Supervisory Senior Ocean Enterprise Program Manager

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Supervisory Senior Ocean Enterprise Program Manager.

Position Details

Location Marine Research Center

1030 West Pier, Port of Gulfport

Gulfport, Mississippi, 39501

United States

Division Generic Division

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded Yes

Pay Grade

E16

Posting Close Date Open until filled

Job Summary

This position helps coordinate research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) of ocean platforms and sensors including, but not limited to maritime systems, aerial systems, research vessels, remote sensing, and fixed or drifting profiling sensors, as well as develop and implement training for their use. The incumbent will also help assist a diverse staff of scientific and engineering managers, researchers, students, pilots, and support staff to execute multiple complex inter-disciplinary projects reaching across the University’s full complement of coastal and ocean activities as well as managing a diverse range of internal and external partnerships that will strengthen USM’s leadership in the emerging MS Blue Economy.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as an expert regarding the development and application of optionally crewed, uncrewed and crewed platforms/sensors for DoD Joint missions, NOAA missions, and other State and Federal Agencies maritime activities.

• Helps recruits, negotiate, and services collaboration with various Blue Economy Partners (Private, State, Local, Tribal, Federal, Academic, and Non-Profit) to expand and grow the Center for Ocean Enterprise.

• Supervises the timeliness, quality, and quantity of work of Scientific and Engineering Managers, Technicians, Researchers, Students, and other research staff. Prepares work schedules, annual work plan and project budget requests; purchases equipment, commodities, serves as purchasing authority; monitors expenditures of funds allocated to project.

• Oversees development, implementation and management of research projects including writing proposals, planning, statements of works, budgets, scheduling, report and manuscript preparation and dissemination of information through conferences and presentations. Provides technical and programmatic expertise to the Director of R&D for Ocean Enterprise, project leads/principal investigators other USM researchers and external partners.

• Assists the Director of R&D in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship programs, facilitate business development and partnerships, promote expansion of research infrastructure (classified and unclassified), technology transfer and commercialization activities as well as workforce training.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in management or business or closely related field and a minimum of (10) years of experience in one or more of the following: technical writing, uncrewed systems, data analysis, program management, personnel management, or maritime training or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Driver’s License is required. US Citizenship Required. Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must have the ability to:

• plan and organize research projects and effectively manage subordinate personnel to achieve research objectives;

• analyze, and interpret research periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures associated with research activities;

• consult with state and federal agencies in order to further develop mission objectives;

• exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions;

• present comments and opinions clearly and concisely and deal tactfully with others; and,

• effectively present study results to appropriate scientific and governmental groups.

Business Strategy & Acumen: Understands higher education and can use industry/professional terminology fluently. Thinks strategically and seeks to align department services and goals with institutional strategic goals. Asks critical questions to delve to root cause to identify solutions. Understands the interconnection of decisions, actions, outcomes and measures.

Professional Knowledge and Application: Takes initiative to develop and apply professional knowledge and skills to enhance individual effectiveness and improve organizational performance. Creates opportunities to apply new learnings and best practices into innovative solutions that positively impact results. Seeks opportunities for development for both self and the team.

Business Execution: Leverages professional expertise and University knowledge to assess areas of opportunity, identify solutions and effectively execute the plan. Demonstrates a high level of planning and organizational skills and the ability to move projects forward to completion. Self-motivated and accountable for results. Seeks advice and input from others and recognizes when to escalate issues or seek help.

Communication:Demonstrates the ability to deliver accurate, concise and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner. Encourages an open exchange of ideas and differing perspectives. Adapts communication style to meet the needs of diverse audiences and situations. Listens to understand others. Provides quality feedback.

Relationship Management:Works to build and manage productive relationships with peers, leaders and customer groups. Effectively engages and interacts with others to collaborate and provide value-added support that enhances department results and team effectiveness. Affects outcomes and direction of customer’s decisions through effective relationships, trust and credibility.

Leadership: Demonstrates an openness and flexibility towards new ideas and concepts and effectively influences or facilitates during times of change. Helps others become more effective through development and coaching. Utilizes candid feedback, knowledge, resources and opportunities to improve the performance of others and to increase their contributions. Sets clear expectations for performance, provides meaningful feedback, holds employees accountable and recognizes successes.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Science or Related Field, or MBA

Experienced program and personnel manager with a background in DoD Joint Training/Doctrine and Technical Writing.

Strong organizational skills that include defining requirements for the DoD, Training projects, and Information Technology projects

Experience planning and executing Budgeting, and Cost Management for the DoD

Experience defining training requirements and providing operational management for the DoD.

Experience deploying, testing, evaluating technology for the DoD.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.