For additional information on this Science Assistant position at the
National Science Foundation, Office of Polar Programs, call Fred Person
at 703/292-4369. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD at
703/292-8044.
Or you can find the job announcement at:
http://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/getpub?e20010256
National Science Foundation
Excepted Position Vacancy
ANNOUNCEMENT NO: E20010256
OPEN: 9/21/01
CLOSE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED (Please Note: This announcement may close 14
days from opening
without notice.)
THIS IS A TEMPORARY 1-YEAR POSITION, BUT MAY BE EXTENDED FOR UP TO 3
YEARS.
POSITION VACANT: Science Assistant (Arctic Research Support Specialist),
AD-2
Annual salary ranges from $44,352 to $82,180
THIS IS AN INTERDISCIPLINARY POSITION AND MAY BE FILLED IN ANY ONE OF
THE FOLLOWING OCCUPATIONAL FIELDS: ENGINEERING, BIOLOGY, GLACIOLOGY,
GEOLOGY, GEOPHYSICS, ATMOSPHERIC PHYSICS, OR OCEANOGRAPHY.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: Science Assistant (Arctic Research Support
Specialist), AD-2.
LOCATION: Office of the Director, Office of Polar Programs, Arctic
Sciences Section, Arlington, VA.
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: This position is included in the bargaining unit
and will be filled in accordance with merit staffing provisions of the
Collective Bargaining Agreement Article VIII.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Sources
THIS POSITION IS OUTSIDE THE COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE
If not filled as an IPA, appointment to this position will be made under
the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Candidates who do not have civil
service status or reinstatement eligibility will not obtain civil
service status if selected. Candidates currently in the competitive
service will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if
selected. Usual civil service benefits (retirement, health benefits,
life insurance) are applicable for appointments of more than one year.
Disabled veterans with 30% service-connected disabilities as well as
other applicants with severe disabilities will be considered without
regard to the closing date if applications are received prior to final
selection.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Arctic Sciences Section is the focal
point for arctic sciences within the National Science Foundation (NSF).
The program provides a focus for logistics coordination and interaction
with other NSF directorates that support arctic research and supports
approximately 130 projects conducting fieldwork each year. The primary
roles of the Research Support Assistant are to enhance the communication
of section-wide research support requirements to organizations that
provide logistics, and program managers in the support of researchers.
Specific duties performed in this position are described below.
Provides working-level support to section research, education, and
RSL programs regarding implementation of funded proposals as well as
future science requirements. The incumbent will provide planning and
organizational assistance to the Arctic section, particularly for
projects that are supported by multiple programs, to enhance the
implementation of projects. This will involve providing clear work plans
for projects involving fieldwork.Provides technical input for presentations and GPRA reports on
program developments and achievement. Prepares presentation materials in
a variety of formats, working with the RSL Program Manager to draw from
a diverse set of sources demonstrating the full scope of the RSL
program.Reviews all arctic science and education proposals in conjunction
with Arctic Program Managers and Directors to determine the extent of
logistical support required, and assist in determining the appropriate
level and method of this support. Prepares scopes of work to logistical
component for each project at the time of funding.Provides assistance to researchers concerning program requirements,
submission procedures (e.g., Fastlane) and coordination with logistics
providers.Assists in monitoring performance of funded organizations against
established goals, budgets, and schedules. This involves independent
review of periodic reports and follow-up with the support organization.Assists in documenting program performance for input to GPRA and
Committee Of Visitors (COV) reports.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: For AD-2:
Applicants must have a masters degree in Engineering, Biology,
Glaciology, Geology, Geophysics, Atmospheric Physics, or Oceanography
plus a minimum of two years of research experience, research
administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position;
or a Ph.D. in Biology, Glaciology, Geology, Geophysics, Atmospheric
Physics, or Oceanography or equivalent research experience in the areas
previously listed.
QUALITY RANKING FACTORS:
Knowledge of managerial and organizational concepts, principles and
techniques in order to plan and manage a complex and wide-ranging
geographical scientific program.Knowledge of science issues and modern technologies sufficient to
develop annual and long-range plans for balancing logistics, science,
and budget needs.Ability to communicate both orally and in writing sometimes with
individuals at all levels.
BASIS FOR RATING: Final ranking is based on an evaluation of your
experience, education, and training as they relate to the knowledge,
skills, and abilities specified in the Quality Ranking Factors. Current
performance appraisals, letter(s) of recommendation, and awards may also
be used in the evaluation process.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Appointment to this position may be contingent
upon successful completion of the appropriate background investigation.
HOW TO APPLY: You may apply for this position with the Optional
Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), the older Application for
Federal Employment (SF-171), a resume, or other application format of
your choice - so long as it contains the necessary information
(summarized below).
You must specify the job announcement number, and title and grade(s) of
the job for which you are applying. You must also provide the following
information:
- Your country of citizenship
- Your social security number
- Information about your education, including (1) high school
graduation date and (2) college/university information - your major, and
type and year of degree(s). If no degree, show total credits earned and
indicate whether they are semester or quarter hours - Information about all your work experience related to this job,
including job titles, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and
phone number, number of hours worked per week, starting and ending dates
(month and year), and annual salary. If you held various positions with
the same employer, describe each separately - If you have Federal civilian experience, indicate the highest grade
held, the job series, and dates held
The brochure Applying for a Federal Job provides information on the
Federal job application process; it is available by calling the number
listed below. If your application does not provide all the information
requested in the vacancy announcement, the personnel office may choose
not to consider you for this position.
The National Science Foundation provides reasonable accommodations to
applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a
reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring
process, please notify the point of contact listed on this vacancy
announcement.
Submit all application materials to:
National Science Foundation
Division of Human Resource Management
Attn: Announcement Number E20010256
4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 315
Arlington, VA 22230
In addition to the required application materials, you are asked to
complete and submit an Applicant Survey form (attached to the job
announcement file found at: http://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/getpub?e20010256
on the NSF web site). Submission of this form is voluntary and will not
affect your application for employment. The information is used for
statistical purposes only.
ALL FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
For additional information call Fred Person on (703) 292-4369.
Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-8044.
NSF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO EMPLOYING A HIGHLY
QUALIFIED STAFF THAT REFLECTS THE DIVERSITY OF OUR NATION