The U.S. Geological Survey Climate Adaptation Science Centers (USGS CASCs) are seeking five Regional Administrators (formerly known as Federal Directors) to oversee the Southwest, South Central, North Central, Midwest and Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Centers.

About the positions: Each Regional Administrator reports to the U.S. Geological Survey’s National Climate Adaptation Science Center and is responsible for the management and coordination of one of the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) Regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers. The incumbent has responsibilities that include developing and leading an interdisciplinary research program that will increase scientific understanding of the impacts of climate change on fish, wildlife, habitats and cultural resources. Responsibilities also include establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships among diverse agencies and organizations and supervising regional science center research staff. The incumbent is an active representative of all DOI and USGS climate science and communicates Regional CASC science capabilities to the broader USGS, DOI and to other governmental and research communities.  

The DOI places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspectives and encourages applications from all interested eligible candidates. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental principles that guide the Department and allow us to successfully achieve our mission. The USGS is an equal opportunity employer. Relocation assistance is available to selected candidates if they have to relocate to a different geographic area for the position. A telework agreement can be discussed with your supervisor.

How to apply: Individuals will need to apply at USAJOBS to receive consideration. This announcement will close on 3/6/2023 or once 150 applications have been received.

Questions? Reach out to Emily Fort (National CASC Acting Deputy Director, efort@usgs.gov); Stephen Gray (Alaska CASC Regional Administrator, sgray@usgs.gov); or Douglas Beard (National CASC Chief, dbeard@usgs.gov).

Stay up to date with the most recent information on CASC leadership job announcements, including for the upcoming Assistant Regional Administrator openings, on the CASC website or through the USGS Climate social media accounts (@usgs_climate on Twitter, Instagram).