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Open: March 5, 2026 — Closes: March 19, 2026
Summary
This Senior Executive Service (SES) position is in the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, Office of Mission Critical Operations, Strategic Resources Division. About OCSPP. This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).
Major Duties
The Office of Mission Critical Operations is responsible for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP) administrative functions and scientific programs supporting chemical risk assessments, including budget, financial management, extramural management, human resources, information technology, information management, regulatory support, correspondence management, and advancing science used to inform chemical risk assessments. It is also responsible for providing program support services to rulemaking, peer review, data life cycle, risk assessment assistance through research efforts and communication. The Strategic Resources Division is responsible for providing strategic resource services related to administrative programs including budget formulation and execution; financial management; extramural agreements; human resources; travel coordination; and accountability. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Leading and directing all divisional activities to include OCSPP-wide policy making, planning, and implementation of human capital management activities. Advising on planning and executing staffing, recruitment and placement of programs, policies, procedures and accepted practices. Advising the OCSPP Assistant Administrator and Deputy Assistant Administrators on matters pertaining to the Office's compliance with applicable mandates and procedural requirements imposed within EPA, by other authoritative agencies (e.g., Office of Management and Budget) or contained in Federal Statutes and Presidential orders. Directing, coordinating, and reviewing all Division conducted or directed activities, including reviewing and evaluating progress and performance of these activities and taking independent corrective actions as necessary. Supervising a large staff of employees organized into units headed by subordinate managers and supervisors. Planning for staff development including assessment of training needs and performing supervisory duties involving establishment and filling of positions, promotion and assignment of personnel. Grow your career for the good of our planet The environmental challenges we face today are urgent. At the Environmental Protection Agency, we need professionals like you to join our team dedicated to safe, clean, and healthy communities. Our agency is built upon a commitment to protect human health and the environment. The work we do here changes the world. That's why there has never been a more crucial moment to be one of the scientists, engineers, community leaders, IT specialists, communicators, administrative professionals, technicians, problem solvers, and innovators united in our mission to protect our land, air, water, and people. Join us. Be EPA. Discover how you can apply your skills to make an impact. Explore careers and learn more about EPA at epa.gov/careers.
