Administrative Manager
Legislative BranchSource: USAJOBS
Base salary $116,378 to $180,389
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Washington, DC
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- LocationWashington, DC
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (3 min ago) · observed since
About this job
Summary
The Secretary of the Senate's Disbursing Office is seeking an Administrative Manager . The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/YO0NL.
Duties
NATURE OF WORK The Administrative Manager oversees the administrative operations of the Senate Disbursing Office and provides executive-level support to the Financial Clerk and Assistant Financial Clerk. The position supervises administrative and support personnel; coordinates correspondence, records management, personnel administration, procurement, and office operations; and ensures the effective implementation of administrative policies and procedures. Working collaboratively with office leadership, managers, and other Senate organizations, the Administrative Manager promotes operational efficiency, consistent service delivery, and effective coordination across the Disbursing Office. Work is bound by Title 2 and Title 5 of the U.S. Code; Office of Personnel Management (OPM) interpretation and guidelines; Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures; Senate Disbursing Office procedures, practices, and guidelines; the U.S. Senate Handbook; the Senate Ethics Manual, and requires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/YO0NL.
Qualifications
An associate's degree and five to eight years of relevant administrative, executive support, office management, or related professional experience. Candidates must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of administrative practices, office operations, records management, and procedures for coordinating multiple priorities, assignments, and deadlines. Ability to supervise and coordinate staff, establish work priorities, delegate assignments, monitor performance, and ensure the timely and accurate completion of work. Ability to provide administrative support to senior leadership, manage executive schedules, coordinate meetings and assignments, and anticipate and address competing demands. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, and to prepare, review, and coordinate correspondence, reports, and other official documents. Ability to use computers, standard office software, and electronic information management systems to organize records, process information, and support administrative operations. Ability to exercise sound judgment, make decisions independently within established guidelines, resolve routine administrative issues, and identify matters requiring management attention. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior officials, colleagues, external stakeholders, and the public while demonstrating professionalism, tact, and diplomacy. Ability to appropriately handle sensitive information and confidential personnel, financial, and administrative matters. Ability to review information and documentation for accuracy, maintain organized records, and ensure work is completed in accordance with established procedures and requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting senior executives or managing administrative operations in a complex organization. Experience supervising employees, coordinating workloads, and supporting staff development. Familiarity with the United States Senate, the legislative branch, or comparable governmental operations. Ability and willingness to learn Senate policies, procedures, organizational responsibilities, and legislative processes. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS None.
Education
See minimum qualifications above for education details and licenses & certifications.
How you will be evaluated
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.
Required documents
Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Veterans' Preference Application, if applicable
How to apply
https://saa.csodfed.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.
Other information
The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email [email protected] with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.
What to expect next
Candidates will be contacted if granted an interview.
Source: Legislative Branch on USAJOBS · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($116,378) is above 26% of the 61 Business Operations roles in Washington, DC listed on this site. Their median floor is $140,000; the middle half runs from $115,200 to $165,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingAdministrative Manager$116,378 to $180,389
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Information Security Engineer$120K to $185K
Mechanical Engineer$120,579 to $156,755
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Administrative Manager (this listing) | $116,378 - $180,389 |
| Official Reporter of Debates | $116,378 - $180,389 |
| Computer Systems Engineer | $114K - $155K |
| Information Security Engineer | $120K - $185K |
| Mechanical Engineer | $120,579 - $156,755 |
| Architect/General Engineer (Specifications/Project Control) | $120,579 - $156,755 |
| Facilities Operations Specialist | $121,785 - $158,322 |
Observed changes
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- First observed on the employer's board
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-11-06
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Washington, District of Columbia
USD 116,378 – 180,389 · PA · federal_basic_pay
- Method
- Structured pay field published by the employer
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