Job Summary

The incumbent serves as Laboratory Director for the Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) Science and Technology (S&T) Pest Identification Technology Laboratory (PITL) in Fort Collins, CO. The incumbent directs a small group of scientists and biological science technicians in two work locations. The incumbent also collaborates with the S&T Management Team and other program leaders to define long-term goals and priorities for PITL and S&T.

Job Description

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. BASIC REQUIREMENT: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. FOR THE GS-14 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-13 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Applying advanced theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, and methods of science related to plant health or agriculture. Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, using a diversity of strategies, tactics and means, to a diverse audience, including senior level managers, policy and operational decision-makers, federal and industry partners, stakeholders, and/or customers regarding scientific issues. Providing leadership, coordination, and direction, including strategic and operational planning, for a scientific or agricultural program. Directing, overseeing and evaluating the day-to-day activities of scientific and technical staff from diverse disciplines. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified. You are qualifying for the position based on education. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.