Public Notice – Administrative / Management (Direct Hire)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Summary
Positions advertised are in various organizations across NASA. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-0301, 0343 at the GS-09/11/12/13/14/15 levels).
Duties
Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
Leads complex organizational studies and program evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify improvements, and recommend solutions. Translates analytical findings into actionable strategies for senior leadership consideration.
Directs enterprise-level programs and operations of broad scope and complexity. Establishes program objectives, evaluates outcomes, and ensures alignment with organizational priorities and senior leadership direction.
Directs coordination across organizational components, functional offices, and external partners to integrate requirements and ensure cohesive program delivery at the enterprise level.
Develops, coordinates, and promulgates enterprise-wide policies and procedural guidance. Evaluates the impact of proposed and enacted policy changes and advises senior leadership on implementation strategies and organizational implications.
Represents the organization in high-level forums, interagency bodies, and executive-level engagements. Builds and manages relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational goals and program objectives.
Serves as a principal advisor to executive leadership on complex programmatic, administrative, and organizational matters. Provides authoritative recommendations that directly inform senior-level decisions and strategic direction.
For supervisory positions, you will perform a full range of supervisory duties, which includes assigning and evaluating work; recommending personnel actions; taking disciplinary actions; and identifying training needs and developing employees.
Education
(For GS-9 and 11 level only) If you are using education completed in the United States to meet the qualification requirements, your degree must have been awarded from a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting organization. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management’s Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and veterans’ preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet. Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans’ preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for veterans’ preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). For more information please see: Veterans’ Preference information on the FedsHireVets website. You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or assessment questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. You will be assessed on the following competencies: Business Management Policy Management Program/Project Analysis Administration and Management Technical Competence Planning and Evaluating Problem Solving Decision Making To preview the application questionnaire, click on the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12992377 NASA considers 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. NASA will not ask you to disclose criminal history record information during the application process or before we make a conditional/tentative offer of employment. If you apply for this position and are selected, NASA will conduct a suitability/security background investigation after you accept a tentative job offer. If you feel you are asked to disclose your criminal history before you accept a tentative offer and wish to file a complaint within 30 days, please contact: Agency-FCCJ@NASA.gov.
Required Documents
All submitted resumes must not exceed two (2) pages in length. Resumes longer than two pages will be rejected by USAJOBS. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize including experience and relevant qualifications that directly align with the position advertised. All work experience and accomplishments must be associated with dates (month/year) to allow for accurate qualification assessment. A complete application package includes a resume, required documents and completion of the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please see this guidance: What to include in your resume. Your resume should describe your specialized experience and support your answers to the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please note: if any of the following types of information are included on your resume, your application package will be disqualified: Classified or government sensitive information. Social Security Number (SSN) Photos of yourself Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Encrypted and digitally signed documents. If your resume contains any of the above information, you must redact that information prior to the submission of your application. The following documents are required: Resume To be found qualified on the basis of education, you must provide a copy of your college transcript that fully demonstrates you meet the requirements listed in the Qualifications section. You may provide either an unofficial transcript or a copy of an official transcript. Failure to provide a complete copy of your college transcript that shows you have completed degree program or coursework may result in you being found not qualified for the job and you may lose consideration. There may be other supporting documents (licenses, certification, veterans preference, etc.), depending on your answers to the questionnaire and job announcement description, that you may have to submit, please verify your application. Do not submit an OF-306 with your application. If you are a surplus or displaced employee (CTAP and ICTAP), submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP. This includes copies of your agency notice, most recent Performance Rating and most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Official documents are required at the time of appointment for verification of eligibility and qualifications.
About this role
The Public Notice – Administrative / Management (Direct Hire) position and is based in Huntsville, Alabama. Positions advertised are in various organizations across NASA.
Day to day, the work involves duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal administrative work experience this Public Notice – Administrative / Management (Direct Hire) position requires. It is graded at GS-09, which sets both the pay band and the level of experience reviewers expect you to document. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Public Notice – Administrative / Management (Direct Hire) position in Huntsville, Alabama, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
Competitiveness for this Public Notice – Administrative / Management (Direct Hire) role depends mainly on how closely applicants match the stated qualifications. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.
