February 10, 2025 — The following was released by the New England Fishery Management Council:
The New England Fishery Management Council (Council) seeks candidates for the position of Administrative Officer (AO). This position serves as the principal staff advisor on financial planning and administrative management. The responsibilities include development, preparation, and monitoring of budgets and oversight of all federal and programmatic contracts and purchasing. The AO provides overall human resources management, including benefit program oversight, payroll, personnel policies, and records management. The application deadline is March 5, 2025.
Administrative Officer Responsibilities:
- Prepare documents in support of budgets and amendments, as well as justifications for funding.
- Operate and maintain the Council’s accounting system in accordance with all applicable laws.
- Prepare financial reports, monthly summaries of accounts, budget statements, and balance sheets.
- Anticipate funding needs and ensure that sufficient funds are available to support the Council’s needs.
- Establish and maintain cost and fund controls as needed to meet the needs of the Council.
- Prepare and submit required reports to the NOAA Grants Office.
- Prepare contracts for administrative services on behalf of the Executive Director.
- Prepare, review, and oversee contracting and purchasing.
- Compile the necessary information for the Council’s financial and compliance audit for review by independent or Inspector General auditors.
- Assume responsibility for personnel management duties, including salary and wage administration, staff development opportunities, maintenance of personnel records, employee services (e.g., retirement, insurance, social security, and workers’ compensation), and other administrative services.
- Assist the Executive Director in the overall operation of the Council office through recommendations regarding policies, procedures, personnel actions, equipment and other needs, fiscal responsibilities, and other administrative activities and functions as required.
Qualifications: The Administrative Officer position requires expert knowledge of financial management, fiscal and accounting theories, concepts, principles, and procedures. A complete list of educational and professional requirements, as well as desired analytical skills, is outlined in the vacancy announcement.
Application Process: Please send a cover letter and a resume detailing education and experience to:
Cate O’Keefe, Executive Director
New England Fishery Management Council
50 Water Street, Mill 2
Newburyport, MA 01950
Applications will be accepted via email (preferred) to sgoutier@nefmc.org or U.S. mail until the closing date of March 5, 2025. The anticipated hiring date is April 2025.