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Small Business Administration

Director

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$151K - $228K/yr

Advises the Deputy Associate Administrator and Associate Administrator on innovation strategy, priorities, and policy, ensuring the Division's work advances Agency and Administration goals, including ...

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Program Analyst

Washington, DC

JobSummary In this position, you will serve as a Program Analyst for the Office of Response and Recovery, Associate Administrator, Business Managment Office, Facilities Section. The ideal candidate ...

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Program Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$169K/yr

Under the general supervision of the NCSA Associate Administrator, the Director for the Office of Data Acquisitions leads national crash investigation and data collection programs. The Director ...

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Associate Administrators are professionals who support the operations and management of organizations by assisting senior administrators or executives. Their responsibilities often include overseeing specific programs, coordinating departmental activities, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with policies, and serving as a liaison between staff and higher management. They play a critical role in maintaining efficient workflows and supporting organizational goals. Associate Administrators are commonly found in sectors such as healthcare, education, and government agencies.

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To thrive as an Associate Administrator, you need strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with office management software, budgeting tools, and project management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and attention to detail help individuals excel in coordinating teams and managing daily operations. These skills ensure efficient workflow, effective team collaboration, and the smooth execution of administrative tasks.

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An Associate Administrator works closely with senior management by providing administrative support, preparing reports, and assisting in the implementation of organizational policies. They often act as a liaison between departments, ensuring smooth communication and coordination of projects. This role requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, as Associate Administrators frequently facilitate meetings, manage schedules, and help resolve interdepartmental issues. Collaboration is a key aspect of the job, and those in this position gain valuable exposure to various functions within the organization, which can lead to future advancement opportunities.

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An associate administrator supports the management and daily operations of an organization or department. They handle administrative tasks such as coordinating schedules, managing communications, and assisting with policy implementation, often requiring strong organizational and communication skills. The role may also involve data analysis, report preparation, and collaboration with other staff members.

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Deputy Associate Administrator -Direct Hire (SME)

Federal Transit Administration

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$169K - $197K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

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Serves as the Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Regional Services, providing support to the Associate Administrator for Regional Services, who provides leadership and direction over day-to-day operations of FTA Regional Offices.
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Duties
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As a Deputy Associate Administrator you will:
• Assists the Associate Administrator in promoting ongoing quality improvement, organizational effectiveness, enhanced Regional-Headquarter relationships, strategic plans, and performance measurement in Regional Offices.
• Promotes the development and implementation of Regional activities and plans and processes that support the DOT and FTA strategic plans.
• Fosters a customer service orientation within the Regional services organization, with delivery of timely, high quality work products that favorably reflect on the Department and are responsive to Regional office needs.
• Advocates and recommends to the Associate Administrator process changes or improvements regarding the structure, operation, and well-being of Regional Offices and field operations as it relates to the implementation of all FTA programs.
• Supervises employees in the Office of Regional Services to include the full spectrum of personnel management, such as leave approval, fitness/performance evaluations, discipline and incentives, as well as providing direction to contracted personnel.
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The ideal candidate is a senior -level professional with leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and has experience working collaboratively with geographically distriuted teams.
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Conditions of employment
  • You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify.
  • Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
  • Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
  • Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
  • GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
  • BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
  • PPROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
  • SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: New supervisors must complete a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).

Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.
To qualify for the Grade 15, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14, it must include:
• Experience advising executives in changing environments, predicting operational requirements, and resolving organizational conflicts.
• Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams representing senior executives and their interests.
• Experience creating and launching new programs or teams through strategic planning.
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:
  • Planning and Evaluating - Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
  • Administration and Management- Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.
  • Organizational Awareness- Knows the organization's mission and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively within them; this includes the programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the organization.
  • Oral Communication- Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

For all types of consideration, 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.
For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4
All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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