Program Manager

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. To qualify for the GS-15 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. specialized experience is defined as: Providing leadership, coordination, administration, and direction in the development and implementation of complex initiatives and programs. To qualify for the GS-14 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. specialized experience is defined as: Demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the work activities of a staff of professional, administrative, and support personnel. For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.asp. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
This position is located at the National Soil Survey Center (NSSC), Soil and Plant Science Division (SPSD), Soil Survey and Resource Assessment (SSRA) Deputy area. The incumbent serves as National Leader for Soil Business Systems. The incumbent manages all business functions for the SSD and serves as the Soil Business Area Analysis Group (SBAAG) Lead.