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Supervisory Program Officer, Ad-0340-05

Alexandria, Virginia
Salary
$201K–$208K/yr
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
8/12/2025

Job Description

Summary

Lead complex operations and scientific programs, leveraging strong strategic, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills in a research setting.

We are seeking a highly experienced leader to manage complex operations and scientific programs within a research organization. This role requires exceptional strategic planning, analytical reasoning, and stakeholder engagement skills in challenging environments.

  • *Key Responsibilities:**
  • Oversee complex operations and logistics, particularly in remote or high-risk settings.
  • Lead and manage major scientific programs, facilities, and initiatives.
  • Develop policies, manage budgets, and engage stakeholders for scientific research missions.
  • Provide strategic recommendations by assessing complex challenges and prioritizing solutions.
  • Collaborate effectively with senior leaders across government, academia, and international organizations.
  • *Required Qualifications:**
  • Proven experience managing complex operations and logistics in austere or high-risk environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership in research organizations, overseeing scientific programs.
  • In-depth understanding of program resources, emerging scientific trends, and supporting infrastructure.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, analytical, and project management skills.
  • Extensive experience in policy development, budgeting, planning, and stakeholder engagement for scientific research.
  • Highly skilled in analytical reasoning and strategic problem-solving.
  • Academic background in Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering; Facilities Operations and Management; or a closely related field.
  • Professional experience aligned with the mission of the Office of Polar Programs or directly relevant to the position's responsibilities.
  • *Additional Information:**
  • This position offers usual civil service benefits (retirement, health, life insurance).
  • Successful completion of a background security investigation is required.


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Company Size:1,532 Employees
Founded:1950
Headquarters:Alexandria, Virginia

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