Executive Officer (IS-0301-15)

Company: Smithsonian Institution
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Executive Officer (IS-0301-15)Application Deadline: 4 November 2024Department: Smithsonian Environmental Research CenterEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Edgewater, MDReporting To: Director, SERCCompensation: $163,694 - $191,900 / yearDescriptionOPEN DATE: October 30, 2024CLOSING DATE: November 4, 2024POSITION TYPE: Trust FundAPPOINTMENT TYPE: IndefiniteSCHEDULE: Full TimeDUTY LOCATION: Washington, DCPosition sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Moderate RiskOVERVIEWThe Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) is a research institute of the Smithsonian Institution dedicated to ecological and environmental research and education. This position is responsible for the management and oversight of the operations of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. The incumbent reports to the Director and is responsible for all support activities, including budget and financial planning and management; procurement and contracting oversight; human resources management; facilities, security, safety and occupational health support; travel policy implementation and compliance, oversight of information management technology systems, Professional Training (Fellows, Interns and Volunteers) and housing coordination.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Incumbent serves as the principal advisor to the Director on operational policies and resource allocation in the Environmental Research Center.
• Maintains a close working relationship with the Center's Directorate staff and SERC supervisory staff to assure the integration of intermediate and long-range program plans that further the Center's goals.
• The incumbent supervises administrative and support services staff in Finance and General Admin, Information Technology, Travel, Safety and Professional Training and Volunteer Management.
• The incumbent works with the director to analyze needs and to set priorities.
• Oversees human resources management for the Center, including position management, recruitment and staffing, performance management, and training.
• Serves as the EEO Officer for the Center, establishing an atmosphere of proactive compliance with EEO policies and procedures.
• Oversees the budget allocation process and monitors the execution of the Federal and Trust budgets throughout the fiscal year.
• Manages administrative assistance and support in the preparation of sponsored research proposal budgets.
• Supervises SERC information technology operations, including budgeting, acquisition and upgrading of hardware and software.
• Provides guidance and oversight to SERC's Professional Training and Volunteer Management programs.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Incumbent has a wide range of knowledge of Federal and Smithsonian operational policies and procedures, particularly with respect to management of a vigorous extramural sponsored research program.
  • Knowledge of the Federal budget formulation and execution process, including all applicable policies and regulations.Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of your application package.Any false statement in your application may result in rejection of your application and may also result in termination after employment begins.The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Join us in "Inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery."Resumes should include a description of your paid and non-paid work experience that is related to this job; starting and ending dates of job (month and year); and average number of hours worked per week.Relocation expenses are not paid.The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact WallaceC2@si.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a workforce comprising a variety of educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds support and enhance our daily work life and contribute to the richness of our exhibitions and programs.
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