Public Notice - Administrative/Management (Direct Hire)

Summary

Positions to be filled at NASA Langley Research Center cover the GS-0301 (Miscellaneous Administration and Program) and GS-0343 (Management and Program Analysis) series at the GS-07, 09, 11, 12, 13, and 14 grade levels. Duties and responsibilities will vary based on the position, grade level, and organizational needs and may include program and project support, configuration management, business operations, analysis, planning, process improvement, and coordination of mission-enabling activities.

Duties

• Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
• 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.
• Manages 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.
• Coordinates 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 an advisor to executive leadership on complex programmatic, administrative, and organizational matters. Provides authoritative recommendations that directly inform senior-level decisions and strategic direction.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-07, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level: Assisting with routine program or administrative actions, such as tracking tasks, preparing standard correspondence, and maintaining records. OR b) Completed 1 full academic year of graduate study in an appropriate field OR c) Completed a bachelor's degree in an appropriate field and meet Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) criteria. SAA: (1) you must be in the upper third of your graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision; or (2) you must have a 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 GPA; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 GPA based on courses completed in your major field of study during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (3) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society OR d) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study in an appropriate field To qualify for GS-09, you must have: 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 as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above To qualify for GS-11, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Supporting analytical, program, or administrative functions; Coordinating with multiple stakeholders or functional areas to support 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 as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Conducting analytical, policy, or program work; Coordinating across organizational components to integrate requirements and accomplish program objectives. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Coordinating complex analytical, program, or administrative functions; Advising senior officials on complex issues; Working across organizational levels to solve problems and advance program or mission objectives. To qualify for GS-14, you must have 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; Coordinating program operations and evaluating performance and outcomes. Your 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 and losing consideration for the job. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process. Promotion Potential: The full performance level (FPL) will vary based on the position in which the selectee is placed and does not default to the highest grade advertised.

Education

Basic Requirement: If you are using education completed in the United States to meet the qualification requirements, your degree must have been awarded from a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting organization. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be 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://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application and have all required information available. We encourage you to provide a complete description of your educational achievements and include both paid and non-paid work in the experience portion of your resume. If you submit a resume that does not contain the required information, you may lose consideration. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: To begin the application process, you will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application process. Once logged in to your account, click on the "Apply" link. Follow the prompts to select your resume (2 pages or fewer) and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. Resumes longer than 2 pages will be rejected by the system. Resumes submitted via other document types will not be forwarded to the hiring manager, nor will they be used in the review of your qualifications. We strongly encourage you to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder when creating your resume. Using the resume builder will help you ensure your resume includes important information related to your qualifications and eligibility for this position. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation. During the application process you can review, edit, delete and update your information. We'll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won't lose any changes. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the 'Include Personal Information' section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the vacancy questionnaire which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify all required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59PM (ET) on the announcement closing date. NASA's online application process provides step by step guidance to ensure you provide all needed information. If you are unable to apply online, please contact [email protected] for assistance. Be advised - application materials faxed, emailed, and/or mailed to Langley Research Center will not be accepted for this announcement. NASA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact center listed on the job vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.