Chief Operations Officer

National Institute of Standards and Technology · Department of Commerce

📍 Washington, District of Columbia 💰 $169279 – $197200/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Department: Department of Commerce
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $169279 – $197200/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
Date Posted: 2026-09-08
Application Deadline: 2026-10-07

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Job Summary

The CHIPS Program Office (CPO) at NIST is seeking a Chief Operations Officer to join its leadership and lead enterprise operations. The COO provides strategic leadership across administrative, financial, personnel, and business management functions and serves as a key link to NIST, DOC, and intergovernmental partners.

This position may be filled at either ZA-0340-V ($169,279-$197,200 annually) or CHIPS 25 AD-0301-00 ($220,000-$292,300 annually), based on qualifications and organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Leads the development, integration, and execution of operational strategies, policies, processes, and management systems that ensure effective administration of CPO programs and operations. Directs enterprise functions including financial management, budget planning and execution, human capital, information technology, facilities, administrative operations, and business management to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and mission objectives.

Serves as a principal advisor to the Deputy Director and Director on operational strategy, organizational effectiveness, and resource management. Coordinates with the CHIPS R&D Office, NIST, the Department of Commerce, and other Federal stakeholders to strengthen operational collaboration, ensure effective governance, and enable efficient execution of CHIPS programs.

Serves as a member of the CPO executive leadership team, providing strategic leadership and executive direction for enterprise operations supporting implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act. Leads the development, integration, and execution of operational strategies, policies, processes, and management systems that ensure effective administration of CHIPS programs.

Requirements & Education

The incumbent must possess, at a minimum, a Bachelor's or other Advanced Degree in a scientific, engineering, or recognized or traditional professional field, or significant experience in a scientific, engineering, or recognized or traditional professional field. Transcripts are not required in the application package. An official transcript will be required prior to a final offer of employment.

Contact

hiring@chips.gov · 3019752000

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Commerce.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-07.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.