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Summary A successful candidate in this position will serve as Program Manager(Director for The Lithium Modernization Program). The incumbent is responsible for integration and execution of program, budget, cost, funding, and contractual activities to ensure material requirements are met in support of Defense Programs' program of record. Responsibilities As a Program Manager (Director of Lithium Modernization Program), you will: Provide programmatic direction to manage, integrate, and coordinate the program's efforts to modernize lithium processing capabilities and ensure delivery of required lithium components. Manage operations of the Lithium Modernization Program, including supervising the work assignments of federal and contractor staff to ensure mission requirements are met. Oversee day-to- day operations across the geographically dispersed M&O contractors, lead planning, integrating, and executing policies, programs, and procedures for carrying out the organization's mission. Mange interfaces with weapons programs, such as life extension programs, alts, mods, and new systems to ensure new capabilities are available in time to meet mission requirements. Develop, coordinate, analyze, and edit input from subject matter experts, program managers and staff for development of detailed program plans, documents and associated budget estimates; and responds to information requests from OMB and other external stakeholders involving sensitive policy and program issues. Lead NNSA efforts to establish a new lithium processing capability, including leading capital asset acquisition processes and interfaces with commercial industry as appropriate. Manage operations of the Lithium Modernization Program, including supervising the work assignments of federal and contractor staff to ensure mission requirements are met. Requirements Conditions of Employment Subject to Random Drug Testing Must pass a pre-employment drug test. Favorable suitability determination required. Financial Disclosure is required. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance. You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification. A one year probationary period may be required. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service, i.e., NQ-03, or GS-13. Specialized experience for this position is defined as conducting at least 3 of the following activities: 1. Manages and evaluates policies and program objectives programs to include developing strategic planning, programmatic alignments, budget justifications and long range budget estimates for nuclear stockpile programs. 2. Prioritizes investments, aligns resources with mission requirements, and integrates elements of infrastructure modernization and capability sustainment. 3. Coordinates weapons deliverables and major capital construction projects to deploy capabilities in time to meet the department's needs. 4. Communicates and defends complex technical topics and programs to senior government officials. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website. If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the ICTAP program, your application must score within the pre-established "well qualified" category as stated in the Qualifications section. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. 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. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified applicant in accordance with Agency policy. EEO Policy: Click HERE. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Click HERE. Veterans Information: Click HERE. Telework: Click HERE. Selective Service Registration: Click HERE. Information about the NNSA Demonstration project can be found by clicking HERE.