The Program Operations Manager (POM) assists in management, coordination, communication and policy activities that fall within the purview of the Rubin Program Operations Team. The POM utilizes independent judgment and exhibits a high degree of initiative, diligence, and decision-making within the scope of responsibility or as delegated. The POM is aware of the importance of compliance and utilizes practical knowledge of AURA, NOIRLab, SLAC and Rubin practices, policies and procedures.
Under the guidance of the Head of Program Operations (HPO) the POM will lead, develop, review and maintain processes and procedures for specific activities such as agency reviews, staff onboarding, and Rubin workshops. The POM will oversee and work in coordination with CAS on Rubin needs in procurement and accounting. The POM will assist the program management team in carrying out business and personnel activities.
This position is eligible for remote work from any AURA approved state and Chile.
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Other Functions:
Required Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:
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Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This work is mostly carried out at a desk with a computer and peripherals. Long periods of sitting or standing at a desk looking at a screen will be required.
Some travel may be necessary in or outside the contiguous United States.
Physical Demands: Long Version
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Range: $101,141 - $114,591. The final salary will depend on skills, qualifications, experience and job location.
Our preference is for this position to be based in Tucson, Arizona; however, any Vera C. Rubin Observatory locations (i.e. La Serena, Chile) and remote work locations in the US states that AURA operates in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, New Mexico, Virginia, Washington, and Washington, D.C. will be considered.
AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at https://hr.aura-astronomy.org/employee-benefits-guide/
Preference will be given to qualified internal candidates and qualified Native Americans living on or near the Tohono O'odham reservation.
The position will remain open until it is filled. To be considered in the first round of reviews, please submit your application by March 26th, 2024.
Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at employment@aura-astronomy.org
The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of 47 US institutions and 3 international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories for the National Science Foundation and NASA. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. In addition, AURA is deeply committed to public and educational outreach, and to diversity throughout the astronomical and scientific workforce. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.
As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor and is subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and/or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. The statements below as well as the requests for self-identification are required pursuant to these regulations. We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements which are included for protection and to assist us in our recordkeeping and reporting. Your responses are kept strictly confidential.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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