Business Management Specialist

Summary

This position is part of the Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO), Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory within the Technology Development Center (TDC). As a Business Management Specialist, you will provide expert programmatic evaluation and expert business and financial analysis for DOE offices; strategic, program, and operational planning; and leadership via proactive engagement and communication to crosscutting technical and administrative teams.

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The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.

The Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) works to discover, integrate, and mature technology solutions to enhance the nation's energy foundation and protect the environment for future generations. Through forward-looking research and technology development, our team of talented and diverse experts provides technology solutions for today and options for tomorrow.

We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy

As a Business Management Specialist, at the GS-14 full performance level, you will:

• Serve as the authoritative business consultant to the TDC, developing long- and short-term program objectives, establishing milestones, and providing technical guidance to subordinate organizations and senior leadership.
• Conduct substantive business, risk, and financial analysis for low-to-high scale RD&D projects, delivering expert advice on management capabilities, commercialization potential, and financial viability.
• Identify system requirements to design workflow charts, specify controls, and establish departmental performance metrics that measure the effectiveness of contracting and funding activities.
• Review legislative and regulatory directives to propose, draft, and implement new, agency-wide procurement policies governing pre- and post-award contract actions.
• Coordinate and oversee complex contract administration tasks, including reviewing Statements of Work (SOW), preparing requests for proposals (RFPs), conducting audits on invoice discrepancies, and monitoring contractor performance metrics.
• Serve as the senior Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), point of contact, and advisor to facilitate information exchange and coordinate efforts among internal program offices, external industry partners, and academic institutions.

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
• If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is not remote, the selectee will be expected to report to the duty station(s) listed. If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.
• You may qualify for a relocation incentive in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.
• New supervisors/managers are required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• New supervisors are required to complete 80 hours of supervisory training of which 40 hours must be completed during your first year as a supervisor.
• If selected, the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Professional is required within 1 year at the start of your appointment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Unit.
• You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).

Qualifications

GS-13 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 grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of 3 of the following:

1. Performing business and financial evaluations to assess the stability, operational capability, and commercial success potential of external business partners, contractors, or award recipients.
2. Monitoring, reviewing, and administering contract or financial assistance agreements (such as grants, cooperative agreements, or multi-party business transactions) to verify that performance, deliverables, and billing adhere strictly to established regulations, policies, and service standards.
3. Conducting systematic reviews of business administrative processes, operating workflows, or databases to identify weaknesses and design new, automated, or streamlined work procedures that maximize productivity and efficiency.

GS-14 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 grade level GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of 3 of the following:

1. Creating and implementing long-term business or program acquisition strategies, including advising senior management on selected transaction types, contract structures, or business-risk parameters.
2. Evaluating policies or operational metrics to formulate, write, and establish new division-wide business guidelines, standard operating procedures, or project controls.
3. Reviewing, negotiating, and administering transactional contracts or funding agreements (including drafting statements of work and requests for proposals) while enforcing performance metrics, managing budgets, and resolving critical billing or performance disputes.

"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.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration and current employees must have at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating to receive consideration.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

• Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.
• New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit
• 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.
• Your performance appraisal and incentive awards will be given due consideration in the selection process based on their relation to the duties of the position and the consistency with which they may be considered in evaluating you against other candidates.
• Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.
• Equal employment opportunity policy.
• Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement.
• Veterans Information:
• Selective Service Registration:
• The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and emailing it to the Administrative Investigations Program at View email address on click.appcast.io.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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