Position Announcement
Executive Director
U.S. Arctic Research Commission (USARC)
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
First Review of Applications: Tuesday, 31 January 2006
Details of application requirements can be found at:
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov (Vacancy Announcement ARC-SES-06-001)
The U.S. Arctic Research Commission (USARC), an independent government
agency, invites applications from qualified individuals with
terrestrial, marine, or atmospheric research experience in the Arctic,
including research management and participation in the field or at sea.
A Ph.D. is desired. The USARC encourages applications from individuals
whose research expertise is complemented by knowledge and experience in:
1. the Federal planning and budgetary processes;
2. international arctic research activities; and
3. the ongoing research interests of the State of Alaska, local
jurisdictions, and NGOs.
Strong interpersonal skills are important. The Executive Director is the
senior government employee of the Commission. Duties include development
and recommendation of a national arctic research policy and facilitation
of cooperation in arctic research and logistics activities between
Federal, State, local, indigenous, and international entities. The
Commission is mandated under the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984
(as amended). Additional details about the Commission, its activities,
and its publications may be viewed at http://www.arctic.gov.
This opportunity is an SES position. The salary range is $109,808 to
$152,000 USD. It may be filled through the Intergovernmental Personnel
Act authority. U.S. citizenship is required. The position is located in
Arlington, Virginia, near the National Science Foundation and Metro.
Applications should be submitted at the earliest opportunity.
Questions may be addressed to Ellen Bliss in the National Business
Center Office of the Department of Interior at 703-390-6613. The USARC
is an equal opportunity employer.