What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientific Advisor 5 (Remote) position at National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions)?
ID:ARS-ONP-025Location:WashingtonProgram:ARS
Wage/Hr:$52.00Hours/Week:20Minimum Age:55
For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55 ) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States.
NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55 ) with the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS). These experienced professionals provide administrative, scientific, and technical support to the Agricultural Research Service through the Experienced Worker Program (EWP).
Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an ?at-will? relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.
PLEASE NOTE: An ?Enrollee? is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW Solutions. An ?Enrollee? is a participant in a grant program established through a Cooperative Agreement funded by the agency and administered by NEW Solutions. The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.
This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United States.
BA/BS Degree in No specific area of study required.
The enrollee provides part-time support to the Office of National Programs by performing a range of analytical, administrative, and programmatic functions. These include collecting, organizing, and maintaining program data using internal ARS systems; preparing data summaries, dashboards, and reports; and supporting data quality assurance and documentation. The enrollee assists in tracking performance metrics, maintaining program records, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. Additionally, the enrollee supports National Program Leaders through logistical coordination, development and maintenance of program materials, and general administrative assistance to ONP staff.The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.
Wage/Hr:$52.00Hours/Week:20Minimum Age:55
For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55 ) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States.
NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55 ) with the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS). These experienced professionals provide administrative, scientific, and technical support to the Agricultural Research Service through the Experienced Worker Program (EWP).
Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an ?at-will? relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.
PLEASE NOTE: An ?Enrollee? is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW Solutions. An ?Enrollee? is a participant in a grant program established through a Cooperative Agreement funded by the agency and administered by NEW Solutions. The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.
This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United States.
- This position will be open until filled. NOTE: This position has the option to work remotely.
BA/BS Degree in No specific area of study required.
- Familiarity with USDA ARS and accompanying data management programs, processes, and community of support for sourcing data to be used in the role.
- Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access
The enrollee provides part-time support to the Office of National Programs by performing a range of analytical, administrative, and programmatic functions. These include collecting, organizing, and maintaining program data using internal ARS systems; preparing data summaries, dashboards, and reports; and supporting data quality assurance and documentation. The enrollee assists in tracking performance metrics, maintaining program records, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. Additionally, the enrollee supports National Program Leaders through logistical coordination, development and maintenance of program materials, and general administrative assistance to ONP staff.The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.
- The enrollee will collect, organize, and maintain programmatic data using internal ARS systems, assist in preparing data summaries, dashboards, and reports for internal and external stakeholders, and support data quality assurance and documentation efforts. The enrollee will assist in tracking performance metrics, help maintain program documentation, and support compliance with reporting requirements. The enrollee will provide logistical and administrative support to NPLs, support the development and maintenance of program materials, and assist ONP staff as needed. 100%
- Physical requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Salary : $52
