Energy Program Specialist

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The Energy Program Specialist serves as the senior locally engaged staff (LES) and LES Team Leader for the Department of Energy (DOE) - U.S Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (US-OECD) Office. S/he is also the USOECD Mission's chief LES energy policy/programs analyst and portfolio lead for assigned initiatives, including a wide range of secure, reliable and affordable energy issues of the International Energy Agency (IEA), OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA), OECD, and other OECD-related bodies (collectively hereinafter referred to as "OECD bodies") that advance U.S. interests. These OECD bodies work at breakneck speed to drive global energy-related dialogues, frequently involving Minister-level participation, on critical topics and publish high-profile reports that shape decisions of world energy leaders. In this context, s/he delivers strategic analysis and provides high-quality assessments, including multilateral negotiating options and tactics. Operating with a high degree of independence and initiative, s/he manages assigned initiatives, frequently of a highly complex nature, and maintains contacts with senior leadership of OECD bodies and their member governments. S/he draws on expert knowledge of organizational dynamics to help shape U.S. negotiations. S/he supports VIP visits. S/he analyzes past, present, and likely future member state positions and views, and is a subject matter expert possessing advanced knowledge on complex substantive, procedural, and historical matters for OECD bodies. The incumbent is essential to implementing the office's mission and is expected to establish, maintain, and develop own extensive working relationships with the OECD energy community, including senior levels. Strong team building and exceptional communication skills are critical while keeping the Energy Attaché/DOE-USOECD Office Director closely informed and consulted.

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust (Low Risk-Non Sensitive) security clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.

Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (12 weeks) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

EDUCATION: A master's degree in sciences, social sciences, business, international relations/ foreign affairs, or law is required.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.

You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.

You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in energy, environmental policy, technology, business, or law, including experience with international or foreign policy matters, written research and analysis, project organization, and building contact networks. This experience must be of relevance to international or multilateral affairs and diplomacy, or energy/science/technology/economic/foreign policy is required.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Languages: THESE WILL BE TESTED

English - Fluent; speaking/reading/writing, may include the ability to translate.

French -Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing.

Please address this language requirement in your ERA application.

Job Knowledge: (This may be tested)

Demonstrated knowledge to analyze complex U.S. and global energy and/or technology-related developments.

Experienced knowledge to participate in and ability to support the diplomatic environment and strategic discussions.

Significant knowledge to analyze energy and technology developments and issues within OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) bodies.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Skills And Abilities: (This may be tested)

Significant abilities to propose, plan, and conduct complex analysis independently, producing accurate reports.

Superior skill in succinct and clear briefings to keep Energy Attaché/DOE-USOECD Office Director and other leaders informed.

Strong attention to detail, particularly with statistical data. Capable of adapting work to shifting work needs.

Excellent writing skills, with the ability to synthesize speeches and government reports efficiently.

Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication abilities.

Skilled in identifying priorities, resolving problems independently, and strategizing to advance U.S. interests and negotiations in a multilateral context.

Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and discuss energy policy priorities with key stakeholders to gain analytical insights.

Outstanding team player who can express viewpoints and operate independently, while following supervisor guidance. (We may follow through with references to determine how you work in teams).

Must show nimbleness, speed, and flexibility in adapting to frequently shifting work priorities and ability to work under pressure.

Ability to work well in teams and meet deadlines. Proficient in organizing and conducting complex research projects.

Strong organizational skills, including event planning and project management. Creative and computer-savvy, with ability to quickly access and navigate open data sources for energy analysis.

Quick learner with strong analytical skills, able to grasp new information and plan.

Intuitive to the needs and preferences of supervisor.

Receptivity to feedback is essential to ensure his or her own work is well aligned with DOE-USOECD and leadership priorities to deliver desired outcomes.

Great reliance is placed on the accuracy of data, analysis, and recommendations developed independently by Specialist.

S/he possesses superior briefing capabilities and demonstrates excellent listening skills.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

SALARY: the annual gross salary includes: the profit-sharing allowance, the vacation allowance, the bonus allowance and the "Comité d'Entreprise" allowance.

MEAL TICKETS: Meal tickets have a face value of EUR 8.25/day. 60% of the daily amount is paid by the U.S. Government. An employee contribution of EUR 3.30 per ticket will be deducted in payroll. The number of meal tickets is limited to 202 workdays per year.

TRANSPORTATION: Employees are eligible for a reimbursement of 50% of the cost of public transportation passes purchased for commuting purposes.

HOLIDAYS: The U.S. Missions in France observe eleven U.S. holidays per year and up to ten French holidays.

WE ALSO OFFER:

• A rewarding work environment at the heart of bilateral relations

• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful and diverse projects

• An inter-agency awards program to recognize outstanding contributions

• Real opportunities at the crossroads of commitment and skills provided employees have the required qualifications, relevant experience, and the motivation to grow

• Special leave: 5 days per year dedicated to caring for a sick family member (with supporting documentation)

• Workplace wellness program

• Employee onboarding program

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:

A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

• Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

• AEFM / USEFM

• Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **

• IMPORTANT: US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 ("Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty") preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans' Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification. A "certification" is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS

The following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:

Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.

• Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.

The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:

• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.

• Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.