This position is for the Division Director for Information and Intelligent Systems (IIS) in the Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE). For more information about CISE click here For more information about IIS click here

Duties

Serves as a member of the leadership team of the Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering and as the Foundation's principal spokesperson for information and intelligent systems. The Division of Information and Intelligent Systems (IIS) studies the inter-related roles of people, computers, and information. IIS administers research and education activities that 1) develop new knowledge about the role of people in the design and use of information technology; 2) increase our capability to create, manage, and understand data and information in circumstances ranging from personal computers to globally-distributed systems; and 3) advance our understanding of how computational systems can exhibit the hallmark of intelligence. The Division Director has managerial and oversight responsibilities for the effective use of division staff and resources in meeting organizational goals and objectives. This includes directing the activities of the Division of Information and Intelligent Systems, assessing needs and trends, developing breakthrough opportunities, implementing overall strategic planning, and steering policy. The Division Director supervises and provides leadership and guidance to senior IIS staff, program officers, and administrative and support personnel. The Division Director determines funding requirements, prepares and justifies budget estimates, balances program needs, allocates resources, oversees the evaluation of proposals and recommendations for awards and declinations, and represents NSF to relevant external groups. The Division Director fosters partnerships with other NSF divisions and directorates, Federal agencies, scientific organizations, the academic community, and other sectors.

Requirements

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess an established record of significant achievement in research, administration, and increasing leadership responsibility in academia, industry, or government. Additionally, the Division Director must be experienced and competent in technical, financial, and administrative management. The incumbent must work well with people, be an effective communicator, and be committed to continuously develop the diversity of talents and skills of the team. In addition, the ideal candidate would possess: Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) Leading Change. Demonstrated ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Includes the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leading People. Demonstrated ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Includes the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Results-Driven Leadership. Demonstrated ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Includes the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Business Acumen. Demonstrated ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Building Coalitions. Demonstrated 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. You will be evaluated on the extent and quality of your experience, expertise, education, and research activities relevant to the technical qualifications listed below. Failure to demonstrate you meet the MTQs may result in your application being deemed ineligible. Mandatory Technical Qualification (MTQs) - The successful candidate must have documented evidence of the technical qualifications listed below in their application package. Essential 1. Substantial contributions to research and education in computer and information science and engineering, such as publication of research, leadership in research administration, or service to the relevant professional community. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant academic research and education community, as well as relevant government or industry communities. Desired 1. Ph.D. Education is strongly preferred at the Ph.D. level, or equivalent professional experience, or a combination of education and equivalent experience, in computer and information science and engineering or a related scientific or engineering field.

Education

Please refer to the Qualifications section.

Contacts

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