The National Science Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Section Head, Surface Earth Processes Section, Division of Earth Sciences, Directorate for Geosciences (GEO).

The Senior Executive Service (SES) covers managerial positions above GS-15 in the Federal Service.  Persons appointed to the SES are eligible for health benefits, life insurance, social security, Federal retirement and thrift savings plan coverage, and participate in the Federal leave system.  Career appointees are eligible for bonuses based on performance in addition to base pay.  Competitive status is not required, veteran's preference does not apply and there are no grade restrictions.  New appointees to the SES are required to serve a one-year probationary period.  Final selection of career appointees requires the approval of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.  OPM approval will be based on the selectee's background in the following 5 executive core qualification areas:  (1) Leading Change, (2) Leading People, (3) Results Driven Leadership, (4) Business Acumen, and (5) Building Coalitions/Communication.  These areas are incorporated in the 5 executive/managerial requirements for the position.  Information about the leadership requirements for SES-level positions is available on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management website at www.opm.gov/ses/handbook.html. 

This position may also be filled on a one-to-three year Senior Executive Service (SES) Limited Term Appointment or on an Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) assignment basis.