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Accept a critical mission to
inform decisions that will shape and
secure our Nations future
The
Homeland Security Institute (HSI) is a Federally Funded Research and
Deputy
Director
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track
record in operations analysis management. He or she should be skilled in
bringing together teams of operators, subject matter experts, and analysts to
define problems, craft analytical approaches, and articulate insights that help
senior homeland security decision-makers solve problems. An advanced degree in a relevant discipline is required
Homeland Security Institute
An Operating Unit of Analytic Services Inc.
To
respond, email your resume to: larry.williams@hsi.dhs.gov,
or FAX to (703) 416-3064
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more on our website at www.homelandsecurity.org
An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer
Deputy Director, Operations
Job Description: Organization: Position reports to the Director of a
federally funded research and development center (FFRDC)
headquartered in the
Major Responsibilities: The successful candidate will
provide intellectual and organizational leadership and direction for HSO, to include: identifying the types of studies and
analyses that HSO should seek to perform over a
planning horizon of two or more years; evaluating the capabilities of the
organization vis-à-vis these goals; identifying required skills and likely
sources; spotting potential roadblocks and landmines; and developing action
plans to achieve HSO and Institutional goals. The
candidate will interact with decision-makers at all levels of DHS and other
organizations to understand their needs, ensure HSO
and Institutional goals are aligned with those needs, and articulate the
Institute’s capabilities.
Required Skills: The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of
operations analysis management. He or she should be skilled in bringing together
teams of operators, subject matter experts, and analysts to define problems,
craft analysis approaches, and articulate insights that help senior homeland
security decision-makers solve problems. The ideal candidate must bring an appreciation for the
operational environment at the federal, state, local, and tribal government
level, and an understanding of the current and potential role of the private
sector in enhancing homeland security. He or she should possess subject matter
expertise in at least one of the following areas: critical infrastructure
protection, emergency preparedness and response, transportation security,
border security, maritime security, personnel screening, or law enforcement.
Ideally, this expertise will span a wide range of organizations (private
sector, U.S. Government, and/or international). Expertise in operations
research is strongly desired.
Basic Competencies: The successful candidate will be able
to plan and manage organizational change in the face of uncertainty; motivate
and mentor both individuals and teams; embody HSI
values; and instill the corporate culture and values within HSO.
Candidates must exhibit superb verbal and written communications skills,
including the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
Required Experience: The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience
in leading operations analyses, working in a team environment, and managing
change. Incumbents who have earned a PhD will have at least 15 years of
relevant experience; incumbents who have earned a Master’s degree will have at
least 20 years of relevant experience. At least 10 years of that experience
must have been in leadership and/or management positions in the government
professional services industry.
Job Location:
Educational Attainment: An advanced degree in a discipline related to
the “Requisite Skills,” is required; doctorate is preferred.
Clearance: Current
Secret or Top Secret clearance is strongly preferred.