Police Administrative Officer

The Police Administrative Officer is a civilian position in the Police Force of the Supreme Court of the United States. The incumbent serves as a 1st level supervisor inside of the Police Force's Administrative Unit.

The position's principal responsibility is to supervise Police Force functions that are administrative in nature and are performed by civilian and law enforcement officer employees.

The Administrative Officer is responsible for overseeing all Police Force administrative duties to ensure the preparedness and continuation of Police operations in any circumstance.

The incumbent's responsibilities include supervision of duties related to the Police Force budget, financial management (e.g., requisitions, reconciliation), contract administration, human resources, background investigations, and other administrative tasks that require coordinating or communicating with the entire Police Force or on behalf of the Force.

Other general administrative activities include, but are not limited to drafting executive/police correspondence and communications, timekeeping, logistics, training, records management, acquisition, and travel.

The incumbent is expected to provide guidance and technical information on these matters and routinely confers with and advises management on administrative problems and needs.

The incumbent will be expected to perform duties independently, train subordinate staff, and have the ability to effectively perform analysis and issue resolution, while keeping the Chief of Police apprised of significant issues.

The position requires five years of specialized experience. Specialized experience is defined as experience coordinating administrative functions for an organization to include budget planning, financial management, human resources management, acquisitions, travel management, and/or property management.

Applicant must have experience researching, analyzing, or evaluating data, policies, or work processes independently without guidance from a supervisor. Experience with law enforcement and administrative functions is required.

An in-depth knowledge of administrative operations in the Federal government, including human resources, budget and travel policies and practices is preferred.

The officeholder must be collegial, tactful, and articulate in dealing with a broad range of individuals from within and from outside the Court; and the highest levels of discretion and judgment are required.