Director, National Wildlife Research Center

This position is designated as SES, General. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level I with a salary range of $192,332 - $204,121 per year. Exceptions to the salary cap may be considered in certain circumstances. SES employees are also eligible to receive bonuses and performance-based awards. Visit http://www.opm.gov/ses/ for additional information and benefits for SES employees.

Major duties

• Provides leadership and oversight for the Wildlife Services National Wildlife Research Center (NWRC) and ensures NWRC mission focus on methods development.
• Develops strategic and operational plans that ensure effective NWRC support for and contributions to Wildlife Services mission, reflecting a high level of awareness of program priorities and goals.
• Participates as a member of the Wildlife Services Management Team in the formulation and administration of plans, policies and objectives.
• Leads, through subordinate staff, the development, direction and implementation of laboratory and field research cooperative programs with Federal, Tribal, State, local government officials and other interested groups, organizations and individuals.
• Provides leadership and direction in evaluating the effectiveness of program operations.
• Develops and maintains effective relations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversees the formulation of immediate and long-range budgets based on detailed research planning to include past, present and anticipated workload and capabilities.
• Provides scientific leadership within the areas of evaluation, testing, and development of new technologies/materials to be applied in wildlife damage management programs at the Federal, Tribal, State, and private land owned level.
• Serves on APHIS and USDA science committees and initiatives concerned with research, scientific integrity, science and regulatory responsibilities.
• Negotiates with Federal and State officials, industry groups, special interest groups, and individuals in the development, revision, and adoption of agreements to effect cooperative wildlife damage research and management programs nationwide.

Qualifications

The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. DO NOT submit separate Executive Core Qualifications/Technical Qualifications in lieu of a resume. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES using 0.8-inch margins and 11-point font. Resumes over the 2-page limit will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential, not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. All applicants must address the ECQs. Your resume must address each ECQ and should describe your experiences and accomplishments/results. Your resume should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives undertaken and the results of your actions. NOTE: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates who have been certified by OPM do NOT need to address the ECQs.

1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. (Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government, Commitment to the Rule of Law, Civic-Mindedness)

1. Driving Efficiency: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. (Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility, Managing Resources, Leveraging Technology)

1. Merit and Competence: This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. (Competencies: Technical Skills, Problem Solving, Agility and Resilience)

1. Leading People: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. (Competencies: Accountability, Developing Others, Executive Judgement)

1. Achieving Results: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. (Competencies: Operation Mindset, Innovation, Strategic Thinking)

For more information regarding the SES and ECQs, please visit SES Executive Core Qualifications.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (TQ): In addition to the ECQs, applicants must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they meet the following technical qualification(s).

1. Describe your individual experience/efforts in facilitating wildlife research leading to applied outcomes that are now being utilized.

Education

Applicants must meet the following basic requirements for the General Natural Resources Management and Biological series.. Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in 1 above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Applicants must provide a copy of your transcripts. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.