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Iowa State University Chief Planning and Performance Officer - Ames National Laboratory in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Chief Planning and Performance Officer - Ames National Laboratory
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or related discipline
Experience which provides understanding and expertise with business policies and practices, continuous improvement, and quality assurance
Experience managing professional staff
Experience working with Federal Regulations and Department of Energy Regulations.
Experience with continuous improvement tools/practices (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma, LEAN, etc.)
Project Management Professional Certification
Experience writing and implementing strategic plans
Job Description:
Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live (https://www.ameslab.gov/careers-and-internships/life-ames) ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!
Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.
Ames Laboratory is seeking a dynamic strategic thinker and leader to serve as the Director of Laboratory Performance Management, also known as the Chief Planning and Performance Officer (CPPO). The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of organizational strategic planning, project management excellence, and success in a dynamic environment. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of Laboratory planning, risk management, and performance assurance to achieve institutional goals and objectives. The ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with multiple priorities within a complex scientific research environment is essential.
Ames National Laboratory is a Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory managed by Iowa State University (ISU) and designated a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC). The annual budget of the Laboratory is approximately $65M which supports 450 employees executing its scientific mission to deliver critical materials solutions to the Nation. Approximately 95% of the Laboratory’s funding comes from federal and state taxpayers, creating a special relationship of stewardship and trust with the public. Therefore, the CPPO is expected to exercise, model, and ensure the highest standards of planning and performance management demonstrating our responsibility to the citizens who support our research. The CPPO directly interacts with DOE’s Ames Site Office (AMSO), which provides oversight of the operational and management performance of laboratory.
Reporting to the Laboratory Director, the CPPO is one of four members of the Laboratory’s core executive team and leads a direct team of six professionals focused on laboratory planning, performance, records management, process improvement, learning & development, and change management. Additionally, the CPPO leads multi-disciplined teams from across the Laboratory charged with strategic planning and implementation, effective laboratory / space utilization that promotes safe research capabilities, financial audit response, and the development of future research needs and capabilities.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS813
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) List of Professional ReferencesIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date: June 21, 2024
Posting Close Date:July 7, 2024
Job Requisition Number:R14943
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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