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Summary The "Required Documents" section of this announcement identifies all documents that must be uploaded in order to be considered a complete application package. Applicants who do not submit a complete application package will receive an incomplete application rating. Incomplete packages will not receive further consideration. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please reach out to the Executive Consultant listed in the "Agency Contact" section below. Responsibilities The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science is looking for a dynamic, innovative, seasoned executive to lead the implementation of the Department of Energy (DOE) policy and direction for the Ames National Laboratory contract. The Ames Site Office Manager's role includes contract management, program implementation, federal stewardship of federal assets at the Ames Site Office, and management of the internal operations of a Site Office. As the Ames Site Office Manager, you will: Establish and communicate DOE requirements and expectations, authorize work, provide funds for the work, review, and approve work products, and provide feedback to the Management and Operating (M&O) contractor. Confirm M&O contractor assurance system, ensuring compliance with the requirements in the contract. Provide direction to the M&O contractor within the scope of work of the M&O performance-based contract and within DOE-issued funding and program guidance and constraints. Review, approve, and oversee M&O contractor operational and business systems, as appropriate. Ensure that the M&O contractor implements best management practices to achieve required program, project, and operational goals through a performance-based contract. Facilitate work at Ames National Lab by identifying and implementing actions that will assist the M&O contractor to accomplish high quality science consistent with appropriate Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Maintain a comprehensive operational awareness of the M&O contractor's activities and facility conditions. Provide outreach activities and represents DOE with other Federal, State, and local government officials, regulatory, and business, academic, and industry leaders concerning Ames National Lab in order to increase customer satisfaction and stakeholder involvement, as well as enhance community and public trust. Serve as a leader and manager for the on-site Federal workforce. Manage the Site Office budget, and federal business systems to ensure effective and efficient operations. Establish goals and objectives for the Site Office. Requirements Conditions of Employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THIS VACANCY: This is a career position in the SES. Unless you are already a member of the SES with career status or have successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program certified by OPM, your executive qualifications must be approved by OPM before your appointment can be effected. If you are selected, you will be responsible for working with a DOE Executive Consultant to finalize your ECQ narrative for OPM submission. CITIZENSHIP: You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE (HSPD-12): Your appointment is contingent upon compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity. PUBLIC FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORT (OGE 278): If you are selected for this position, will be required to file this report prior to entry on duty in accordance with the Ethics of Government Act of 1978. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Your initial SES career appointment becomes final only after you successfully complete a one-year probationary period. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance DRUG TESTING: As a condition of appointment to this position, you will be subject to pre-employment/pre-appointment testing for illegal drug use under the U.S. Department of Energy Employee Drug Plan. If you are selected you will be provided information regarding drug testing. Failure to undergo testing or positive findings resulting from the test will eliminate you from further consideration for this position. If selected for and appointed to this position you will be subject to random drug testing while employed. SELECTIVE SERVICE: All males born after December 31, 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. MOBILITY: A mobility agreement may be required based on mission needs. E-VERIFY: New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Qualifications The application process used to recruit for this position is the RESUME BASED method. You must show possession of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and any technical qualifications within ns via your resume. Your resume presented will reflect that you possess the ECQs and give a synopsis of your accomplishments. Although you cannot address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) separately, evidence of each must be clearly demonstrated in the five (5) page resume and throughout the entire application package. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed later in this section below must be addressed in a separate narrative. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The five (5) ECQs described below were designed to assess executive-level experiences and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether you have the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. 1: Leading Change: Ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals and establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. 2: Leading People: Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals and provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. 3: Results Driven: Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations, and make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. 4: Business Acumen: Ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. 5: Building Coalitions: Ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): As part of your application package, a supplemental narrative must be uploaded addressing each MTQ listed below. No more than one (1) page per MTQ is allowed; additional informational information will not be considered. MTQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. You must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following MTQs. Failure to submit a narrative statement addressing each of the MTQs may cause your application to be deemed incomplete and not be considered. MTQ 1: Demonstrated experience in providing leadership and direction to a complex scientific or technical organization, such as the management or oversight of nationally recognized large-scale research and development facilities or programs. Demonstrate a general understanding of science and technology, as well as a working knowledge of and ability to oversee a wide variety of business and operational management systems such as project management; maintenance and infrastructure; environment, safety and health; security; procurement; financial management; evaluate and manage risk for operational activities; and human resources management. MTQ 2: Demonstrated executive skill in communicating with senior management officials in the public or private sector, scientists, engineers, safety professionals, and the public to develop support for complex or controversial programs and/or respond to concerns. Education Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Telework: Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the DOE Workplace Flexibilities policy. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov OF-306: You may be required to complete an OF-306, "Declaration for Federal Employment" form used to (a) determine your suitability for Federal Employment and/or (b) in conducting an investigation to determine your suitability or ability to hold a security clearance. Applications contain information subject to the Privacy Act (PL 93 579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov. The selecting official may need to consult Departmental ethics counsel to determine whether any of your former or current employers, affiliations, or financial holdings conflict with your ability to perform the duties of this position. If necessary, ethics counsel will work with you and the hiring office regarding potential mitigation strategies, if available. Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. This is a non-bargaining unit position.