Job Description

Are you a creative thinker who is passionate about business analysis, financial management and operational support?

Are you enthusiastic about mentoring and developing teams?

Do you want to lead the development of new tools to enhance the way we do business?

If so, we’re looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a supervisor to provide leadership, vision, and strategic guidance to the Business Analysis and
Operations Support Group (JBO) within the National Security Analysis Department (NSAD). You will establish a
Group culture which promotes intellectual curiosity, creativity, innovation, and technical excellence to deliver
high-impact financial analysis, exceptional operational and programmatic support, and quality technical
publications meeting current and future sponsor needs.

We are a highly motivated, hard-working Group who loves tackling challenging problems. We believe in strong and collaborative relationships, and we strive to foster a work environment of trust, confidence, teamwork, and accountability.

The Group Supervisor will plan for and oversee the delivery of a suite of key financial and business services to the department. The scope of Group services includes: program financial management, overhead and capital financial management, forecasting and reporting, risk and rate management, project proposal generation, cost estimating and Operations Coordinator (OC) services which includes project support of: deliverables, security, quality assurance and export control. Additionally, provide centralized support for department security management, procurements and wireless devices.

As the Business Analysis and Operations Support Group Supervisor you will...

• Provide leadership, motivation, supervision, direction, coaching, career development, and performance
  assessments for Group staff. Actively develop staff through challenging assignments and increased opportunities, while fostering an environment that enhances innovation within the Group. Align capabilities of the Group to meet current and evolving department strategy.
• Work closely with the National Security Analysis Mission Area’s program managers and the department’s line supervisors to understand their needs and provide the appropriate mix of business services and operational support. Engage in continual review of current department business, financial and OC services and processes and seek improvements to make execution of the Department’s work more efficient and effective. Identify new approaches and initiatives to address gaps in support or newly defined areas in need of business support.
• Provide financial and business leadership through monitoring and reporting of staffing, financial and budget performance data to NSAD and APL leadership. Monitor and report on key metrics and prospectively identify areas of business and financial concern. Work with the NSAD leadership team to reflect realistic project and staffing plans in support of on-going operations and the Lab’s Director’s Office Review and long range plans. Conduct studies and analysis on operational issues to provide the basis for informed decision making.
• Represent the department and the mission area as a member of the Laboratory's business community in the establishment of new and/or revised business policies, processes, and applications to ensure that program support is delivered in a competent and efficient manner. Provide awareness of department or enterprise-wide concerns surrounding business processes and/or systems and recommendations for options to address. Support the Operations Executive and the NSAD Leadership Team in the communication and implementation of business and financial processes and procedures.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a business or financial discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Have extensive, relevant experience in a business or financial environment supporting government contracts.
• Have formal supervisory experience in a business/financial or related field with demonstrated leadership
  and decision-making abilities.
• Have the demonstrated ability to partner with all levels of management, bringing innovative approaches
  to high impact areas.
• Have a demonstrated ability to think strategically and lead change, all the time working in a responsible manner to ensure that change is delivered in a sustainable way.
• Have proactive vision, superb written and oral communications.
• Thrive in developing and leading teams.
• Hold a final Secret clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject
  to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified
  information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

• Have demonstrated success in leading and managing at the Group/Section level at APL.
• Have experience using Power BI and Denodo
• Have experience with APL business systems
• Have a Master's degree in a business/financial related field.
• Currently hold a Top Secret clearance.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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