Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary This position is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Deputy Under Secretary for Counterterrorism and Counterproliferation (NA-80), Department of Energy (DOE). A successful candidate will serve as a Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist managing the Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST) Standards and Training Program (NSTP), providing technical interface, coordination, integration, and implementation of a critical and high-visibility program for DOE and NNSA. Responsibilities As a Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist, you will: Provide direct support to the Deputy Directors and Director of the Office of Nuclear Incident Response (NA-84); supervise the day-to-day management of the NEST including coordinating with multiple executive agencies, developing and reviewing operational and program plans as well as coordinating plans throughout the DOE/NNSA. Oversee NSTP programs in accordance with statutory requirements, pertinent laws and regulations; provide guidance on delivery and coordination of NSTP mission requirements; and supervise, plan, and coordinate NSTP work to ensure effective programmatic execution, oversee budget development, execution and continued analysis of NSTP funding priorities. Maintain and improve operational readiness and minimize negative impacts on personnel, environment, and DOE facilities. Plan, lead, coordinate, and execute the DOE/NNSA Nuclear Emergency Support Team's NSTP drills, exercises, evaluations, trainings, assessments; and oversee the execution of response activities. Plan, direct, execute, and manage NSTP programs, including development of procedures, policies, plans, and any other applicable requirements. Serve as the recognized technical advisor, providing expert advice on complex NSTP readiness requirements, and serve as spokesperson at regional and nationwide meetings, committees and working groups to propose, defend and/or analyze NSTP performance criteria. Serve as an on-call responder for DOE/NNSA Nuclear Emergency Support Team field response and home teams, take on-call duty as required, typically for one week each month. Train to, and maintain, all qualifications for such purposes, including deployment to national level exercises. 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. An one year probationary period may be required. An one year supervisory 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-14 level. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: applying knowledge of effective emergency response procedures and the specialized NEST assets applicable to nuclear or radiological incident response to ensure the development and implementation of an effective NEST response capability. Possess knowledge and skill in the application of command, control, communication, and coordination principles is required for NEST preparedness, response, and support for a nuclear weapon accident or incident or terrorist WMD event worldwide. Possess knowledge and skill in application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and practices of Emergency Management sufficient to serve as the NSTP Program Manager. Examples of Specialized Experience: Experience leading and coordinating with operational staff of federal agencies or state representatives during an emergency management response. Experience building partnerships and coalitions with federal, state, and/or local partner communities to fully integrate response capabilities. Experience developing and applying emergency operations procedures and programs. "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 Not Applicable 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.