standard operating procedures for assigned offices.
• Advise the Resident Agent in Charge on new regulations, policies, and procedures affecting administrative and support functions.
• Perform preliminary searches and input new data into criminal databases.
• Develop background information on subjects of investigations and assist agents with link analysis.
• During protective visits, contact other law enforcement agencies, conduct name checks, and gather criminal histories.

Obtain and maintain a Top Secret Tier 5 clearance.

• Submit to random drug testing.
• This is an overseas assignment with a minimum three-year commitment.
• Relocation authorized.
• May be required to serve a 1-year probationary or 2-year trial period.
• No visible body markings on head, face, neck, hands, or fingers (except one conservative ring tattoo on one finger).

Complete federal benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.

• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k)).
• Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays.
• Possible flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, and fitness centers.
• Disabled veteran leave available for eligible veterans hired on or after November 5, 2016.
• Overseas benefits and allowances per IPD-02 and PCS-07.

This position is open only to current career or career-conditional U.S. Secret Service employees and USSS CTAP eligibles.

• DHS uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
• False statements on application may result in withdrawal of offer, dismissal, fine, or imprisonment.
• The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits requesting criminal history before conditional offer; certain positions are exempt.
• More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
• DHS encourages persons with disabilities and disabled veterans to apply.
• The Secret Service prohibits visible tattoos on head, face, neck, hands, and fingers (except one conservative ring tattoo).
• For assistance, contact APT Talent Management Division at [email protected] or (202) 406-6420.

The U.S. Secret Service is a federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security, responsible for protecting national leaders and safeguarding the nation's financial infrastructure. The Office of Field Operations manages investigative and protective missions worldwide, including international posts like Frankfurt. This role supports the Secret Service's global mission by providing administrative and financial management for overseas operations. Office of Field Operations is named as the hiring organisation for the International Programs Administrator post.