Polar Institute Director will perform the following and other related duties: 

• The program director serves in a full-time capacity as the Wilson Center’s lead in-house expert and strategist on matters pertaining to Artic and Antarctic, and serves as an advisor to executive leadership of the Wilson Center on these issues
• Designs and implements a schedule of high-impact activities to improve understanding about the polar regions and US policies, which include research, reports, publications, meetings, panel discussions, conferences, seminars and targeted briefings involving individuals from the scholarly, business, media, governmental and NGO worlds
• Represents the Wilson Center to outside audiences including policy and business leaders, professional associations and other key constituencies
• Acts as a key media spokesperson for the Wilson Center on Polar-related issues with the media and develops media events to promote the programs and the Wilson Center
• Supports scholars and alumni scholars to build media interactions
• Helps build knowledge and share expertise on the significance of the polar regions and related issues for other regions of the world, as well as U.S. policy development in coordination with key policymaking communities, including Congress.
• Develops and executes fundraising strategies including funding from foundations, governments, private donations from individuals, companies and organizations to maintain and expand the program and oversees all expenditures, to ensure the proper use of and reporting on resources and donations
• Oversees the operations of the program, supervises and manages the performance of staff within the program
• Works in cooperation with the Scholars and Academic Relations Office to recommend scholars for appointments for periods of residency and cooperates in the administration of an annual international fellowship competition
• Collaborates closely with resident and non-resident scholars to ensure maximum synergy between programmatic priorities and scholarly research
• Collaborates on Center-wide projects, themes, special activities and new initiatives that advance the Center's mission, interests, and that cut across Center programs
  
  

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• You must complete a background investigation
• Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable
• You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period
• You must maintain a bank account for direct deposit
• All qualification requirements for this position must be met by the closing date of this announcement 

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the Basic Requirement, have documented experience of meeting the required Appointment Criteria, specialized experience and the Key Core Competencies which will demonstrate your ability to perform the major responsibilities of the position.

Basic Requirement:

Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position/or

Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field/or

Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

Appointment Criteria:

• Demonstrated subject-area mastery of a particular discipline, area study, or related field (i.e., political science, international relations, environment, law, history, etc.) related to public policies related to Arctic/Antarctic, and related U.S. policy.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership and management of the program, including strategic planning, supervision of program staff, and organization of high-impact public and private programming.
• Entrepreneurial and resource-management ability, including experience raising funds from donors for program purposes.

Specialized Experience:

Qualified applicants must have previous experience that demonstrates entrepreneurial, managerial, and administrative ability to direct a major program designed to bring cutting edge scholarship to focus on public policy issues related to the Artic and Antarctic; experience in planning, supervising, evaluating, and coordinating the work of others; documented record of publications and media presence as an expert on related issues; skill making effective oral presentations; proven ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and to work effectively as part of a team; and administrative and interpersonal skills sufficient to direct, organize, coordinate, and accomplish the overall mission.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).

For more information on the qualifications for this position, Link to OPM Qualifications Standards

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".

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 based on the information that you provide, to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, appointment criteria and competencies  required, as described;

Appointment Criteria:

• Demonstrated subject-area mastery of a particular discipline, area study, or related field (i.e., political science, international relations, environment, law, history, etc.) related to public policies related to Arctic/Antarctic, and related U.S. policy.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership and management of the program, including strategic planning, supervision of program staff, and organization of high-impact public and private programming
• Entrepreneurial and resource-management ability, including experience raising funds from donors for program purposes.

Core Competencies: 

• Strategic Thinking – Formulates objectives and priorities, and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks.
• Entrepreneurship – Positions the office and organization for future success by identifying new opportunities. Advances the organization by developing or improving products or services. Takes calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives.
• Creativity and Innovation – Develops new insights into situations. Questions conventional approaches. Encourages new ideas and innovations. Designs and implements new or innovative programs/processes.
• Situational Awareness - Identifies the internal and external dynamics that affect the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly. Ensures ideological balance and inclusiveness of diverse points of view in Center products.
• Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances. Collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
• Human Capital Management – Builds and manages a workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
• Financial Management – Understands the organization’s financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditure and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.
• Oral and Written Communication – makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups. Listens attentively and engages effectively to present and/or clarify information as needed. Facilitates open communications. Writes effectively for a policy audience.