Program Officer - Future of Gulf Energy Systems (Legacy Offshore Oil and Gas Infrastructure)

**NOTE THAT A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION***

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1) Manage the activities associated with the Legacy Offshore Oil and Gas Infrastructure workstream. Foster a community of practice with multi-state regulators, industry, researchers, non-profits, and communities through virtual and in-person meetings. Develop and oversee funding opportunities, manage review panels, oversee grant management.

2) Identify priority issues related to abandoned offshore infrastructure, particularly relating to understanding the risk in near and offshore environments in the Gulf region. Identify areas of alignment and potential collaborative opportunities with ongoing or developing GRP activities.

3) Design new programs within the Legacy Offshore Oil and Gas Infrastructure workstream including overseeing funding opportunities and working closely with state and federal agencies that oversee oil and gas infrastructure in the near- and offshore environments.

4) Works with the Senior Program Officer to design, implement, and manage complex program(s) or project(s) involving Gulf energy production and transportation systems. Develops program or project strategy, manages budget, and ensures program or project meets objectives.

5) Organizes, staffs, and executes large and small workshops and/or meetings including virtual, hybrid, and in-person. Develops agendas, establishes purpose and objectives, invites presenters and participants, oversees meeting logistics and multimedia presentations, and prepares written summaries.

6) Supports committee members, workshop participants, etc. in all aspects of work in fulfilment of the project's statements of work.

7) Collaborates with experts and sponsors from federal, state, and local government agencies, foundations, academia, and other organizations. Represents the unit, the GRP, and the National Academies within and outside the National Academies.

8) Ensures that projects proceed within budget and on schedule, as per the statement of work and project design. Collaborates with financial staff to ensure compliance.

9) Conducts background research on topics for new studies, programs, or activities. Prepares background papers and technical summaries. Develops written products (e.g., reports, proceedings, white papers). Drafts and edits materials for publication. For studies and other applicable programs, synthesizes and edits research findings and technical data and determines the relevance of data for purposes of activity.

10) Where applicable, works with GRP Communications team to create and maintain materials, web sites, and social media channels to provide interest groups with information generated from and for activities.

11) Where applicable and with Senior Program Officer oversight, recruits potential committee/panel nominees and assembles appointment packages. Communicates and coordinates with the committee/panel chair and members. Identifies and gathers research materials for the committee. Facilitates the flow of information among committee/panel members, consultants, staff, and other applicable parties.

Nonessential Job Duties

Related duties and special projects, as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Advanced knowledge in applicable discipline(s) such as energy and environmental policy, petroleum engineering, civil engineering, geological sciences, earth and environmental sciences. Knowledge of the Gulf region and institutions, agencies, and communities is a plus. Strong program/project management and facilitation skills. Ability to share technical/scientific issues with diverse audiences. Ability to solve varied and complex problems using originality and ingenuity. Ability to serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues. Ability to operate using substantial latitude for independent judgement and action. Ability to independently develop and manage multiple and complex projects, and ability to work in or form successful team environments. Experience working in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness. Ability to develop relationships with co-workers and employees in other National Academies' departments, and external constituents through effective communication. Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with many levels of staff and constituents.

Minimum Education/Training Requirements:Master's degree in a field related or equivalent knowledge.

Minimum Experience:Three years of related professional experience. Demonstrated basic proficiency in conveying scientific/technical/policy information in verbal and written form.

Preferred Education:Strong preference for a Ph.D. in related field.

Preferred Experience: Experience working with offshore energy infrastructure. Experience working with offshore energy stakeholders including industry and state and federal agencies responsible for regulating oil and gas operations.

Physical Capabilities:Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time. Ability to travel.

Required Licenses, Certification or Registration:None.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls:Typically reports to Senior Program Officer. General direction is provided. Sets objectives with supervisor and receives input and advice as needed.

Work Environment:Hybrid Office/Telecommute environment, expected onsite percentage 60% with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities and to off-site meeting/sponsor locations.

Compensation & Benefits: An estimated compensation range for this position is $88,450 - $110,560. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will be based on the candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and work experience, commensurate with compensation of current employees in comparable positions with similar knowledge, skills, and work experience, and subject to budget parameters. Note it is not typical for a candidate to be hired at the higher end of the range. This is a benefits-eligible position. Our Benefits Plan offers competitive and comprehensive benefit options, including medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement and savings benefits, leave benefits such as paid holidays and paid personal leave, transportation subsidies, and education assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of the National Academies to recruit, hire, transfer, compensate, and promote people in all job categories and to administer all other personnel actions, terms and conditions of employment in a manner that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. It is also the institution's policy to recruit, hire, promote, and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and covered veterans who are otherwise qualified.

Any qualification to be considered equivalent, in lieu of stated minimum, requires the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
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