Duties
The Division of Innovation and Technology Ecosystems (ITE) builds and strengthens the U.S. innovation ecosystem by engaging a broad, diverse set of individuals and organizations in the Nation's research, innovation, and education enterprise, and accelerates use-inspired, solutions-oriented efforts that will result in breakthrough technologies and enhance U.S. competitiveness and security. ITE brings together teams of researchers, practitioners, and users, catalyzing iterative co-design/co-creation, leading to game-changing technologies and solutions, and paving the way for new, high-wage, good-quality jobs.
The Division of ITE is comprised of three Sections. The Emerging Technologies (ET) Section within ITE is responsible for investing in the key technology focus areas identified in the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, with a specific and unique focus on accelerating technology advancement in these areas. The Convergence Accelerator (CA) Section leverages foundational advances by other NSF directorates and offices, nurtures multi-disciplinary and multi-sector teams, and accelerates solutions-oriented research and pilot of on new technologies in specific areas of national importance. The Innovation Programs (IP) section is specifically responsible for a slate of new activities fostering technology and innovation ecosystems nationally. For example, in collaboration with all NSF directorates and offices, the Regional Innovation Engines (RIEs) will cultivate new innovation ecosystems at the scale of individual communities and/or regions throughout the U.S., advancing use-inspired, solution-oriented research and innovation in a range of technology areas as well as in a diverse set of national-challenge spaces of priority to the Administration and Congress.
The Division Director leads the management of division activities, with emphasis on the provision of scientific leadership and broad technical expertise across the ITE programs. Responsibilities include: ITE program planning and direction; ITE budget preparation and execution; provision of translational impact expertise across the range of the division's activities; representation of the division's innovation ecosystem programs and interests to senior officials in the government, academic, and industrial sectors; coordination of division activities with other NSF organizations; leadership on both a policy and a technical level on issues, initiatives, and other matters pertaining to translational impact.
The incumbent serves as a member of the division leadership team, participating in policy development and strategic planning for the directorate, in building broad organizational consensus, and in successfully representing these policies and plans. The incumbent serves as advisor to the TIP Assistant Director and Deputy Assistant Director on matters relating to the broad and complete areas of the ITE Division and works closely with the other members of the TIP leadership team.
Requirements
Key Requirements:
- Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt
- Requires an Executive Branch Personnel Public Financial Disclosure OGE-278
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess an established record of significant achievement in research, administration, and increasing leadership responsibility in academe, industry or government. Additionally, the Division Director must be experienced and competent in technical, financial and administrative management. The incumbent must work well with people, be an effective communicator, and be committed to continuously develop the diversity of talents and skills of the team.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)
- Leading Change. Demonstrated ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Includes the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
- Leading People. Demonstrated ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Includes the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
- Results-Driven Leadership. Demonstrated ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Includes the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
- Business Acumen. Demonstrated ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
- Building Coalitions. Demonstrated ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Mandatory Technical Qualification (MTQs) - The successful candidate must have documented evidence of the technical qualifications listed below in their application package.
Essential
- Experience developing and articulating a strategic vision and leading an organization in implementing a plan to achieve that vision as well as assessment of progress along the way.
- Broad experience in building, managing, and sustaining innovation ecosystems leading to economic development, including catalyzing partnerships to foster such ecosystems in support of advancing technological innovation and solutions to societal, national, and geostrategic challenges.
- Broad understanding of the full range of sectors including and beyond academia, such as government, industry, nonprofits/foundations, and venture capital, where research and education in science and engineering is supported or conducted, or where access to research infrastructure is enabled.
- Broad experience in advancing key technologies, including identifying and nurturing specific sub-areas of interest to national security and economic competitiveness.
- Understanding of and demonstrated experience with use-inspired and translational research as well as workforce development activities.
Desired
- MBA or advanced degree in a science or engineering discipline is preferred, or demonstrated education and executive experience in industry, philanthropy, and/or academia, preferably in scientific and engineering disciplines in one or more of the key technology areas listed in Sec. 10387 of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.
Education
Please refer to the Qualifications section.
Additional information
The position recruited under this announcement will be filled under the following appointment option:
Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignment: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee's salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.
Salary: The salary noted above is based on the rate of pay for Federal Division Directors. The IPA assignment salary is based on the current salary at the IPA's home institution.
This is a rotator position.
NSF offers a chance for scientists, engineers, and educators to join us as temporary detailees - called rotators. As a rotator, you will be in a prime position to collaborate with others and increase your visibility as you survey the entire breadth of U.S. and international science, engineering, and education in real time. In addition, as a temporary detailee, you can retain your ties to your current institution and return to it with new insights and experience for your team.
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General.
Applications will be accepted from U.S. Citizens. Recent changes in Federal Appropriations Law require Non-Citizens to meet certain eligibility criteria to be considered. Therefore, Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non-Citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered eligible. Non-Citizens are not eligible for positions requiring a security clearance.
Only applications submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Relocation expenses may be paid contingent upon the availability of funds.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and research relevant to the duties of the position.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Required Documents:
- Resume: Submit a resume or CV to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Full name, mailing address, and day email address and evening telephone numbers.
Educational information, including the name, city and state of your colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degrees received.
Information about your paid and non paid work experience related to this position including:
- Job title (include series and grade, if Federal job)
- Duties and accomplishments
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number (indicate if we may contact your current supervisor)
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month/year)
- Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments
- Ensure that your CV or supplemental documentation clearly shows evidence that you meet each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications.
Recommended Documents:
It is recommended you submit a cover letter or supplemental statement(s) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position. When responding to the MTQs and ECQs, you should clearly show that you possess the experience, knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of this position. Your examples should be clear and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope, and complexity of the programs managed and program accomplishments with results of your actions, policy initiatives and level of contacts.
Please review your application packet to ensure that you have submitted all documentation that you want considered.
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