This position is part of the Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office, Department of Energy. As a Program Manager, you will serve as an expert advisor within the Department of Energy's Office of Coal. In this role, the incumbent plans, manages, and oversees research, development, and demonstration projects focused on converting coal into high-value products, utilizing coal combustion residues, and implementing carbon mineralization technologies.
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office office works to unleash the full potential of America's hydrocarbon and geothermal resources to provide affordable, reliable, and secure energy.
We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement.
Veterans shape the future of energy As a Program Manager, you will: Plan, organize, and manage, highly complex scientific and engineering programs and projects that lack established precedents, developing the necessary operating plans, schedules, and budgets. Serve as an expert technical authority to explain, interpret, and defend agency policies and technical decisions to stakeholders with divergent, opposing, or conflicting viewpoints.
Evaluate the technical merits, maturity, and risks of emerging technologies and alternative scientific approaches to recommend solutions that mitigate risks and support the agency's mission. Advise senior leadership on critical technical and policy issues, preparing comprehensive briefs, reports, and congressional testimony relating to program directions and achievements.
Formulate project plans and monitors ongoing progress regarding cost, schedule, and quality, collaborating with Contracting Officers to manage multi-million dollar agreements, grants, and cost-sharing contracts. Represent the agency on interagency task forces, committees, and professional conferences to promote cooperation on scientific initiatives and ensure the infusion of cutting-edge technology into program efforts.
This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
Jayme.wells@hq.doe.gov · 202-731-8307
This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.
The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.
Applications close on 2026-08-25.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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