Description du poste
This position is part of the Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office, Department of Energy. The Recent Graduates Program is a dynamic, one-year developmental program that promotes careers in the Federal Government to recent graduates. Recent Graduates who successfully complete Program requirements may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent position in the civil service.
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The Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) works to discover, integrate, and mature technology solutions to enhance the nation's energy foundation and protect the environment for future generations. Through forward-looking research and technology development, our team of talented and diverse experts provides technology solutions for today and options for tomorrow. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy The following are the duties of this position at the GS-13. Since you are being selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position. As a Physical Scientist, you will: Analyze technical, schedule, cost, and resource information associated with research projects to identify risks, resolve execution challenges, and recommend actions that support successful project outcomes. Coordinate interdisciplinary research activities involving federal staff, contractors, and external partners to ensure project objectives, milestones, and resource requirements remain aligned with organizational priorities. Prepare and manage technical, financial, acquisition, and contract-management documentation, including statements of work, budgets, project plans, technical direction packages, and contractor performance assessments, to support research execution and COR responsibilities. Advise research leaders, project teams, and management officials on project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and execution strategies to support successful delivery of research objectives. Prepare and present project status briefings, analyses, reports, and executive-level communications to inform leadership decisions, communicate project performance, and support stakeholder engagement. Lead project coordination activities among researchers, contractors, business support organizations, and external stakeholders to resolve issues, manage dependencies, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of project milestones and deliverables. CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS: DOE has the option to non-competitively convert a Recent Graduate to a permanent or term position upon successful completion of program requirements. This is not automatic, nor guaranteed. Conversion is at the discretion of the hiring manager and employing office. To be eligible to be converted to a permanent or term position you must: Be a US Citizen or National Be recommended for conversion by your manager or supervisor. Complete all training and development requirements within the 1-year appointment period. Successful completion of 1 year of continuous service. Demonstrate successful job performance of at least a "Fully Successful" or equivalent on performance appraisal. Meet the Office of Personnel Management's qualification standards for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted (which may include a positive education requirement). General Physical Science Series, 1301 A Recent Graduate may be converted to the highest General Schedule (GS) grade level qualified for at time of conversion. Recent Graduates converted to a term position in the competitive service may sub