The primary purpose of this position is to as Executive Director of the A10, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Modernization Directorate and Site Activation Task Force (SATAF) at AirForce Global Strike Command (AFGSC), this position provides critical leadership support to the Director (a General Officer or equivalent). Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-14, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies required for the successful management of both the Sentinel and Minuteman III weapon systems. This includes practical knowledge of programmatic aspects, Minuteman III demilitarization and deactivation, Sentinel deployment production control, site transition and buyback processes, and operational testing requirements.2. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of Department of Defense (DOD) and Air Force organizations to provide expert guidance and maintain a continuously viable, secure, and effective land-based nuclear deterrent. This position collaborates with mission partners to manage the retirement of Minuteman III and the deployment of Sentinel until Sentinel is fully operational. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-15 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies required for the successful management of both the Sentinel and Minuteman III weapon systems. This includes practical knowledge of programmatic aspects, Minuteman III demilitarization and deactivation, Sentinel deployment production control, site transition and buyback processes, and operational testing requirements. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of DOD and Air Force organizations to provide expert guidance and maintain a continuously viable, secure, and effective land-based nuclear deterrent. This position collaborates with mission partners to manage the retirement of Minuteman III and the deployment of Sentinel until Sentinel is fully operational. Skill in managing the work operations of multiple organizational segments to meet program requirements, goals, and objectives within available resource. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
As Executive Director, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Directorate. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with key stakeholders (Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Headquarters Air Force (HAF), United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC), United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC)) to ensure seamless collaboration. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals.