[ES_JOBS_NET] Joint Numerical Testbed (JNT) Program Director, NCAR, Boulder, CO

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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*Joint Numerical Testbed (JNT) Program Director

Job Description

    *PLEASE NOTE*: This is a full-time replacement position. Initial
    consideration will be given to applications received prior to
    Friday, January 2, 2015. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed
    on an as-needed basis.

    NCAR - Research Applications Laboratory (RAL)

    Joint Numerical Testbed (JNT) Program

    Partial relocation costs paid per UCAR's relocation policy

    If necessary, UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a work visa (e.g., H1B, etc.)
    to fill this position.

    Basic Function of Job: The JNT Program Director provides leadership
    and direct management oversight for the scientific and technical
    activities within the Joint Numerical Testbed Program and is
    responsible for coordinating and leveraging those activities across
    the laboratory.  In a matrix organization like RAL, this is a
    complex activity as each Director is responsible for supervision and
    career development in his/her functional chain of command, as well
    as for the success of projects that pull staff from other RAL Programs.

    The Program Director works to develop new funding opportunities, and
    serves as an expert resource on, and advocate for, the use of
    cutting-edge science and engineering methods and techniques for a
    variety of applications. The Director represents the laboratory in
    interactions with the public and private sectors and with the
    research community with regard to testing and evaluating numerical
    techniques that span a broad spectrum of numerical models
    interconnected within the Earth/Sun System, post-processed model
    algorithms and special verification tools developed for this community.

    When appropriate, the Program Director will represent UCAR/NCAR in
    responding to requests for scientific and technical information or
    assistance from Federal and State policy makers, particularly NOAA,
    DOD, NASA and NSF, and the international weather and climate
    community, particularly the World Meteorological Organization.  The
    RAL Program Director serves as a member of the RAL Executive
    Committee, other management committees and represents the laboratory
    on the UCAR Management Committee and NCAR Directors' Committee.  He
    or she has significant authority with regard to approving proposals,
    travel, and purchases and subcontracts up to the $150,000 level.

    *DUTIES INCLUDE*:

    The JNT Program Director provides guidance and oversight to the
    scientific and technical activities conducted within the Joint
    Numerical Testbed Program, including the Developmental Testbed
    Center (DTC), a data assimilation team, a tropical cyclone modeling
    team, a forecast evaluation and applied statistics team and other
    teams focused on specialized aspects of numerical weather prediction
    and climate and seasonal prediction, testing, and applications. The
    JNT Program Director coordinates and leverages those activities
    across the laboratory.

    The JNT Program Director is responsible, as a member of the
    laboratory's Executive Committee, for the overall productivity,
    creativity, and excellence of the laboratory. The JNT Program
    Director formulates and executes the RAL Strategic Plan, as well as
    more tactical, short-range plans, and contributes to the preparation
    and presentation of NCAR-wide reports such as the Annual Budget
    Review and NCAR Annual Report.

    Works to develop new funding opportunities, and serves as an expert
    resource on, and advocate for, the use of cutting-edge science and
    engineering methods and techniques for a variety of applications.
    The Director represents the laboratory in interactions with the
    public and private sectors and with the research community with
    regard to testing and evaluating numerical techniques that span a
    broad spectrum of numerical models interconnected within the
    Earth/Sun System, post-processed model algorithms and special
    verification tools developed for this community.

    Promotes effective recruitment practices in support of
    organizational diversity initiatives and affirmative action goals
    and enhances the quality of the scientific and technical program
    through effective management practices which foster an environment
    of teamwork and excellence. The JNT Program Director leads the
    annual performance appraisal process for all laboratory staff in
    coordination with other Program Directors and coordinates and
    leverages staffing assignments across the laboratory.

    Plans and manages budgets and other resources within the JNT Program
    and coordinates and leverages fiscal and human resources across the
    laboratory.  Additionally he/she coordinates with the DTC National
    Director to set strategic directions, plan DTC activities, secure
    funding, and implement and oversee DTC activities. The JNT Program
    Director plans and conducts strategic program development activities
    aimed at providing new funding sources to support the goals of the
    laboratory.

    Develops and conducts interactions and collaborations with other
    NCAR /UCP laboratories,  divisions and programs with special
    emphasis on NESL/MMM, NESL/HAO and UCP/COMET to manage joint
    programs. The Program Director represents RAL to external entities
    including government agencies (DOD, NOAA, NASA, NSF, DOE, DHS, and
    State Department), UCAR member institutions, and the scientific
    community at large.

    The JNT Program Director ensures consistent and appropriate
    application of UCAR policies and procedures.

    *REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE*:

    Education and Experience:

      * Ph.D. or equivalent in science, mathematics or engineering
        including expertise in atmospheric science, numerical weather
        prediction, and statistics; and
      * at least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the
        conduct and/or management of scientific or technical programs.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

      * Expert skill in testing and evaluating numerical forecast
        techniques with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications
        reflecting these skills.
      * Advanced knowledge of numerical weather prediction and data
        assimilations methods and techniques.
      * Expert skill in scientific and technical advocacy to effectively
        and persuasively promote goals and strategies for the
        advancement of RAL programs with NCAR, UCAR, funding agencies
        and the general community.
      * Expert skill in developing and leading programs in which both
        science and engineering play significant roles.
      * Advanced leadership skills in directing and developing a staff
        of widely-varying backgrounds and experience.
      * Demonstrated skills in budget and resource development and
        management.
      * Skill in identifying problems or potential problems, and in
        recommending, promoting and implementing effective and creative
        solutions.
      * Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
      * Willingness to travel frequently.

    The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an
    *equal opportunity employer*
    <http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf>. We
    evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color,
    religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status,
    sexual orientation, domestic partner status, disability, or veteran
    status.

Job Location
    Boulder, Colorado, United States
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