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Any U.S. Citizen and ICTAP/CTAP eligible employee. This position is being filled under the OPM Government-Wide Direct Hire Authority for Acquisition positions grades GS 11-15. This serves as a public notice for the use of the Direct Hire Authority in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3327 and 3330, as well as 5 CFR 330.

As a Contract Specialist you will:

Manage the acquisition lifecycle for contracting activities for research, services, and equipment, including pre-award/acquisition planning oversight, post-award administration, and close out. Conduct competitive source selection, including prepare request for proposals, coordinate technical evaluations, and support source selection decisions. Negotiate contract terms and conditions, cost/price, and establish negotiation objectives. Perform and document cost analysis. Advise program staff and stakeholders on procurement planning and contract matters. Apply knowledge of Federal Acquisition

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This position is open to applicants interested in a career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment. Applications will be accepted from all U.S. citizens who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. Please see the “Additional Information” section for further information.

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), an independent agency of the Federal Government, is authorized and directed to initiate and support basic scientific research and education programs, strengthen scientific research potential and science education programs, appraise the impact of research upon industrial development and upon the general welfare, award scholarships and graduate fellowships, support cutting-edge research facilities and infrastructure, and foster the interchange of scientific information among scientists in the U.S. and foreign countries.

The Office of the Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy (OCRSSP) identifies risks to the U.S. research

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Current U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) agency employees who are on/eligible for permanent competitive service appointments.

As a Business Operations Manager, you will perform the following duties:

Strategic Planning and Policy Management: Develop strategic plans, provide policy recommendations, and advise senior leadership on resource allocation and budget options. Serves on NSF wide working groups related to policy, liaison to other organizations, etc. Human Capital Management: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and human resources activities to ensure effective use of human resources and compliance with regulations. Serves as key human capital advisor to leadership. Financial Management and Resource Allocation: Manage organizational budgets, forecast resource needs, analyze financial data, and ensure compliance with NSF policies. Aligns budget with operational needs. Business Operations, Analysis, and Management: Identify, assess and implement efficient

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The SBE Directorate Head is responsible for directing and supervising SBE’s organizational structure and effectiveness, as well as the effectiveness of all organizational units and leading and implementing in accordance with the NSF Strategic Plan and Agency priorities.

The SBE Directorate Head is responsible for Directorate operations spanning all research, engineering, STEM education, research infrastructure, innovation, and other priority areas. The incumbent works collaboratively with the Chief of Business Operations.

This position serves as the NSF Director’s principal leader and advisor in matters relating to the Directorate’s purview. The incumbent is responsible for formulating long-range plans, annual programs and priorities, and research policy, within the framework of statutory and National Science Board (NSB) authority.

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