IMPORTANT INFORMATION: To ensure the submission of a complete application package, please review the information and instructions provided in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement thoroughly.

Duties

Director, Extramural Research Directorate is responsible for setting and executing the nationwide extramural research agenda and programs on Army focused basic research in the biological and biotechnology; electromagnetic spectrum; energy; information; humans in complex systems; mechanical; network, cyber, & computational; photonics, electronics & quantum; extreme materials; terminal effects; and weapons sciences to provide critical enhancements to current warfighter needs and revolutionary advances required for technological dominance of the future force with emphasis on the Army's Modernization Priorities. Manages an annual Summary Proposal Budget (ARO) budget exceeding $253M, providing full life cycle management from topic formulation through scientific and fiscal program execution, and technology transition initiation for more than 1,700 grants and contracts performed by approximately 3,500 researchers at approximately 300 universities and businesses. Responsible for oversight of the entire ARL extramural 6.1 program. Serves as a member of high-level executive scientific and technology committees and groups at the international, national, OSD, DA and other Federal Agency levels, providing technical expertise and influencing executive- level policy and programs. In excess of $253M annually. Exercises line authority and technical direction over the total office program. Director, Extramural Research Office serves under the supervision of the Director, DEVCOM ARL, who provides guidance in terms of broadly defined Army, AFC, CCDC & ARL policies, mission and functions. Responsible for a workforce of approximately 65 civilian professional, scientific, administrative, technical, and support personnel including 2 STs and 4 DB-Vs; 1 military; and approximately 30 contract personnel. Civilian S&T workforce consists of DB-02/03/04 (GS07-15 equivalent), primarily at the DB-03 level

Requirements

Qualifications

**To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications, if applicable (such as Education - see below). Additional information on ECQs is available at http://www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. 1. Executive Core Qualification (MANDATORY SUBMISSION): All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. Use the Challenge-Context-Action-Result (CCAR) Model to describe your accomplishments. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Total ECQ write-up should not exceed 10 pages using 12 pt, Arial or Times New Roman with 1-inch margins. 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. Please Note: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) graduates, who have been certified by the OPM do not need to address ECQs. However, Current or Former SES members must provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility and Candidates who have successfully graduated from an OPM approved Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their ECQ certification. 2. Technical Question (MANDATORY SUBMISSION): A supplemental statement must be submitted separately addressing each TQ. TQ must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Total TQ write-up should not exceed 2 pages per TQ using 12 pt. Arial or Times New Roman with 1-inch margins. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following: TQ 1: I possess the demonstrated ability to manage and technically lead a large and diverse extramural research portfolio and PhD management team in the sciences of biological and biotechnology; electromagnetic spectrum; energy; information; humans in complex systems; mechanical; network, cyber, & computational; photonics, electronics & quantum; extreme materials; terminal effects; and weapons. TQ2: I possess the demonstrated technical leadership as evidenced by quality of research products; reputation and stature in areas related to the position; publications, awards, citations, patents; and/or other relevant professional recognition. TQ3: I possess experience advocating and defending program recommendations and decisions in adversarial technical and managerial environments.

Education

Education Requirements:

Occupational Series 0801 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

Occupational Series 1301 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/

Occupational Series 1550 and 1515 -

1550 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/

1515 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address EN-APF-W262AA US ARMY COMBAT CAPABILITIES DEV CMD DO NOT MAIL Adelphi, MD 20783 US
• Name: Claudia Keit
• Email: [email protected]