JOB SUMMARY: This position is in Region 6, Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division, Laboratory Analysis Branch. About Region 6: https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-6-south-central. This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section. MAJOR DUTIES: You will: Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the organizational unit, ensuring that they comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs. Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Serve as a technical advisor and assistant to the Division Director on issues pertaining to the Regional Laboratory, Quality Assurance and Applied Science. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.