Program Manager (AI) - NOAA

User Needs and Project Management

The Program Manager documents user needs for NWS science and research, particularly for AI/ML and social science data integration projects. They provide project management for cross-office and cross-discipline AI/ML projects, including drafting proposals and project plans; managing costs, schedule, and scope; supporting team execution; and identifying collaboration opportunities across NWS, NOAA, academia, and private partners.

Communications

The Program Manager coordinates presentations, documentation, and talking points to communicate program status to NOAA and NWS management. They draft public talking points and slides for presentations and media requests on AI/ML based on current policies and regulations, ongoing projects, and the future direction for NWS. They also provide general support to the OSTI Chief Scientist and manage responses to data calls and general taskers efficiently.

Policy and Strategic Planning

The Program Manager works with the OSTI Chief Scientist and diverse teams to develop an AI Strategic Plan and implementation plan and provide continuous updates. They review current and draft AI policy and legislation for impacts, write summaries, and provide recommendations on implementation.

Councils, Committees, and Working Group Support

The Program Manager performs the role of Secretariat for the NWS AI Working Group and the NOAA AI Executive Committee, working with the OSTI Chief Scientist to set agendas, manage tasks, take meeting notes, and develop internal and external communications. They support the OSTI Chief Scientist in reviewing and preparing materials and coordinating with stakeholders for the NOAA Science Advisory Board (SAB) and the NOAA Science Council.