SummaryThe U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking qualified candidates for the Acting Deputy Office Director (Interdisciplinary) detail within the Office of the Director (OD), Office of International Science and Engineering (OISE) in Alexandria, VA.
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The Deputy Office Director serves as a senior scientific and organizational leader responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction, and management oversight for an NSF organizational component. The position requires substantial professional achievement and leadership expertise in one or more NSF-supported scientific, engineering, STEM, social science, education, or interdisciplinary research fields and may be filled under multiple professional occupational series consistent with NSF interdisciplinary leadership positions. The incumbent assists the Office/Directorate Head in managing programs, operations, workforce, resources, and organizational priorities; serves as the principal advisor on management and operational matters; exercises delegated authority for day-to-day operations; supervises staff and subordinate supervisors; and represents the organization internally and externally. The Deputy Office Director may serve as Acting Office/Directorate Head when designated.
Major Duties and Responsibilities- Provides senior-level leadership and management oversight to ensure the organization's programs, operations, workforce, and resources support NSF's mission and strategic objectives.
- Provides oversight of organizational programs, projects, and operational activities to ensure quality, integrity, compliance, accountability, and achievement of established objectives.
- Exercises delegated responsibility for managing organizational resources and advising the Office/Director Head on budget formulation, execution, resource allocation, and long-range planning.
- Provides direct supervision and leadership to assigned employees and subordinate supervisors and exercises management oversight of workforce planning, performance, development, and accountability within designated organizational areas.
- Provides management advice and coordinates the implementation of agency policies, requirements, and organizational priorities within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Provides leadership in identifying, assessing, and mitigating organizational risks and ensuring the integrity of management and operational processes.
- Leads continuous improvement efforts to strengthen organizational performance, operational effectiveness, and the quality of services and outcomes.
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Conditions of employmentYou must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
* Applicants do not need to seek their supervisor's approval to apply for this detail opportunity. However, supervisory approval is needed prior to making the detail effective.
* Candidates selected for a detail will remain at their current grade and rate of pay.
* This detail is for a period of 120-days and may be extended up to one year.
*The detail may be terminated at any time during this period. Upon conclusion of the detail, you will be returned to your former office and position/grade.You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire and any external assessment that is included.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for situational telework. Situational telework may be approved on an occasional basis in accordance with agency policy, supervisory approval, and operational requirements. Selected candidates interested in telework, or other workplace flexibility arrangements, should discuss available options with the selecting official. Participation in telework is voluntary and requires an approved telework agreement.
QualificationsThe incumbent must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field; or Master's degree with relevant experience; or equivalent professional experience in a field aligned with the NSF mission.
Candidates must demonstrate extensive, progressively responsible experience in scientific research, research administration, or program leadership that includes:
- Providing leadership and strategic direction for major scientific programs, portfolios, or facilities.
- Managing or overseeing policy development, budgeting, planning, and project management activities related to scientific research.
- Identifying emerging scientific trends and recommending programmatic priorities or new directions.
- Advising senior leadership and interacting on a peer basis with senior scientific and managerial officials across Federal agencies, academia, industry, and international organizations.
- Applying strong analytical skills to assess complex issues, establish priorities, and develop actionable recommendations.
Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Candidates who do not have civil service status or reinstatement eligibility will not obtain civil service status if selected. Candidates currently in the competitive service will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if selected. Usual civil service benefits (retirement, health benefits, and life insurance) are applicable.
You must meet eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the announcement.Experience must demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment, influence strategic outcomes, and contribute to organizational leadership at a senior level.
EducationPlease refer to the Qualifications section.
Additional informationThis announcement is open to current NSF federal employees only.
If you do not have civil service status or reinstatement eligibility, you will not obtain civil service status if selected. If you are currently in the competitive civil service, you will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if selected.
This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position.
Only applications submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
