The Director, Basic Research, will work in support of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Science and Technology (S&T) Foundations who operates under the authority, direction, and control of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology (ASD(S&T)) in the office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (USD(R&E)).

Duties

The Director, Basic Research is responsible for providing scientific leadership, management oversight, policy guidance, and coordination of the basic research programs of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Military Services and Defense Agencies. The DoD Basic Research Programs encompass more than a billion dollars a year. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Has cognizance over a spectrum of efforts in fundamental research across the Department in areas including physics, materials, chemistry, biology, electrical/electronics, computers/software, engineering sciences, mathematics, environmental sciences, and aerospace. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for grants policy, cooperative agreements, and executing other OSD-administered research and fellowship efforts. Responsible for executive oversight and management of all matters concerning the DoD Basic Research (6.1) program including direction, coordination, and top-level justification. Interacts regularly with the major elements of the research community, elements of OSD, Congress, the DoD research establishment, Office of Science and Technology Policy, National Science Foundation, National Academy of Sciences, academic leaders, and other professional societies. Serves as chief advisor to the USD(R&E) and the ASD(S&T) on all matters pertaining to DoD/academia interactions. As part of this role, responsible for crafting DoD's position in answering Congress and the Executive Branch on all matters related to higher education and University research. Creates and amends policies for the practice of intra- and extra- mural basic and fundamental research for the Department. Coordinates DoD research activities with the Office of Science and Technology Policy, National Science Foundation and other Federal agencies in accordance with priorities set by the USD(R&E). Responsible for DoD interaction with both the U.S. and International university community on research topics, matters routinely engaging with the Presidents, and heads of research of universities across the country and our international partners.

Requirements

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), the Mandatory Technical Qualifications, and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately, not to exceed 10 pages. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so will result in a rating of 'ineligible.' When responding to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), you must clearly show that you possess the experience, knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of this position by submitting narrative responses in which you detail your experience in each of the ECQs. Your examples should be clear and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments with results of your actions, policy initiatives and level of contacts. You should limit your narrative to two pages per ECQ, and address each ECQ separately. OPM's Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications can assist you in writing an effective SES application. In particular, please note the Challenge-Context-Action-Result Model that is recommended and very helpful when drafting ECQ narrative responses. The Guide is available on OPM's Website at: http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/guidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf Applicants must utilize the Challenge-Context-Action-Result (CCAR) Model when writing Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ). Use two examples of relevant experience for each ECQ being sure your experience matches the ECQ criteria. Challenge - Describe a specific problem or goal. Context - Describe the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or the environment in which you worked, to address a particular challenge (e.g., clients, co-workers, members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale). Action - Discuss the specific actions you took to address a challenge. Result - Give specific examples of measures/outcomes that had some impact on the organization. These accomplishments demonstrate the quality and effectiveness of your leadership skills. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments (e.g., Led the development and implementation of....) and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised; size of budget managed; amount of money saved, etc.). ECQ 1 - Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. ECQ 2 - Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. ECQ 3 - Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. ECQ 4 - Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. ECQ 5 - Building Coalitions: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Applicants that are either Career SES members, or graduates of the Office of Personnel Management Certified Development Program are not required to address the ECQs. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. You are required to respond to all of the technical qualifications. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible. Please limit your written statements to no more than two pages per technical qualification. 1. Demonstrated expert knowledge and leadership in planning and executing leading-edge basic research portfolio in areas of interest to the Department of Defense to include experience working budgeting and legislative process. 2. Demonstrated leadership and collaboration working with complex and matrix organization for basic research and high educational programs to include broad knowledge and experience in work with academia, governmental research organizations, and international partners. 3. Demonstrated knowledge and experience working basic science policy issues and building consensus within DoD, the Inter-Agency, to include the Office of Science and Technology Policy, the National Science Foundation, and/or other federal agencies funding basic research. DoD Joint Enterprise-Wide Experience Statement: In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. This individual must have the ability to apply a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities is required. Executives must demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required. This information should be embedded within the resume.

Contacts

• Address Office of the USD for Research and Engineering Human Resources Directorate 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
• Name: Senior Executive Services
• Email: [email protected]