Senior Forest Research Program Lead

U.S. Forest Service; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Forest Service seeks a Program Manager (GS-15) at a Research Station to develop a scientific research program and manage a major program area.

The role requires coordinating research priorities, assessing policy impacts, and ensuring fiscal stewardship in alignment with station guidelines. The incumbent will provide leadership, supervise staff, and interact with stakeholders while adhering to federal personnel and security requirements.

Qualifications

• No substitution of education for specialized experience.
• U.S. Citizenship requirement for Federal employment.
• Background investigation and fingerprint check required.
• Direct deposit enrollment required for payroll.

Responsibilities

• Provides intellectual leadership and focus for the unit's research programs.
• Assess the impact of programs and policies on assigned projects.
• Set research priorities based on program areas and station guidelines.
• Determine economical means to meet objectives within fiscal and legal constraints.
• Submit and justify major expenditure requests to leadership.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of the research program.

Skills

Program management

Research coordination

Policy analysis

Leadership

Job description

U.S. Forest Service seeks a Program Manager (GS-15) at a Research Station to develop a scientific research program and manage a major program area.

The role requires coordinating research priorities, assessing policy impacts, and ensuring fiscal stewardship in alignment with station guidelines. The incumbent will provide leadership, supervise staff, and interact with stakeholders while adhering to federal personnel and security requirements.