
Administrative Officer
Job Description
Summary
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The primary purpose of this position is: To conduct comprehensive organizational analyses of the detachment, its functions, and work processes and provide management consultant capabilities to the Special Agent-in-Charge (SAIC) and assigned Special Agents to improve mission effectiveness, resource efficiency, and resource savings.
Who Can Apply
Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"
Duties
- Plans, organizes, and executes mission support activities for AFOSI PF Det 1. Provides general administrative support and management services in non-technical areas of concern to the Special Agent-In-Charge (SAIC). Develops goals and objectives that integrates organization and mission support objectives. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organization design for the staff, as necessary, to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promotes team building, implement quality improvements, or in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
- Performs systems, local area network (LAN), and computer system administration duties. Provides management oversight and supervision of all communications processes, computers, and information system programs in direct support of all detachment personnel. Maintains multiple networks, to include configuration management, database development and management, system security, user account management, printer and peripheral management, user access, connectivity, and monitoring of required network servers, and application software releases.
- Serves as the AFOSI PF Det 1 financial resource advisor. Serves as the Detachment SAIC's spokesperson on the status and availability of unit funds. Has primary responsibility for independently managing the unit's Operations and Maintenance funds budget to include validating and prioritizing the detachment's funding requirements.
- Serves as the primary evidence custodian and manages the detachment evidence program. Receives evidence from detachment special agents and accepts the evidence in the electronic evidence database. Receives evidence transferred from other AFOSI and investigative agencies. Places the items of evidence within the designated secure storage areas and ensures proper storage to preclude deterioration of evidence.
- Serves as the detachment liaison for personnel, equipment/supply control, and investigative support matters. Prepares applicable documents for office contract maintenance, supplies, repair services, etc. Monitors and maintains $1M+ of equipment/supply listings received from Base Supply and AFOSI supply chains to track commitments and obligations. Performs facility management duties (e.g. prepare, submit, and track work orders).
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- Position is designated as critical-sensitive; employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
- The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander’s designated representative(s).
- Evidence custodian work often requires the incumbent to handle evidence involving bodily fluids and sometimes hazardous materials.
- Incumbent must possess a valid state driver's license, as he/she may be required to transport evidence or to obtain needed unit supplies and services.
- Incumbent must be willing to travel on military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty or training assignments.
- Employee must work under pressure. Emotional stability, tact, and maturity are necessary to cope with unusual and stressful situations.
- Irregular duty hours and overtime may be required.
- This position is designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force civilian drug-testing program. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
- Requires current 8570 Security+ certification
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes thorough knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, laws, regulations and policies of mission support multi-disciplines of the investigative services required to protect DOD personnel and assets worldwide. A high degree of analytical skill in identifying the means for, and the problems involved in, obtaining the financial and human resources needed to complete the mission. Knowledge of command structures, missions, and organizational relationship, plus a thorough understanding of the interrelationships between MAJCOMS, Services, DOD agencies, and combatant commands. Ability to communicate OSI policy and requirements in concise, direct, and accurate terms to PF Det 1 personnel, DOD agencies, members of other Services, and US allies.
OR
EDUCATION: Successfully completed a master's 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 field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, have at least one year of progressively higher-level graduate education, but have not obtained a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Knowledge and understanding of Air Force, DOD, AFOSI and federal financial, personnel, logistics, communications, computers, and information management processes. Manages network configuration and functioning to ensure access to sensitive data with limited exception. Requires current 8570 Security+ certification. Manages network configuration and functioning to ensure access to sensitive data with limited exception.
- Knowledge of personal computer capabilities and limitations, peripheral equipment, software configuration, and DOD and Air Force networking standards, policies, and techniques to provide a substantial range of technical support and assistance to users of networks and personal computers in the unit.
- Knowledge of extensive body of rules, procedures, policies, and processes covering the review, validation, and submission of a wide range of funds management and financial transactions under appropriated funds and reimbursable accounts to process and extract budgetary data from a variety of forms, documents, and reports.
- Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Ability to analyze personnel records to extract pertinent information and to determine other leads necessary to obtain information.
- Knowledge of handling of evidence for criminal investigations to include documentation and chain of custody, and knowledge of concepts and fundamental principles that describe and guide proper employment of investigative services required to protect Air Force and DOD assets worldwide.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, train users and provide assistance to customers
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- AFOSI funds management is a particularly sensitive program since funds are closely monitored and used for authorized expenses in support of the AFOSI investigative mission. The legal requirements for managing Advance of Funds (confidential funds) are stringent and subject to severe legal sanction if not handled properly.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Evaluation
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
BASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.
Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.
The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.
APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
- Online Application: Questionnaire
- Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
- Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
- Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
- Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
- Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
- Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
- Branch of Armed Forces
- Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
- Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
- Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
- Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
- Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
- Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Job Details
- Category
- Business & Finance
- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Apr 9, 2026, 12:15 AM
- Compensation
- $71,957 - $93,549 per year
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