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Summary
The position of Polar Institute Director, is a senior staff position at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars with both academic and administrative responsibilities.
This position is advertised under OPM Schedule A 213.3175
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Overview
- Reviewing applications
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Open & closing dates
04/13/2022 to 04/27/2022
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Salary
$148,484 - $176,300 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 15
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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 - Occasional travel required, often internationally, for conferences, presentations, and other program business.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Temporary - Directors are initially appointed to a conditional two-year term. After that period, the appointment may become indefinite.
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
15
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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
SCHA-22-02-RCS
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Control number
648746400
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Duties
Polar Institute Director will perform the following and other related duties:
- The program director serves in a full-time capacity as the Wilson Center’s lead in-house expert and strategist on matters pertaining to Artic and Antarctic, and serves as an advisor to executive leadership of the Wilson Center on these issues
- Designs and implements a schedule of high-impact activities to improve understanding about the polar regions and US policies, which include research, reports, publications, meetings, panel discussions, conferences, seminars and targeted briefings involving individuals from the scholarly, business, media, governmental and NGO worlds
- Represents the Wilson Center to outside audiences including policy and business leaders, professional associations and other key constituencies
- Acts as a key media spokesperson for the Wilson Center on Polar-related issues with the media and develops media events to promote the programs and the Wilson Center
- Supports scholars and alumni scholars to build media interactions
- Helps build knowledge and share expertise on the significance of the polar regions and related issues for other regions of the world, as well as U.S. policy development in coordination with key policymaking communities, including Congress.
- Develops and executes fundraising strategies including funding from foundations, governments, private donations from individuals, companies and organizations to maintain and expand the program and oversees all expenditures, to ensure the proper use of and reporting on resources and donations
- Oversees the operations of the program, supervises and manages the performance of staff within the program
- Works in cooperation with the Scholars and Academic Relations Office to recommend scholars for appointments for periods of residency and cooperates in the administration of an annual international fellowship competition
- Collaborates closely with resident and non-resident scholars to ensure maximum synergy between programmatic priorities and scholarly research
- Collaborates on Center-wide projects, themes, special activities and new initiatives that advance the Center's mission, interests, and that cut across Center programs
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. Citizen or National
- You must complete a background investigation
- Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable
- You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period
- You must maintain a bank account for direct deposit
- All qualification requirements for this position must be met by the closing date of this announcement
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must meet the Basic Requirement, have documented experience of meeting the required Appointment Criteria, specialized experience and the Key Core Competencies which will demonstrate your ability to perform the major responsibilities of the position.
Basic Requirement:
Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position/or
Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field/or
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
Appointment Criteria:
- Demonstrated subject-area mastery of a particular discipline, area study, or related field (i.e., political science, international relations, environment, law, history, etc.) related to public policies related to Arctic/Antarctic, and related U.S. policy.
- Ability to provide strategic leadership and management of the program, including strategic planning, supervision of program staff, and organization of high-impact public and private programming.
- Entrepreneurial and resource-management ability, including experience raising funds from donors for program purposes.
Specialized Experience:
Qualified applicants must have previous experience that demonstrates entrepreneurial, managerial, and administrative ability to direct a major program designed to bring cutting edge scholarship to focus on public policy issues related to the Artic and Antarctic; experience in planning, supervising, evaluating, and coordinating the work of others; documented record of publications and media presence as an expert on related issues; skill making effective oral presentations; proven ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and to work effectively as part of a team; and administrative and interpersonal skills sufficient to direct, organize, coordinate, and accomplish the overall mission.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).
For more information on the qualifications for this position, Link to OPM Qualifications Standards
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".
Additional information
The work is primarily sedentary; although, requires moving around to offices and/or to similar areas for meeting to conduct human resources business. May require standing in conjunction with travel and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a typical office setting that is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.
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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.
You will be evaluated based on the information that you provide, to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, appointment criteria and competencies required, as described;
Appointment Criteria:
- Demonstrated subject-area mastery of a particular discipline, area study, or related field (i.e., political science, international relations, environment, law, history, etc.) related to public policies related to Arctic/Antarctic, and related U.S. policy.
- Ability to provide strategic leadership and management of the program, including strategic planning, supervision of program staff, and organization of high-impact public and private programming
- Entrepreneurial and resource-management ability, including experience raising funds from donors for program purposes.
Core Competencies:
- Strategic Thinking – Formulates objectives and priorities, and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks.
- Entrepreneurship – Positions the office and organization for future success by identifying new opportunities. Advances the organization by developing or improving products or services. Takes calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives.
- Creativity and Innovation – Develops new insights into situations. Questions conventional approaches. Encourages new ideas and innovations. Designs and implements new or innovative programs/processes.
- Situational Awareness - Identifies the internal and external dynamics that affect the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly. Ensures ideological balance and inclusiveness of diverse points of view in Center products.
- Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances. Collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
- Human Capital Management – Builds and manages a workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
- Financial Management – Understands the organization’s financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditure and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.
- Oral and Written Communication – makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups. Listens attentively and engages effectively to present and/or clarify information as needed. Facilitates open communications. Writes effectively for a policy audience.
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Benefits
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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. Learn 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.
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Note: Failure to submit a resume or supporting documentation may result in elimination for further consideration.
The following documents are required and must be submitted by the closing date of this announcement.
1. Résumé/CV, which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire (which includes narrative responses)
Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc.
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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Agency contact information
Wilson Center HR
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Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20004
United States
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
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Required Documents
Note: Failure to submit a resume or supporting documentation may result in elimination for further consideration.
The following documents are required and must be submitted by the closing date of this announcement.
1. Résumé/CV, which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire (which includes narrative responses)
Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc.
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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Wilson Center HR
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Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20004
United States
Next steps
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Fair & Transparent
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Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars was established by an Act of Congress in 1968 as the national, living memorial honoring President Woodrow Wilson. The Center provides an essential link between the policy and ideas by promoting initiatives that explore current and emerging challenges confronting the United States and the world. It is a nonpartisan/non-advocacy institution supported by both public and private funds. The Center is (along with the National Gallery of Art and Kennedy Center) one of the three special institutions created by congressional statute to perform a national mission within the Smithsonian Institution. It is governed by its own presidentially appointed Board of Trustees. The Center sponsors basic, original scholarship and dialogue through its programs, which cover all regions of the world and several major global issues. The Center also hosts scholars who conduct research on these issues and conducts an active program of publishing and outreach through its program staff and visiting scholars, as well as the Wilson Center Press, The Wilson Quarterly, its nationally syndicated weekly television and radio program, Dialogue, and various other print, electronic and multimedia presentations. Wilson Center
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Wilson Center HR
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Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20004
United States