McMurdo Winter Site Manager - Alternate

This position is an alternate role. It will only be employed during the Austral Winter season should the need for an alternate arise.

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Leidos has an opening for an Alternate McMurdo Winter Site Manager. The position will deploy to McMurdo Station, Antarctica for 7-8 months and serve as the senior site lead during the austral winter, if the primary is unable to deploy.

Deployment to Antarctica is necessary for this position, from approximately February through October (7-8 months). The candidate in the position must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica.

Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.

Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to start date. This process could take up to 4 months.

The anticipated salary range for this role will be $110,000 to $120,000 annually, along with a percentage increase during deployment.

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About the Antarctic Support Contract:

Leidos Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) is the prime contractor to the National Science Foundation (NSF) in support of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). Leidos supports the NSF’s Office of Polar Program’s Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by aligning with their Mission and Vision Statements:

• Vision:  Expanding our scientific reach in Antarctica through increased operational and logistical effectiveness.

• Mission:  To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class science in Antarctica and maintain its active and influential presence on the continent.

Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical events across three geographically remote research stations; McMurdo Station, Palmer Station, and South Pole Station and several deep field sites across Antarctica. Each station or field site supports world class research across multiple science disciplines.  The planning and implementation of science support requirements in Antarctica is a critical part of our mission.

To learn more about the Leidos Antarctic Support contract, click here.

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The Challenge:

• Reports to the McMurdo Area Manager; may serve as Acting Area Manager as needed.

• Deploys to McMurdo Station, Antarctica for the Austral Winter season, approximately Feb. 15 to Oct. 10.

• Ensures the Annual Program Plan and other station activities are completed as planned, and that concerns and obstacles are communicated as needed.

• Is available 24/7 while deployed to respond to station emergencies, personnel issues or other incidents.

• ASC Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Emergency Manager for McMurdo, advising the EOC Director and ASC Emergency Manager during McMurdo emergencies; manages EOC assigned personnel and ensures training requirements are met

• Ensures reporting responsibilities are met, including support of National Science Foundation (NSF) representatives, Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) management and subcontractor program managers.

• Works directly with Environmental Health and Safety department and Safety Manager to continuously improve safety culture, decrease frequency of injuries and property damage, and ensure a safe working environment for everyone.

• Ensures compliance with the Antarctic Treaty, the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty, the Antarctic Conservation Act, and other governing legislation

• Identifies and manages risk and opportunities for McMurdo.

• Monitors project progress and resolves resource conflicts.

• Serves as lead ASC representative while