What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department Head - Scientific Research and Technical Services position at A.I.S., Inc.?
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a national scientific services firm supporting maritime activities requiring certification of compliance with environmental regulations as well as collecting data for use by Federal, State, Municipal, and other government agencies along the US coastline. AIS is looking for a Department Head to manage and grow our scientific research and technical services portfolio of projects.
Primary Function :
The Department Head leads and manages departmental staff, ensuring alignment with the corporate strategic plan. This role includes developing and executing growth strategies, enforcing operational policies, setting SMART goals, and tracking KPIs to maintain operations. Key responsibilities involve achieving both financial and mission-critical targets, fostering sustainable growth, and minimizing operational and company risks. The Department Head also provides leadership and mentorship to department level staff to cultivate a culture of accountability and excellence. Additionally, the Department Head is responsible for establishing short- and long-term department plans, managing budgets, setting pricing for service offerings, quality control, and championing business development efforts for the department. They handle risk management and work cross-functionally to drive efficiency across the department.
Duties / Responsibilities :
Department Leadership and Communication
- Lead, motivate, and manage departmental staff, including Program, Project, and Task Order Managers.
- Develop and implement department plans in alignment with corporate goals.
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess departmental and personnel performance.
- Ensure high-quality output and service standards through quality control measures.
- Communicate regularly with customers, attend networking events, and conduct outreach.
- Design and implement process improvements to address deficiencies and enhance efficiency.
- Facilitate team communication about performance, corporate policies, and project developments.
- Address conflicts and issues within the department to maintain a positive work environment.
Financial Management
Capture and Business Development
Proposal Writing and Support
Contract and Project Management
Strategic Growth and Process Innovation
Shaping Company Direction and Client Interface
Compensation : Candidates will be paid a salary to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates' depth of experience. This is a full-time position. AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.
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If you would like to apply for this exciting new opening, please click the following link http : / / aisobservers.com / careers / to submit the required information :
All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered. If you have any questions pertaining to this opening, please feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisitionteam@aisobservers.com or 508-990-9055.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of A.I.S. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our employees and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Must be able to work in the U.S.
