Administrative Office

Jason Watkins
Administrative Officer (AO)

NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory
325 Broadway R/CSL1
Boulder, CO 80305 USA

The focus of the Administrative Office is to manage the administrative functioning of the Chemical Sciences Laboratory. The Administrative Officer and the budget and administrative team serve as Advisors to the Director and laboratory staff on all matters pertaining to budget, finance, reimbursable agreements, personnel actions, recruitment, awards/recognition, acquisitions, grants, property, travel, recordkeeping, conference/seminar management, foreign nationals, time and attendance, site access, security, and a myriad of other administrative functions. The Administrative Office continually updates and conveys their knowledge of ever-changing government regulations, policies, and procedures. Administrative and budget staff utilize critical thinking to anticipate problems and determine solutions while also interpreting, and ensuring adherence to, all Federal and Department regulations, policies, and procedures. The Administrative Office strives to provide comprehensive support while continually improving processes and procedures to become more efficient and effective.