Summary The Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology postures the Defense Research and Engineering Enterprise to create far-reaching technology innovations and set them on a trajectory to create U.S. military technical advantage. Responsibilities This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location and/or installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection. This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) in accordance with Section 1109 of FY 2020 NDAA; P.L. 116-92 and Section 9905 of Title 5, U.S.C. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: Acts as the Joint Basic Research Program Manager (JBR PM), providing direct support to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology (OASD S&T), particularly within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology Foundations (DASD S&T FOU) under the Basic Research Office (BRO); Maintains a comprehensive understanding of scientific innovation relevant to the Department of Defense (DoD). This includes assisting the Director of Basic Research (D,BR) in ensuring the Department's engagement with and awareness of scientific breakthroughs that are crucial for the future; Manages the tri-Service basic research programs, aiding in scientific oversight and coordination across the Department's Basic Research Program, which exceeds an annual budget of $2.5 billion; Interacts regularly with the research community, the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), various DoD research establishments, other United States Government (USG) research funding agencies, the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), and professional societies; Manages the technical and financial aspects of specific programs like the Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI), Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP), and Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE); Develops and executes strategies for creating collaborative academic networks with international partners; Works closely with senior DoD officials, high-level scientists and engineers within federal laboratories and other agencies, and with leading figures in industrial and university laboratories; Interacts with members of Congress, congressional staffers, and representatives from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ Basic Requirements: General Physical Science Series, 1301 Education: A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. or B. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. You may qualify at the NH-IV (GS-14/15) level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-III (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates: Experience utilizing expert knowledge of key scientific components in various areas of basic research; Experience displaying familiarity with Department of Defense research processes, infrastructure, and priorities; Experience utilizing knowledge of Department of Defense science and technology policies, programs, and processes; Experience collaborating with academia, academic organizations, interagency groups, and Congress to develop and refine policy proposals, legislative language, and supporting materials for research efforts and awards; Experience managing and developing forward-looking research portfolios through innovative methods, including defining research topics, selecting proposals, monitoring progress, and establishing procedures and programs to transition efforts to other areas and programs; Experience in concept and management of complex scientific and technical programs involving Department of Defense intramural and extramural performers, such as Federal laboratories, academia, and industry; Experience utilizing knowledge of Federal and Department of Defense laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and processes pertaining to science and technology development, demonstration, and transition. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study 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: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information Other priority consideration programs will continue under their current operating procedures. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Washington Headquarters Services uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application. Please view the following link for information on how to obtain an alternative application https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?%20title=Alternate_Application_Information Appointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities/ https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/ https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/military-spouses/ Other Special Appointment Authorities https://www.usajobs.gov/ Interchange Agreements https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=Types-of-Appointments Career Transition Assistance Programs: IAW with Title 5, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 330 subparts B, F, and G, clearance of displaced employee programs does not apply under this DHA. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. /www.esd.whs.mil/DD/DoD-Issuances/140025/ Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.