The National Science Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for an Interdisciplinary Supervisory Program Manager position in the Office of International Science and Engineering (OISE) within the Office of the Director (OD), Alexandria, VA.
The National Science Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for an Interdisciplinary Supervisory Program Manager position in the Office of International Science and Engineering (OISE) within the Office of the Director (OD), Alexandria, VA.
Applications will be accepted from current NSF agency employees who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. Please see the "Other Information" section for further information.
The supervisory program manager serves as the supervisor of the Countries and Regional Affairs Cluster and has responsibility for the planning and administration of activities focused on: 1)providing expert advice to NSF leadership, management, and employees on issues at the intersection of scientific research and foreign policy. 2)promoting international research collaboration and 3)educating the next generation of US scientist and engineers by providing opportunities for international cooperation and Specific Duties include:
International Affairs The supervisory program manager contributes to the collection, analysis and dissemination of information on foreign science and technology investments and policy. The incumbent maintains awareness of developments in foreign research and the associated policy implications. He/she also identifies opportunities for U.S. researchers to engage in cooperative work with foreign laboratories and scientific institutions. Specifically, he/she analyzes information on foreign research and technological developments using professional networks and special expertise and knowledge. The manager uses expert judgement to select significant material to provide perspective for policymakers. The program manager contributes to the preparation of internal and external communications, with original observations on how overseas events may impact the U.S. scientific and engineering communities.
As appropriate, the manager interacts with foreign government officials and science officers at U.S. Embassies. He/she contributes to the establishment of activities that take advantage of the scientific strengths of the cooperating countries. Additionally, he/she helps oversee the coordination of Agreements or Memoranda of Understanding, as appropriate, to ensure the interests of the U.S. science community and the government are properly served. The manager contributes to the writing of policy documents, analytic products, and program announcements or solicitations. The manager advises NSF management and leadership about policy and
The incumbent will be required to attend regular meetings with other government agencies (i.e., Office of Science and Technology Policy, Department of State, etc.) where classified information on foreign policy, investments, and intelligence assessments will be discussed. In addition, the incumbent must be able to access classified documents (i.e., reports, cables, etc.) to maintain situational awareness of the evolving geopolitical landscape. This information is critical in ensuring the Foundation’s activities are integrated with the rest of the U.S. Government.
Program Planning and Direction The supervisory program manager, in coordination with Office leadership, prepares and recommends annual and long-range budgets and plans. The manager makes recommendations about changes in the scope or thrust of Office activities considering changes in U.S. science and foreign policy, changing interests in research communities, and international opportunities. The manager helps prepare briefing materials for budget hearings, negotiations, and discussions, or in response to requests from Office leadership. The manager represents NSF on interagency groups and inter-governmental organizations. The manager assists and participates in discussions and negotiations with officials from other U.S. agencies and foreign governments; keeps abreast of changes in U.S. science policy and foreign policy (such as those related to issues of technology transfer and export controls); monitors trends and developments within the scientific and official communities of foreign countries that may affect international scientific cooperation; acquires or deepens understanding to and appreciation for, the history, language, and culture of our foreign partners with who we cooperated; and develops and maintains expertise in science policy.
Proposal Review and Evaluations The program manager contributes to the establishment or modification of projects and programs to meet Foundation and Office objectives; keeps in regular contact with foreign counterparts; oversees the evaluation of proposals and the associated recommendations for awards or declinations. In addition, he/she consults with other NSF scientific staff to establish mechanisms for international science cooperation. The manager ensures programmatic decisions account for considerations such as the impact of the proposed work on the scientific community, institutions abroad, and the compatibly of the proposal with U.S. foreign policy and U.S. science policy objectives..
Supervisory Duties The incumbent is responsible for supervising a staff of approximately five Countries and Regional Affairs Cluster employees and is responsible for: assigning and reviewing work assignments, performance management, training and development, setting priorities, furthering EEO goals, etc.
The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.
Supervisory/managerial probationary period.
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions
You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
Please preview "Evaluations" section and "Qualifications" for additional requirements and Quality Ranking Factors.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in any field of science related to the work performed at NSF, plus after award of the Ph.D., six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position; OR a Master’s degree in any field of science related to the work performed at NSF, plus after award of the degree, eight or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position.
AND
For positions within the Office of International Science and Engineering, substantive experience working with representatives from foreign governments, international organizations or in diplomatic positions on behalf of the United States Government is required.
This position is outside the competitive civil service.
You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Additional information
This announcement has been amended to extend the closing date to Monday, June 22, 2020.
Relocation expenses will NOT be paid.
This announcement is open to current agency employees.
Federal Appropriations Law requires that Non-Citizens meet certain eligibility criteria to be considered. Therefore, Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non-citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.
The Selected Candidate(s) may be subject to a background investigation.
Please note: NSF IPA’s are not considered agency employees and are not eligible to apply.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A GREAT LOCATION! The National Science Foundation Headquarters is conveniently located across the street from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station, right in Alexandria, VA, a few miles from downtown Washington, DC. There are shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as historic Old Town Alexandria a short trip away. Employees receive the Federal benefits package and NSF offers:
Pre-tax parking Public transportation subsidy Child care subsidy Flexible working hours Telecommuting Physical Fitness Facility on site Health Services Unit on site Employee Assistance Program
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the extent and quality of your experience, expertise, education, and research activities relevant to the duties of the position. In some cases, additional assessment processes may also be used.
We strongly encourage you to specifically address the Quality Ranking Factors below. This will ensure that you receive full consideration in the evaluation process.
Quality Ranking Factors 1. Working knowledge of NSF's and OISE's mission. 2. In-depth understanding of U.S. science and foreign policy and the organizations responsible for establishing said policy. 3. Demonstrated experience interacting with foreign government officials and representatives of international science-related organizations. 4. Ability to work with peers across government agencies. 5. Ability to lead/manage others.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A GREAT LOCATION! The National Science Foundation Headquarters is conveniently located across the street from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station, right in Alexandria, VA, a few miles from downtown Washington, DC. There are shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as historic Old Town Alexandria a short trip away. Employees receive the Federal benefits package and NSF offers:
Pre-tax parking Public transportation subsidy Child care subsidy Flexible working hours Telecommuting Physical Fitness Facility on site Health Services Unit on site Employee Assistance Program
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.
All applicants must submit a resume in any format, and may also submit a cover letter.
In order to be considered for federal appointments, Non-Citizens must affirm that they meet the Appropriations Law eligibility criteria by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered. Non Citizens who are exempt from the Appropriations Law requirements due to their status as officers or employees of the U.S. government on December 16, 2009 must provide a statement with their application noting their exemption with documentation of proof of status as officers or employees of the U.S. government on that date.
You are strongly encouraged to submit a current performance appraisal and/or letter(s) of recommendation and a supplemental statement that describes how your background relates to the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) listed in the Qualifications and Evaluation Requirements section of this announcement. This information will be used in the evaluation process.
We also ask that you complete and submit the Applicant Survey. This will help NSF to ensure that our recruiting efforts are attracting a diverse candidate pool; it will be used for statistical purposes only.
You should upload your letter of recommendation(s) or the individual(s) can email the letter of recommendation(s) to adsearch@nsf.gov; please ask him/her to put your name and the job announcement number in the subject line.
Transcripts are not required; however, please indicate the year that each degree was obtained on your application materials.
All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Your application must be submitted online and all document uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date. You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position. For more detailed information, please review our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
WARNING! Applications submitted online must have a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
If you are unable to apply electronically, please use the Contact Information below for special instructions on how to submit your application materials. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-8044 for assistance.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR DATE OF BIRTH ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
United States
Next steps
Shortly after the announcement closes, you will be notified as to whether or not you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you do, you will receive further consideration and evaluation. If the position is in the bargaining unit, and your application is referred to the selecting official, you will be contacted for an interview if interviews are conducted. Interviews for positions not in the bargaining unit may be conducted at the discretion of the selecting official. All qualified applicants will receive final notification of the outcome of the job opportunity announcement.
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website.
We highly recommend that all candidates opt to receive email notifications for job status updates.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
All applicants must submit a resume in any format, and may also submit a cover letter.
In order to be considered for federal appointments, Non-Citizens must affirm that they meet the Appropriations Law eligibility criteria by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered. Non Citizens who are exempt from the Appropriations Law requirements due to their status as officers or employees of the U.S. government on December 16, 2009 must provide a statement with their application noting their exemption with documentation of proof of status as officers or employees of the U.S. government on that date.
You are strongly encouraged to submit a current performance appraisal and/or letter(s) of recommendation and a supplemental statement that describes how your background relates to the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) listed in the Qualifications and Evaluation Requirements section of this announcement. This information will be used in the evaluation process.
We also ask that you complete and submit the Applicant Survey. This will help NSF to ensure that our recruiting efforts are attracting a diverse candidate pool; it will be used for statistical purposes only.
You should upload your letter of recommendation(s) or the individual(s) can email the letter of recommendation(s) to adsearch@nsf.gov; please ask him/her to put your name and the job announcement number in the subject line.
Transcripts are not required; however, please indicate the year that each degree was obtained on your application materials.
All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Your application must be submitted online and all document uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date. You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position. For more detailed information, please review our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
WARNING! Applications submitted online must have a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
If you are unable to apply electronically, please use the Contact Information below for special instructions on how to submit your application materials. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-8044 for assistance.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR DATE OF BIRTH ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
United States
Next steps
Shortly after the announcement closes, you will be notified as to whether or not you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you do, you will receive further consideration and evaluation. If the position is in the bargaining unit, and your application is referred to the selecting official, you will be contacted for an interview if interviews are conducted. Interviews for positions not in the bargaining unit may be conducted at the discretion of the selecting official. All qualified applicants will receive final notification of the outcome of the job opportunity announcement.
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website.
We highly recommend that all candidates opt to receive email notifications for job status updates.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
