NNSA - building careers while securing the future through engineering, science, and national security in an environment where your contributions make a difference.
Summary
NNSA - building careers while securing the future through engineering, science, and national security in an environment where your contributions make a difference.
As the Senior Advisor for the Integrated Plutonium Program, you will:
Provide leadership, policy expertise, and knowledge on plutonium missions and coordinate decisions on the integrated plutonium program across NNSA.
Advise NNSA leadership on plutonium inputs, requirements, analysis, and evaluations and develop options to resolve issues impacting plutonium programs.
Approve near-term schedule, production, and contract adjustments at the program and project level to expeditiously advance the integrated plutonium program.
Coordinate with all NNSA program offices, functional offices, field offices, and M&Os to promote alignment of efforts across the nuclear security enterprise in support of mission requirements.
Augment NNSA's public-facing image by communicating NNSA priorities, progress, and challenges at public events, with the media, and with non-governmental organizations.
Communicate the NNSA Administrator's plutonium priorities and the status of plutonium efforts to DOE officials, and other Federal stakeholders, including the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, Department of State, Congress, and others.
In close collaboration with NNSA offices, guide the development of integrated policies, requirements, planning, and assessments to increase the availability of critical capabilities for plutonium programs.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORT (OGE 278): If you are selected for this position, you will be required to file a Public Financial Disclosure Report prior to entry on duty, and annually thereafter.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: You must be able to obtain and maintain a Q level security clearance.
DRUG TESTING POSITION: As a condition of appointment to this position, you will be subject to pre-employment/pre-appointment testing for illegal drug use under the U.S. Department of Energy Employee Drug Plan. If you are selected, you will be provided information regarding drug testing. Failure to undergo testing or positive findings resulting from the test will eliminate you from further consideration for this position. If selected for and appointed to this position you will be subject to random drug testing while employed.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: A one-year probationary period may be required.
HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE (HSPD-12): A selectee's appointment is contingent upon compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity. May be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, random testing after appointment.
E-VERIFY: New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
OF-306: You may be required to complete an OF-306, "Declaration for Federal Employment" form used to (a) determine your suitability for Federal Employment and/or (b) in conducting an investigation to determine your suitability or ability to hold a security clearance.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: All males born after December 31, 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is directly related to the duties and responsibilities of this position, referenced in the technical qualifications, that equipped the candidate with the scope and level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work. This level of responsibility is typically found at the GS-15 or equivalent level in the Federal Government. Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has had professional training and experience of the scope, level and quality sufficient to carry out the responsibilities of the position effectively.
Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess each of the following Specialized Experience Qualifications (SEQs). FAILURE TO MEET OR ADDRESS ANY ONE OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
A supplemental narrative must be uploaded and attached to your application addressing each SEQ listed below.Responses must provide specific examples that address relevant experience, accomplishments and evidence that you possess the SEQ. No more than one (1) page per SEQ is allowed; additional informational information will not be considered.
The SEQs for this position are:
SEQ 1: Knowledge of the nuclear weapons complex, nuclear weapons programs, and infrastructure programs, as well as the associated functional organizations.
SEQ 2: Experience on high profile initiatives related to national security issues, including interactions with the Department of Defense and other key interagency stakeholders, to enable effective coordination and communication on complex activities or topics.
SEQ 3: Proven ability to partner with others, persuade, gain cooperation, and create high functioning teams that produce results in a timely manner.
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., community, professional, philanthropic, 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 all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Additional information
The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
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.
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.
Your resume and responses to the Specialized Experience Qualifications (SEQs) will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must clearly demonstrate in your application materials sufficient evidence that you possess the technical attributes in the SEQs. Please note the SEQs must be addressed individually and in the narrative form within the application assessment. You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under category rating procedures. Candidates that are deemed qualified will be rated and assigned to one of the three following categories: Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, or Qualified. Veterans' preference eligibles will be listed at the top of each category for which they are qualified. Preference eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified). Candidates in the highest quality category will be sent to the hiring official for further review and consideration.
If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses to the SEQs, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated "ineligible", "not qualified", or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
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.
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.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you are unsure, click the link for each document type to read more. ALL APPLICANTS:You must submit a resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the SEQs.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Resume showing all work experience (paid and unpaid), hours worked per week, dates of employment (month and year), and duties performed
Specialized Experience Qualifications (SEQs). Applicants must provide a separate narrative statement specifically addressing each of the SEQs as outlined in the Qualifications section of this announcement. No more than 1 page per SEQ is allowed; additional information will not be considered. SEQs must provide specific examples that address relative experience and accomplishments.
Other supporting documents, as applicable:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," and the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx).
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package or may affect the overall rating.
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.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. Faxed or e-mailed applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible' or 'not qualified'.
To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
National Nuclear Security Administration
24600 20th St SE
Kirkland AFB, NM 87117-5507
US
Next steps
After each step in the recruitment process, your status will be updated in our application tracking system. Once this happens, if you have elected to receive e-mail updates, you will be notified through your USAJOBS registered e-mail address. If you have not elected for e-mail updates, you can review your current application status in USAJOBS at any time. Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job--this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible. In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include: application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you are unsure, click the link for each document type to read more. ALL APPLICANTS:You must submit a resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the SEQs.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Resume showing all work experience (paid and unpaid), hours worked per week, dates of employment (month and year), and duties performed
Specialized Experience Qualifications (SEQs). Applicants must provide a separate narrative statement specifically addressing each of the SEQs as outlined in the Qualifications section of this announcement. No more than 1 page per SEQ is allowed; additional information will not be considered. SEQs must provide specific examples that address relative experience and accomplishments.
Other supporting documents, as applicable:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," and the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx).
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package or may affect the overall rating.
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.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. Faxed or e-mailed applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible' or 'not qualified'.
To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
National Nuclear Security Administration
24600 20th St SE
Kirkland AFB, NM 87117-5507
US
Next steps
After each step in the recruitment process, your status will be updated in our application tracking system. Once this happens, if you have elected to receive e-mail updates, you will be notified through your USAJOBS registered e-mail address. If you have not elected for e-mail updates, you can review your current application status in USAJOBS at any time. Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job--this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible. In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include: application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
