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Open: October 8, 2026 — Closes: October 14, 2026
Summary
This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Us Geological Survey, Southwest Region, Astrogeology Science Center, FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA. Salary: $147,945 (Step 01) to $192,331 (Step 10) The salary range listed is based on the associated General Schedule Locality pay tables as determined by the Locality Pay Area Definitions. See the Additional Information section for more information.
Major Duties
As a Supervisory Physical Scientist with the Astrogeology Science Center, some of your specific duties will include: Responsible for the technical and administrative supervision of a large and complex staff in professional, technical, clerical and administrative work to carry out the mission of the organization. Directly supervises professional, technical, clerical and administrative work. Also determines whether contractor performed work meets standards of adequacy. Serves as Center Director for Astrogeology Science Center. The planning, conduct, and completion of all science center activities encompass broad areas of space science, geology, remote sensing/cartography, computer science research and technical development. Assumes bureau authority and responsibility for approving a variety of USGS information products (SM 205.18) and data for release (SM 502.8), including emergency and provisional or preliminary data, and for approving databases and data services. The incumbent is an active representative of and advocate for all Center employees, equitably communicating the breadth of Center science capabilities to the broader USGS and other governmental and scientific communities; represents USGS interests in formal and informal contacts with DOI, other USGS entities, Federal and State agencies, universities, the private sector, and with other governmental and research organizations worldwide; acts as principal spokesperson in matters of significance, especially matters relating to research, monitoring, and assessments of planetary and space science issues; develops partnerships and collaborates to expand the programmatic objectives of USGS science and its applications. Physical Demands- Office tasks are primarily sedentary. The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking or hiking over uneven surfaces; recurring lifting and carrying equipment and samples up to 50 lbs.; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and similar activities. Work Environment- The position is primarily in the office. Travel may be required to coordinate efforts with scientists, lead outdoor training, or for fieldwork. Outdoor training and fieldwork include areas of rough, uneven, rocky, and (or) slippery surfaces. Work also involves moderate risks or discomforts, e.g., adverse weather conditions, such as high winds and low or high temperatures; travel in off-road vehicles; working around moving parts, carts, or machines.
