Water Data & Information Systems Director

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS); Madison (WI); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

USGS in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Supervisory Physical Scientist to serve as Division Director for the Integrated Information Dissemination Division, providing leadership, supervision, and oversight of multidisciplinary programs in web communications, data science, and decision support systems supporting the Water Mission Area.

The role involves directing programs, setting strategy, governing data, and advising on emerging technologies to improve data accessibility and information quality

Formación

• Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics including 24 semester hours in physical science or related engineering science; transcripts required.
• Combination of education and experience: 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering plus experience.
• To qualify for GS-15: at least 1 year of specialized experience at GS-14, directing multidisciplinary projects, analyzing findings and information management systems, and prioritizing programs.
• Volunteer Experience: includes paid and unpaid experiences, including National Service programs, etc.
• Foreign Education: credit for education outside the U.S. must be evaluated for equivalence.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical and administrative supervision to multidisciplinary staff, plans and assigns work, evaluates performance, and manages workforce development.
• Direct and oversee scientific and technical programs involving water-related data, information management, research, and analytical methods.
• Develops and implements strategic plans, policies, and procedures to improve information systems and data dissemination in support of the Water Mission Area.
• Provide senior level scientific expertise and guidance in evaluating emerging technologies and analytical tools to enhance data accessibility and decision making.
• Establish and oversee data governance standards ensuring data integrity, quality, interoperability and compliance.
• Direct program planning, budget formulation, and resource allocation to manage scientific programs and information systems.
• Serve as senior scientific advisor and representative, coordinating with federal, state, tribal, local and external partners.

Conocimientos

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Educación

Bachelor's degree in physical science or engineering

Herramientas

Data management systems

Analytical tools

Descripción del empleo

USGS in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Supervisory Physical Scientist to serve as Division Director for the Integrated Information Dissemination Division, providing leadership, supervision, and oversight of multidisciplinary programs in web communications, data science, and decision support systems supporting the Water Mission Area.

The role involves directing programs, setting strategy, governing data, and advising on emerging technologies to improve data accessibility and information quality