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This vacancy is located within the Office of Information and Resource Management (OIRM), Division of Administrative Services (DAS). Click here to learn more about this position and DAS.
Learn more about this agency04/14/2023 to 04/28/2023
$132,368 - $172,075 per year
GS 14
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Temporary Promotion - or Detail NTE 120 days and may be extended in 120-day increments up to one year without further competition; the total duration of this temporary opportunity could be less than one year. See Other Information Section for further information.
Full-time -
Competitive
14
Yes
No
DAS-2023-0004
719701300
NSF agency employee on OR eligible for permanent competitive service appointments.
Responsible for the generation of requirements development, contract management facilitation, financial management, database and SharePoint management, and program evaluation for all aspects of project/program management.
Responsible for coordinating, analyzing and preparing information for making decisions on program management in support of projects, strategic initiatives and programs.
Serves as the Division Expert on project management implementation in support of organizational strategies.
Leads, coordinates and directs activities of team members throughout project lifecycle including managing timelines; developing and managing communication artifacts on status; performing matrix management; adjusting work assignments and project plans based on shifting resources and priorities; developing requirements and scopes of work; managing schedules, risks and budgets; developing program management knowledge, skills, and abilities of team members.
Leads development of formal, structured strategic and operational plan. Develops and presents DAS input for OIRM and NSF budget formulation and submission.
Reviews organizational performance, the external environment, and available resources to recommend priorities to the Chief, Business Operations Branch. Ensures that DAS organizational objectives are directly linked to goals and performance objectives embodied in the NSF Strategic Plan, support clients' missions and programs, and are consistent with DAS strategic priorities.
Develops and applies quantitative and qualitative criteria to assess the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of DAS operations and services, and recommends new processes, systems or policies to enhance organizational performance.
Assesses DAS workload and related knowledge and skill requirements. Develops human capital plans to ensure that the DAS workforce is structured to efficiently and economically satisfy mission requirements and that employees possess the qualifications needed to provide optimum levels of service to clients.
Develops communication plans to inform DAS staff of changes to OIRM, NSF, or the Director's priorities, strategies, business processes, rules and regulations that affect work life or work performance.
Works with the Director/Deputy and the Division Directors to ensure that administrative, operational, and program support work meet the needs, goals and objectives of stakeholders. Establishes fiscal year operating plans based on resources available to satisfy current and anticipated requirements. Recommends actions and adjustments to optimize resource use.
Performs supervisory functions in support of the Section.
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
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 meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire.
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 is a non-bargaining unit position.
To qualify at the GS-14 level, an applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in Federal Service. Specialized experience for this position includes the following: managing projects/programs to ensure compliance with organizational goals to include monitoring quality performance in order to make recommendations to optimize use of funds or making complex operational plans and analyzing the cost/benefit reviews of operational plans.
CANDIDATES WHO ARE NONCOMPETITIVELY ELIGIBLE, OR DO NOT MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, OR DO NOT SCORE IN THE BEST QUALIFIED GROUP, MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR A DETAIL TO THIS POSITION IN LIEU OF A TEMPORARY PROMOTION.
Education may enhance skills required for this position; however, no substitution of education for specialized experience may be made at this level.
* Supervisory approval is not required to apply to this opportunity, but, supervisory approval will be required before the detail may be made effective.
* Any candidate selected for a detail will remain at their current grade and rate of pay.
* This detail/temporary promotion is for a period of 120 days and may be extended in 120 day increments up to one year without further competition.
* The detail/temporary promotion may be terminated at any time during this period.
* Upon conclusion of the detail/temporary promotion, you will be returned to your former office and position/grade.
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least “Very Good” on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form.
Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources
Veteran's Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the VA letter or other required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
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.
For additional information on the NSF eRecruit system, please visit our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
The Selected Candidate(s) may be subject to a background investigation.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Ratings will be assigned based on your responses to the occupational questionnaire. In some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." At NSF, this means a score of 90.0 or higher.
In the merit promotion selection process, formal performance appraisals may be considered if voluntarily submitted by the applicant.
Competencies
If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status. All applicants are required to provide a resume, in any format they choose. Cover letters are optional.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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 should be submitted online and must be completed and all required documents successfully uploaded before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the 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.
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) 292-5090 for assistance.
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.
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