This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/508645400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This announcement has been amended to extend the closing date to October 26, 2018.
Become a part of our mission to maintain and strengthen the vitality of the US science and engineering enterprise. For nearly 70 years, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has remained the premier Federal agency supporting basic research at the frontiers of discovery across all fields, as well as science and engineering education at all levels.
08/22/2018 to 10/26/2018
$165,842 - $174,500 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Yes— Relocation may be paid contingent on availability of funds.
Permanent - SES Career
Full-time - Full-time.
Senior Executive
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NCSES-2018-0013
508645400
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
Applications accepted from U.S. Citizens.
The National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) is one of thirteen statistical agencies of the U.S. Federal Government and is the federal statistical agency with responsibility for data and analyses on the science and engineering enterprise writ large. NCSES primary role is to provide a central clearinghouse for the collection, interpretation, and analysis of data on scientific and engineering resources and to provide a source of information for policy formulation by other agencies of the Federal Government. NCSES is responsible for statistical data on: (1) research and development (R&D) trends; (2) science and engineering (S&E) workforce; (3) U.S. competitiveness in science and technology (S&T) and R&D); and (4) the condition and progress of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. NCESE engages in the following core activities to provide support in the development of objective data:
Conditions of Employment:
Executive/Managerial (E/Ms): Unless you are currently under a career SES appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into SES, or have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program approved by OPM, you must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the E/Ms. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as "ineligible."
Essential (Mandatory, must be addressed)
1. Leading Change. Demonstrated ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Includes the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
2. Leading People. Demonstrated ability to lead people toward meeting the organization’s vision, mission, and goals. Includes the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
3. Results-Driven Leadership. Demonstrated ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Includes the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
4. Business Acumen. Demonstrated ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
5. Building Coalitions. Demonstrated ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Professional/Technical (P/Ts): All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately.
Essential (Mandatory, must be addressed)
1. Ph.D. or a combination of education and equivalent professional experience in data collection methods or the analysis of statistical data, especially in reference to education, workforce, or research and development.
2. Demonstrated ability to manage one or more aspects of a large, complex statistical or research organization, including the design and implementation of nationally-representative data collections, and the analysis of results from such data collections, including outreach to external customers to obtain input and insights about needs and uses of data that are incorporated in surveys and data products.
3. Demonstrated knowledge or experience with laws, policies, and practices and procedures surrounding the federal statistical system, the protection and access to confidential survey data, federal budget preparation and execution, federal personnel management, federal procurement and contracting, and federal program evaluation.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of statistical methods and experience in the preparation and review of survey results or other quantitative information for dissemination to lay and technical audiences in a wide-range of traditional and online reporting formats (e.g., summary overviews, in-depth technical analyses, extensive tabular material, and micro data files or databases).
When responding to the mandatory P/T and E/M qualifications, you must clearly show that you possess the experience, knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of this position by submitting narrative responses in which you detail your experience in each of the mandatory E/Ms and P/Ts.
Your examples should be clear and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope, and complexity of the programs managed and program accomplishments with results of your actions, policy initiatives and level of contacts.
Applicants who do not provide narrative statements addressing both the mandatory E/M and P/T qualifications will only be considered for an IPA assignment, if applicable.
Applicants currently serving under a career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment, eligible for reinstatement into SES, or have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) approved by OPM are not required to address the Executive/Managerial Qualifications (ECQs/EMs); but a narrative statement for each of the Mandatory Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) is required.
To view additional information on the proper preparation of Executive Core Qualification (ECQs) statements, applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Personnel Management's Guide to Executive Qualifications.
http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/
Security Clearance
Public Trust - Background Investigation
The Senior Executive Service (SES) covers managerial positions above GS-15 in the Federal Service. Persons appointed to the SES are eligible for health benefits, life insurance, social security, Federal retirement and thrift savings plan coverage, and participate in the Federal leave system. Career appointees are eligible for bonuses based on performance in addition to base pay. Competitive status is not required, veteran's preference does not apply and there are no grade restrictions. New appointees to the SES are required to serve a one-year probationary period.
Final selection of career appointees requires the approval of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). OPM approval will be based on the selectee's background in the following five executive core qualification areas: (1) Leading Change, (2) Leading People, (3) Results Driven Leadership, (4) Business Acumen, and (5) Building Coalitions. These areas are incorporated in the five executive/managerial qualifications for the position. Information about the leadership requirements for SES-level positions is available on the OPM website.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be evaluated by an Evaluation Panel of senior officials. The panel will rate and rank applicants on the basis of the quality and extent of total accomplishments, experience and education. The panel will determine the degree to which candidates possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the mandatory professional/technical qualifications of the position and the mandatory executive/managerial qualifications to determine the best qualified candidates. The best qualified candidates will be referred to the appropriate official who will recommend selection. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, physical disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit reason.
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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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
1. Resume: In addition to your written statements addressing the Mandatory Executive/Managerial (E/M) Core qualifications, the Professional/Technical (P/T) qualifications, and other qualifications as applicable, submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Full name, mailing address, and day email address and evening telephone numbers.
Educational information, including the name, city and state of your colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degrees received.
Information about your paid and non paid work experience related to this position including:
2. Mandatory P/T Statement: A narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory professional/technical qualifications. Applicants who do not provide a narrative statement addressing each mandatory P/T qualifications will only be considered for an IPA assignment, if applicable.
3. Mandatory E/M Statement: A narrative statement specifically addressing each individual E/M. In lieu of the narrative, current career SES members, reinstatement eligible, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates must provide the documentation in item #4. Applicants who do not provide a narrative statement addressing each mandatory E/M qualifications will only be considered for an IPA assignment, as applicable.
4. All current and former career SES members must provide a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, documenting their status or reinstatement eligibility. Candidates who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their Qualification Review Board (QRB) certificate.
5. Citizenship Affidavit: Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application.
Please review your application packet to ensure that you have submitted all documentation that you want considered.
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.
You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package to ensure that you receive full consideration.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Applications must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date of this announcement. Applications may be transmitted electronically to execsrch@nsf.gov or mailed or delivered to the following address:
National Science Foundation
Division of Human Resource Management
Executive Personnel
ATTN: NCSES-2018-0013
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
Inquiries or questions should be directed to: Executive Personnel Staff at (703) 292-7493; hearing impaired individuals should call TDD (703) 292-8044 for assistance.
Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents."
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of this application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this job opportunity announcement.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR DATE OF BIRTH ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
We also ask that you complete and submit the Applicant Survey Form. This will help NSF to ensure that our recruiting efforts are attracting a diverse candidate pool; it will be used for statistical purposes only.
The Evaluation Panel will rate and rank each eligible applicant based on the qualification requirements and refer the top candidate to the selecting official.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Resume: In addition to your written statements addressing the Mandatory Executive/Managerial (E/M) Core qualifications, the Professional/Technical (P/T) qualifications, and other qualifications as applicable, submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Full name, mailing address, and day email address and evening telephone numbers.
Educational information, including the name, city and state of your colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degrees received.
Information about your paid and non paid work experience related to this position including:
2. Mandatory P/T Statement: A narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory professional/technical qualifications. Applicants who do not provide a narrative statement addressing each mandatory P/T qualifications will only be considered for an IPA assignment, if applicable.
3. Mandatory E/M Statement: A narrative statement specifically addressing each individual E/M. In lieu of the narrative, current career SES members, reinstatement eligible, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates must provide the documentation in item #4. Applicants who do not provide a narrative statement addressing each mandatory E/M qualifications will only be considered for an IPA assignment, as applicable.
4. All current and former career SES members must provide a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, documenting their status or reinstatement eligibility. Candidates who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their Qualification Review Board (QRB) certificate.
5. Citizenship Affidavit: Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application.
Please review your application packet to ensure that you have submitted all documentation that you want considered.
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.
You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package to ensure that you receive full consideration.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Applications must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date of this announcement. Applications may be transmitted electronically to execsrch@nsf.gov or mailed or delivered to the following address:
National Science Foundation
Division of Human Resource Management
Executive Personnel
ATTN: NCSES-2018-0013
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
Inquiries or questions should be directed to: Executive Personnel Staff at (703) 292-7493; hearing impaired individuals should call TDD (703) 292-8044 for assistance.
Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents."
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of this application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this job opportunity announcement.
IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR DATE OF BIRTH ON YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS.
We also ask that you complete and submit the Applicant Survey Form. This will help NSF to ensure that our recruiting efforts are attracting a diverse candidate pool; it will be used for statistical purposes only.
The Evaluation Panel will rate and rank each eligible applicant based on the qualification requirements and refer the top candidate to the selecting official.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/508645400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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