Commercialization Program Manager
What you'd do
This position is part of the Office of Technology Commercialization, Department of Energy. As a Commercialization Program Manager, you will monitor program activities and recommend improvements to enhance the Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF) along with coordinating other technology commercialization initiatives among DOE National Laboratories, program offices, sites and internal and external stakeholders.
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 Office of Technology Commercialization office works to develop and oversee the delivery of the Department of Energy's strategic vision and goals for technology commercialization and engagement with the business and industrial sectors across the United States. 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 Commercialization Program Manager, you will: Organize and administer technology commercialization programs, to include the Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF), to transition laboratory research into the commercial market. Serve as a senior technical advisor in physical sciences and engineering to evaluate the technical feasibility, maturity, and risks of proposed energy technologies and commercialization projects. Analyze technology-to-market programs to assess their effectiveness, identify performance barriers, and recommend strategic improvements. Foster collaborative partnerships and coordinate initiatives among national laboratories, plants, sites, other federal and state agencies, and private-sector stakeholders. Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure milestones are met and program resources are managed efficiently. Prepare and deliver technical briefs, reports, and presentations to explain complex scientific and engineering concepts and justify program recommendations to senior leadership and external groups.
What you need to qualify
BASIC REQUIREMENT: You must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below. A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR B. Combination of education and experience: education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. 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-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the following 3: Provide guidance on technology commercialization, lab-to-market funding programs, energy end-use sectors, or technology maturation processes that advance program objectives. Act as a technical point of contact to build consensus among corporate partners, research facilities, academic institutions, Tribal organizations and DOE National Laboratories for all joint technology commercialization projects. Assist with writing briefing materials or reports that are used by management to develop technical recommendations that advance technology commercialization objectives. "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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