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Summary
About the Position: The U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY is an academic institution located in the Hudson River Valley, 50 miles from New York City. The historic site is the oldest continuously occupied military post in America. West Point is a self-contained city with housing, a Department of Public Works, libraries, hospital, fire department, chapels, and restaurants. Employees have access to Eisenhower Hall Theater, Hudson Valley's performing arts center, and recreational facilities.
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Overview
- Job closed
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Open & closing dates
07/11/2019 to 08/12/2019
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Salary
$86,300 - $140,289 per year
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Pay scale & grade
AD 00
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Term - 3 years
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Work schedule
Full-Time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
None
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
Yes
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
BRF190024
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Control number
538843400
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Clarification from the agency
See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.
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Duties
The Academic Research Division (ARD) at the US Military Academy manages research efforts to enhance the quality of the cadet educational experience, promote the professional development of the faculty, address important issues facing the Army and the Nation, and to enhance the reputation of the United States Military Academy. As the Associate Dean for Research the incumbent will hold a faculty appointment, run Academic Research Division (ARD), and teach one section per year in one of the Academic Departments.
The selected candidate is expected to:
- Work with the Chief of Faculty Development and Vice Deans to implement academy research program objectives.
- Inform Academy leadership on the makeup of Academy research partners (Army, Defense, Interagency, academic, and private sector).
- Manage the flow of research grants, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), technology transfer actions, and contracts with U.S. government agencies, academic institutions, and private entities, which may include ongoing interface with electronic business / management systems and financial monitoring (e.g., financial distributions and expenses associated with grants).
- Provide expert analysis and advice on complex procedural and administrative issues pertaining to grants and contracts administration, interfacing closely with the Academy's management staff, faculty, and finance team.
- Engage with the Academy Research Council and research center directors to ensure that policy and procedures are effectively implemented, inclusive of pre- and post-award operations.
- Oversee the Dean's Research Operations Compliance Program, including training and education programs.
- Assist with research capacity building efforts, including providing administrative recommendations and providing investigators and departments with research capacity strategies and support.
- Institute faculty development and training programs to address faculty research needs as they arise.
- Supervise a support staff of 2 employees.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens and Non-citizens with allegiance to the United States.
This is a full-time, term appointment in the excepted service, not to exceed 3 years. As a term employee you will be eligible for medical insurance, life insurance, retirement dental and vision. You will be eligible to earn annual leave and sick leave.
Qualification Requirements: Applicants must (a) hold a bachelor's degree or higher that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject matter field appropriate to the position OR (b) possess a combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional coursework that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above.
Selective Placement Factors/Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSA's): Applicants will be evaluated on the following: 1) Academic accomplishment (advanced degree such as Ph.D. ,Ed.D., or other terminal degree preferred) related to a discipline taught at the United States Military Academy; 2) Knowledge of research operations, compliance issues, polices, regulations, and precedents applicable to sponsored grants administration; 3) Experience in research collaboration with U.S. Government agencies, academic institutions, and private sector entities; 4) Ability to provide direction and guidance to subordinates and peers; and 5) Ability to teach undergraduate courses.
Education
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- One year trial period may be required.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- This is a Career Program (CP) 31 - Education Services position.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume/curriculum vitae and supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
1. Your resume:
- Your resume or curriculum vitae may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Three Letters of Recommendation
1. You MUST submit documents verifying your veteran's preference or military spouse preference if you are claiming these preferences. These documents may include, but are not limited to:
- for MSP claims, PCS orders and marriage certificate;
- for verification of Veteran status, DD 214(which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter as applicable and/or Activation/Deactivation orders.
If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package by the closing date of this announcement. Application packages must include:
1) Cover Letter
2) Curriculum Vitae and/or Resume of relevant industry experiences: If you submit a resume with inappropriate material, e.g. photos, you will notbe considered for this vacancy. Your resume may be submitted in any format.
3) Official Academic Transcripts
4)Three Letters of Recommendation
5) DD 214, if claiming veteran's preference
6) Copy of Sponsor's Permanent Change of Station orders and marriage certificate, if claiming military spouse preference.
In order to receive full consideration, applications should be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/12/2019. Submit your full application package to the following address:
US Military Academy
ATTN: Ms. Carol Spisso
Office of the Dean
Academic Research Division (ARD)
West Point, New York 10996
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Email (preferred method): Carol.spisso@westpoint.edu
Agency contact information
Army Applicant Help Desk
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BR-APF-W1FBAA US MILITARY ACADEMY
DO NOT MAIL
West Point, NY 10996
US
Next steps
Requests for further information may be submitted to:
COL Raymond Kimball
Phone: (845) 938- 0865
Email: Raymond.kimball@westpoint.edu
Agency Information:
US Military Academy
Office of the Dean
Academic Research Division (ARD)
West Point, New York 10996
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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1. You MUST submit documents verifying your veteran's preference or military spouse preference if you are claiming these preferences. These documents may include, but are not limited to:
If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
Required Documents
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
1. Your resume:
- Your resume or curriculum vitae may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Three Letters of Recommendation
1. You MUST submit documents verifying your veteran's preference or military spouse preference if you are claiming these preferences. These documents may include, but are not limited to:
- for MSP claims, PCS orders and marriage certificate;
- for verification of Veteran status, DD 214(which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter as applicable and/or Activation/Deactivation orders.
If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package by the closing date of this announcement. Application packages must include:
1) Cover Letter
2) Curriculum Vitae and/or Resume of relevant industry experiences: If you submit a resume with inappropriate material, e.g. photos, you will notbe considered for this vacancy. Your resume may be submitted in any format.
3) Official Academic Transcripts
4)Three Letters of Recommendation
5) DD 214, if claiming veteran's preference
6) Copy of Sponsor's Permanent Change of Station orders and marriage certificate, if claiming military spouse preference.
In order to receive full consideration, applications should be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/12/2019. Submit your full application package to the following address:
US Military Academy
ATTN: Ms. Carol Spisso
Office of the Dean
Academic Research Division (ARD)
West Point, New York 10996
-OR-
Email (preferred method): Carol.spisso@westpoint.edu
Agency contact information
Army Applicant Help Desk
- Address
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BR-APF-W1FBAA US MILITARY ACADEMY
DO NOT MAIL
West Point, NY 10996
US
Next steps
Requests for further information may be submitted to:
COL Raymond Kimball
Phone: (845) 938- 0865
Email: Raymond.kimball@westpoint.edu
Agency Information:
US Military Academy
Office of the Dean
Academic Research Division (ARD)
West Point, New York 10996
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Army Applicant Help Desk
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BR-APF-W1FBAA US MILITARY ACADEMY
DO NOT MAIL
West Point, NY 10996
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