Supervisory Physical Scientist

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS), Office of Observations (OBS), Center for Atmospheric and Surface Observations (CASO), Systems Management Branch, with 1 vacancy in Silver Spring, MD. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : As a Supervisory Physical Scientist, you will perform the following duties: Serve as the Chief of the Systems Management Division within the Center for Atmospheric and Surface Observations (CASO). Is responsible for the management and administration of the Division, as well as serving as the primary focal point for programmatic and operational support for a number of state, territory, and international operational systems and equipment for the National Weather Service (NWS). Provide leadership and program management for the life-cycle of the systems encompassed in the programs and projects, as well as oversight and management of the acquisition and procurement of observational data leveraged by the NWS. Ensure Federal Acquisition Certification (FAC) certified Program Managers are available to support programs and projects managed by the Division. Support the Program Manager's responsibilities for providing program reporting (presentations, performance monitoring, Office of Management and Budget (0MB) Exhibit 300s, etc.). Serve as focal point for providing programmatic management of surface and upper air observing systems and related computer processing systems. Responsible for the management of operational implementation and commissioning of new observing and related computer systems, enhancements to existing systems, and decommissioning of systems. Maintain performance measures regarding operations and data availability of field systems and coordinate issues with operational observing systems through interaction with Regional, Field, and Headquarters (HQ) units. Establish and manage project schedules and work breakdown structures, project cost development, performance metrics, and risk management. Provide supervision and management of Division resources, including staff and budget. Provide leadership and direction to Division staff, including training and career development opportunities. Act as first-line supervisor of a staff of program and project managers who are meteorologists, physical scientists, engineers, program analysts, and Information Technology (IT) specialists, who are engaged in managing observing programs, projects and acquisitions. Adjust work schedules and reprograms, reschedules and reassigns work to meet Division responsibilities. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Incumbent will obtain and maintain Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers at the Senior Level with Information Technology Certification. Throughout the recruitment and hiring process we will be communicating with you via email; therefore, it is imperative that the email address you provide when applying for this vacancy remains active. Should your email address change, please notify the point of contact identified in the vacancy announcement as soon as possible so that we can update our system. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/ BASIC REQUIREMENTS: This position requires applicants to meet a Basic Education Requirement in addition to at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience in order to be found minimally qualified. Transcripts must be submitted with your application package. You MUST meet one of the following basic education requirements: To qualify for the 1301 series: EDUCATION: A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics

Salaire : $169,279 – $197,200/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. The National Weather Service (NWS) readily contributes to NOAA's mission and has played a key role in protecting American lives and properties for over a century. The timely provision of reliable weather, water, climate, and environmental information has supported the Nation's social and economic development. NWS offices in communities across the United States and its territories, supported by regional and national centers, provide the authoritative