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Open: March 30, 2026 — Closes: April 13, 2026
Summary
This position is in the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. 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
This position is located in the immediate office of the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT), in the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP). The OPPT is responsible for implementation of those activities of the Agency as mandated by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, the Pollution Prevention Act, the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act and other statutes. OPPT provides leadership on a wide variety of national industrial chemical and pollution prevention-related policy, communications, and resources management matters coming before the Administrator. The Office implements decision-making processes and coordinates the development, clearance and submission of all policy and programmatic planning documents for the chemical safety program. The Deputy Director for Programs in OPPT provides day-to-day supervision and direction for all activities assigned as delegated by the Office Director, utilizing their scientific background and technical expertise. Specific duties of the position include, but are not limited to: Managing efforts to enhance and implement the Agency's chemical management program by developing and implementing policies for new and existing chemicals, including national program chemicals. Developing policy and providing scientific and technical support for Office programs, including TSCA reform efforts to strengthen EPA's chemical management program and interfacing with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborating with the Office Director and Deputy Director for Management in planning and managing resources, both human and financial, and evaluating organization and functional assignments to determine how to improve operations. Coordinating strategic planning and program evaluation, including participating in planning the development, assessment and coordination of activities related to chemical management and pollution prevention programs assigned to the Agency. Supervising a large staff of employees organized into units headed by subordinate managers and supervisors. 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.
