JOB SUMMARY: This position is in Region 3, Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division, Applied Science and Quality Assurance Branch. About: Region 3. 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 while remaining in compliance with EEO policies, plans, and programs. Develop and analyze proposals for new environmental protection regulations, techniques, and tools related to water quality, and serve as a policy advisor to high-level management officials and other policy makers. Represent the agency with a variety of functional area organizations. 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.