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Supervisory Physical Scientist

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration · Posted today

Hybrid Durham, NH $121K – $185K Apply by Jul 2, 2026 General Physical Science ISFPISTP
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About the Role

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Office of Coast Survey (OCS), with one vacancy in Durham, NH.

What You'll Do

  • This position will be filled under the DOC Alternative Personnel System (CAPS).
  • Under CAPS, positions are classified by career, pay plan, and pay band.
  • The ZP-4 is equivalent to the GS-13/14.
  • As a Supervisory Physical Scientist, you will perform the following duties: Apply expert knowledge of ocean mapping, hydrography, cartography, and hydrographic technical systems to manage the operational activities of physical scientists and technicians in support of the Center.
  • Plan, coordinate, and direct the full range of hydrographic, cartographic, training, administration and management services.
  • Oversee long and short-term planning, as well as strategic planning for future operations.
  • Apply knowledge of administrative laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to the programs and projects managed by the Center including knowledge of program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones, and methods of evaluating program accomplishments.
  • Advise and collaborate with other line offices, industry and academic partners, and the Joint Hydrographic Center in all aspects of relevant organizational needs and program objectives, i.e., scientific and technical, personnel, financial, and other administrative activities.
  • Represent the office and facilitate sustained communications with key internal partners, industry, academia and stakeholders to ensure continual improvement of support and services.
  • Brief Office of Coast Survey Management and cross line office partners on the status of significant management activities relevant to program operations and planning.
  • Coordinate with senior officials of the host university on facilities, IT and utilities, training, and waterfront activities.
  • As supervisor, develop multi-year work plans and manage the overall work to ensure achievement of Center goals and objectives, as well as perform the full range of administrative and technical oversight for subordinate professional physical scientists.
  • Plan, assign, and review work, as well as develop performance standards, evaluate performance, interview candidates for vacant positions, and resolve complaints.
  • Identify training needs and give advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on technical and administrative matters.

Requirements

  • Key Requirements: Applicants must be U.S.
  • Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.
  • More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Additional Information.
  • Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov) Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
  • Additional Considerations: One year probationary period may be required.* Payment of relocation expenses (PCS) is not authorized.
  • A one year supervisory probationary period may be required (probationary period can be served concurrently).
  • Payment of relocation incentives OR recruitment incentives may be authorized.
  • Note: Relocation incentives are for current federal employees only.
  • This position requires a Moderate Risk Security Clearance.
  • Background investigation will be required.
  • Continued employment is subject to applicant's successful completion of security investigation and favorable adjudication.
  • Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
  • Any selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service.
  • Therefore, Current Federal employees would be given new appointments to the civil service and may have to serve a new probationary period under CFR 315.802 (b).

Personality Fit

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