Public Notice - Management/Administrative (Direct Hire)

Armstrong Flight Research Center • Huntsville, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This announcement is for Management/Administrative positions within various organizations and Centers at NASA. The positions are Direct Hire and may be filled in the GS-0301 / GS-0343 series at the GS-09/11/12/13/14/15 levels. Duties described are at the highest grade advertised, with duties at lower grade levels being of more limited scope and complexity. The role involves leading complex organizational studies and program evaluations, translating analytical findings into actionable strategies, and directing enterprise-level programs and operations. Responsibilities include establishing program objectives, evaluating outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, and directing coordination across organizational components and external partners. The position also involves developing and promulgating enterprise-wide policies, evaluating policy impacts, and representing the organization in high-level forums. For supervisory positions, duties include assigning and evaluating work, recommending personnel actions, taking disciplinary actions, and developing employees. The position may require a one-year probationary period and a pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or Travel Requirements may differ based on duty location. A one-year supervisory probationary period may also be required. This position is not designated as remote, but may be authorized for remote work based on mission needs and supervisory approval.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• To qualify for GS-09 level: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level: Applying relevant regulations, policies, or guidelines and coordinating with stakeholders to support program or organizational objectives. OR b) Completed all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL. B or J.D, if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study.
• To qualify for GS-11: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Conducting analytical, policy, or program work; and coordinating with multiple stakeholders or functional areas to accomplish program objectives. OR b) Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL.M., if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study.
• To qualify for GS-12: One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Supporting analytical, program, or administrative functions; and coordinating across organizational components to integrate requirements and support program objectives.
• To qualify for GS-13: One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Supporting complex analytical, program, or administrative functions; advising senior officials on complex issues; and working across organizational levels to support program or mission objectives.
• To qualify for GS-14: One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level: Managing enterprise-level programs, functions, or analytical efforts; developing policy or strategic guidance; and exercising oversight responsibility for program operations and outcomes.
• To qualify for GS-15: One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Providing oversight for enterprise-level programs or functions; developing agency-level policy or strategic guidance; and advising executive or senior leadership on critical programmatic and organizational matters.
• Resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Leads complex organizational studies and program evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify improvements, and recommend solutions.
• Translates analytical findings into actionable strategies for senior leadership consideration.
• Directs enterprise-level programs and operations of broad scope and complexity.
• Establishes program objectives, evaluates outcomes, and ensures alignment with organizational priorities and senior leadership direction.
• Directs coordination across organizational components, functional offices, and external partners to integrate requirements and ensure cohesive program delivery at the enterprise level.
• Develops, coordinates, and promulgates enterprise-wide policies and procedural guidance.
• Evaluates the impact of proposed and enacted policy changes and advises senior leadership on implementation strategies and organizational implications.
• Represents the organization in high-level forums, interagency bodies, and executive-level engagements.
• Builds and manages relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational goals and program objectives.
• Serves as a principal advisor to executive leadership on complex programmatic, administrative, and organizational matters.
• Provides authoritative recommendations that directly inform senior-level decisions and strategic direction.
• For supervisory positions, performs a full range of supervisory duties, which includes assigning and evaluating work; recommending personnel actions; taking disciplinary actions; and identifying training needs and developing employees.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level