Administrative Officer for Education Programs
Lead administrative and operational functions for federal education programs at Fort Bragg, NC.
Best for:Best for experienced professionals in public administration, education management, or related fields with expertise in budget oversight, personnel management, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
This position is based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and involves managing administrative and operational tasks for a federal education program. The role focuses on budget formulation, personnel management, student records, and facility oversight across multiple locations. Applicants must demonstrate experience in budget management, personnel administration, and compliance with regulatory standards. The position is part of the U.S. federal government’s Department of War Education Activity, requiring adherence to strict eligibility criteria, including U.S. citizenship and background checks.
What you'll do
- Plan, manage, and coordinate the formulation, analysis, and execution of annual budgets for education programs.
- Oversee manpower support and civilian personnel actions, including hiring and administrative processes.
- Administer student registration, attendance tracking, academic records, and tuition status management.
- Manage school property, equipment, and facility operations to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Prepare and submit reports using information management systems for school administration and personnel.
- Develop and implement safety, security, and compliance programs for educational facilities.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field OR 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. in a relevant field.
Language: English proficiency (required for all duties)
Instruction: English
- Proven experience in managing annual budgets for educational or administrative programs.
- Experience overseeing manpower support and civilian personnel actions.
- Familiarity with federal education regulations and compliance standards.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills for managing student records and facilities.
- Ability to prepare and analyze reports using information management systems.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit of pay is mandatory.
- One-year probationary period may be required.
- Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination via background investigation.
- Tier 3 (T3) background investigation with childcare checks required due to interaction with minors.
- Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) required upon entry and annually thereafter.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-21
Applicants must submit their resume through the USAJOBS portal. If qualifying based on education, transcripts will be required. Specialized experience or education must be clearly described in the resume. Reasonable accommodation requests for assessments must be submitted prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
- CV/Resume
- Transcripts (if qualifying based on education)
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship
- Selective Service Certification (if applicable)
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