Deputy Director
What you'd do
This position is part of the Hydrocarbon and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO), Department of Energy within the Technology Development Center. As a Deputy Director, you will provide day-to-day operational leadership, strategic alignment, and direct management of the TDC's multi-disciplinary workforce (including Federal Project Managers, contract specialists, team supervisors, and engineers) across NETL's primary campuses.
Major duties
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Hydrocarbon and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) - National Energy Technology Laboratory office 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 As a Deputy Director, you will: Co-lead the strategic direction, long-range planning, policy implementation, and day-to-day operations of the Technology Development Center to ensure activities align with agency headquarters' policies and national energy goals. Exercise full supervisory authority over a multi-disciplinary workforce (including subordinate supervisors, project managers, and technical staff) by setting performance standards, evaluating work, making selections, and directing training and employee development programs. Oversee the administration, execution, and rigorous accountability of hundreds of federally sponsored energy projects, cooperative agreements, grants, and contracts from initial research phases to commercial-scale deployment. Coordinate the formulation, justification, and execution of the federal program budget, conducts cost-benefit analyses, and ensures strict programmatic compliance with federal acquisition, financial assistance, and environmental regulations. Serve as a senior liaison and primary spokesperson to build strategic coalitions with other federal agencies, Congress, state and local governments, industry consortia, small businesses, and academic institutions.
What you need to qualify
GS- 15 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Formulating, presenting, or implementing multi-year strategic goals, programmatic policies, and long-range operational plans for a division, business unit, or organization. Managing or directing technical or scientific projects, contracts, or grants from planning through completion, including using formal progress indicators (such as baseline schedule tracking or technical risk assessments) to monitor vendor or project team performance. Providing supervisory or executive-level personnel authorities over a diverse workforce, such as directly or indirectly managing other supervisors or team leaders, setting and calibrating performance standards, managing workforce plan changes, and selecting candidates for key positions. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration and current employees must have at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating to receive consideration. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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