[ES_JOBS_NET] AC4 Program specialist position, NOAA/UCAR, Silver Springs, MD

[christine.wiedinmyer.ucar at gmail.com]

https://ucar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UCAR_Careers/job/Foothills-Lab-4/Program-Specialist-I-II_REQ-2021-26-1

 

Location: NOAA Silver Spring Metro Center in Silver Spring, MD.

Type: Full-time, exempt.

Position Term: Regular, no term.

Application deadline: Posted until a sufficient number of applicants are received.

Relocation: Partial relocation provided.

Work Authorization: Visa/Immigration support provided.

Salary: 

Level I
Hiring Range: $47,014 - $58,767
Salary Range: $47,014 - $58,767 - $76,397

Level II
Hiring Range: $63,113 - $78,891
Salary Range:$63,113 - $78,891 - $102,558

Benefits: UCAR affirms its continuing commitment to developing, providing, and administering its employee benefit programs with due consideration for equal employment opportunity and diversity guidelines. UCAR's rich package of employee benefits includes medical, dental, vision, education assistance, retirement, and life insurance. UCAR offers a variety of programs designed to assist with work-life balance including flexible work alternatives, paid time off and 14 weeks of paid parental leave.

Where You Will Work:

The Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS—pronounced: see-pass), under the UCP, provides an extensive portfolio of placement, management, and organizational services for the broad Earth System Science community. CPAESS develops innovative solutions to complex scientific challenges, advances research capacity, and fosters community collaborations.

CPAESS provides professional development, training, and research opportunities for early career to expert scientists.  The CPAESS community includes placements at prestigious postdoctoral fellowships, short- and long-term appointments at US Federal research labs and institutions, research internships, and summer school opportunities for graduates and postdoctoral scientists. These research and training opportunities provide mentoring and career advancement; lifelong collaboration through program alumni networks; and the advancement of science worldwide through university, federal, state, municipal level, and private sector partnerships. CPAESS employees and sponsors collectively work toward advancing scientific research for the benefit of society.  

What You Will Do:

The Climate Program Office (CPO) manages competitive research programs in which NOAA funds high-priority climate science, assessments, decision support research, outreach, education, and capacity-building activities designed to advance our understanding of Earth’s climate system, and to foster the application of this knowledge in risk management and adaptation efforts.  CPO-supported research is conducted in regions across the United States, at national and international scales, and globally.  The Earth System Science and Modeling (ESSM) Division in CPO supports a unique and highly flexible climate research enterprise to advance scientific understanding of climate variability and change, to improve NOAA’s climate and Earth System models, predictions/projections and applications in the climate area.  The ESSM Division includes four competitive research programs, including Atmospheric Chemistry, Carbon Cycle and Climate (AC4) and Climate Observations and Monitoring (COM) programs, and also oversees NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) Program. 

This position will be a full member of the ESSM Division, and will specifically focus on the AC4 and COM programs. The individual will assist AC4 and COM program managers in daily tasks, and contribute to broader ESSM Division activities. This position will engage with partners across all of NOAA’s Line Offices, other agencies and the diverse set of ESSM Division investigators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

*        Work with AC4 and COM staff to organize and facilitate proposal review (mail review and panel review) and monitor projects progress (e.g., collect and archive project reports).

*        Prepares, develops and maintains the necessary research project funding documentation.

*        Participate in and provide input to atmospheric composition related meetings and activities within OAR and across Line Offices, especially with NESDIS and NWS – this includes writing reports, preparing presentations, meeting organizing etc. 

*        Conduct background research on scientific and institutional topics.

*        Occasionally attend and de-briefs on AC4 and COM relevant meetings within and external to NOAA.

*        Assist in the verification of the accuracy and adequacy of information or documentation.

*        Assist in publicizing major accomplishments and activities in AC4 and COM programs by liaising with staff in the CPO ESSM Division, Communications, Education, and Engagement (CEE) Division and the OAR public affairs office, and other Line Offices as appropriate; use a diverse set of strategies including webinars, news items, newsletters, routine website management, topical articles and information pages, oral presentations, conference booths, etc.

*        Provide general support for all ESSM programs. Assists ESSM Program managers, primarily focused on AC4 and COM programs. 

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience:

LEVEL I:

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science or a related field (Chemistry, Meteorology, Marine Science, etc.)

LEVEL II:

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science or a related field (Chemistry, Meteorology, Marine Science, etc.) and at least two years of relevant program experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:​  

LEVEL I

*        Scientific and technical evaluation: Learns and applies new scientific concepts and methodologies, particularly as they apply to atmospheric composition.

*        Planning and innovation: Capable of identifying strategic opportunities and works under supervision to implement innovative solutions.

*        Team-work: Works with program staff and may represent the organization as part of a closely guided effort.

*        Works under guided supervision. Training is provided and work is reviewed for accuracy and soundness.

*        Interest in and eagerness to learn about Earth system/climate science and research.

*        Basic knowledge/understanding of the principles of the specific program area.

*        Ability to plan and organize meetings.

*        Understanding of applying qualitative and quantitative methods.

*        Ability to prepare technical and administrative reports and give oral and written presentations.

*        Ability to identify program opportunities and problems and suggesting courses for action.

*        Ability to identify constituent needs and in modifying activities to meet those needs.

*        Technical aptitude with and willingness to learn graphic software, web editing and webinar software; teleconferencing; and usage of databases.

*        Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, and Google tools.

*        Ability to learn new systems and software products to enhance the AC4 Program’s productivity and organization, with an overall creative approach to problem solving to improve efficiency.

*        Good social skills and willingness to interact with administrative groups as well as the scientific community.

*        Ability to work under deadlines and balance multiple tasks.

*        Good written and oral communication skills.

LEVEL II

*        Scientific and technical evaluation: Understands new scientific concepts and methodologies, particularly as they apply to atmospheric composition.

*        Planning and innovation: Capable of identifying strategic opportunities and works under supervision to implement innovative solutions.

*        Team-work: Provides leadership in team-work enhancing personal strengths and facilitating problem solving.

*        Works under general supervision. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.  Applies knowledge of program accordingly.

*        Demonstrated interest in Earth system/climate science and research.

*        Knowledge/understanding of the principles of the specific program area.

*        Demonstrated skill in planning and organizing meetings.

*        Understanding of and skill in applying qualitative and quantitative methods.

*        Skill in preparing technical and administrative reports and give oral and written presentations.

*        Skill in identifying program opportunities and problems and suggesting courses for action.

*        Demonstrated skill in identifying constituent needs and in modifying activities to meet those needs.

*        Demonstrated technical aptitude including skills with graphic software, web editing and webinar software; teleconferencing; and usage of databases.

*        Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, and Google tools.

*        Skill in learning new systems and software products to enhance the AC4 Program’s productivity and organization, with an overall creative approach to problem solving to improve efficiency.

*        Good social skills and willingness to interact with administrative groups as well as the scientific community.

*        Demonstrated ability to work under deadlines and balance multiple tasks.

*        Good written and oral communication skills.

Desired but not required:

Knowledge in the field of Earth system sciences (for example, meteorology, air pollution, greenhouse gases, oceanography, or climate science).

Applicant Notes:

*        This position is subject to work location requirements for obtaining access to facilities and research systems. These requirements may include a combination of national security checks, credit checks, fingerprinting, or other security clearance or work authorization requirements.

*        A pre-employment screening is conducted in conjunction with an offer for employment. This screening may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: restricted parties screening, employment verification, performance records of internal candidates, education verification, reference checks, verification of professional licenses, certifications, and Motor Vehicle Records.  UCAR complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). 

*        Please note that while the position description details both minimum requirements as well as desired skills and experience, we want to remind applicants that you do not need to have all the desired skills and experience to be considered for this role. If you have the passion for the work along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest.

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. 

Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.

 

 

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