Director, Ocean Exploration and Research

This position is within the Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER) within the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research. OER manages the federal program dedicated to deep ocean exploration that explores the gaps of deep ocean and the seafloor, providing essential information to strengthen the nation's economy, health, and security. The position operates within a structured leadership framework and reports directly to the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Programs and Administration. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : 1. The incumbent is responsible for developing and achieving an integrated agency-wide exploration strategy that advances NOAA's knowledge on oceans and Great Lakes, transitions research results into operational methods and information products; this responsibility is exercised in close cooperation with OAR and other NOAA Line Office Laboratory Directors, Regional Directors, Program Office Directors, and Program Managers; and, requires collaboration and cooperation with directors and senior scientists from the nation's most prestigious academic institutions, senior state officers, other federal agencies, and nongovernmental organization leaders. 2. The incumbent directs the programmatic integration of exploration and research elements; fosters and ensures productive synergies and partnerships between the NOAA elements of exploration, research, technology development and transition and ensures proper planning, programming, budgeting, and execution. The incumbent is responsible for the planning, management, and evaluation of OER activities; for allocating resources; for implementing effective administrative management systems; for establishing an environment conducive to representation of scientific programs; and for recruiting, developing supervising and retaining expert scientific and programmatic personnel. 3. The incumbent establishes and oversees an integrated strategy for evaluating OER exploration, research and technology development activities to ensure the quality, relevance, performance and integrity of NOAA Research within the context of the agency's overarching mission of preeminence in science, ocean stewardship and service to the nation. 4. Provides policy level authoritative representation to intergovernmental, national and international councils and meetings concerning NOAA' s interest in the areas of ocean exploration, research, and technology development. Participates in bilateral negotiations and in interagency coordination mechanisms to the extent necessary to assure NOAA 's programs are coordinated with related programs of other Federal agencies. 5. Assists NOAA in working with Congressional members and staff and constituency groups to achieve support for NOAA and OER program interests. 6. Assists in maintaining the long-term scientific health and productivity of the NOAA Research enterprise, particularly those relating to exploration, undersea research, and advanced technology development; provides scientific and programmatic advice. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2 page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified. Your resume should be 2 pages or fewer and not include images or graphics. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for

Salaire : $151,661 – $228,000/Per Year | Avantages : https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/new-prospective-employees/

NOAA is an agency that enriches life through science. From daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, and climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration, and supporting marine commerce, NOAA's products and services support economic vitality and affect more than one-third of America's gross domestic product. NOAA's dedicated scientists use cutting-edge research and high-tech instrumentation to provide citizens, planners, emergency managers and other decision makers with reliable information they need, when they need it.