Associate Director Strategic Engagement

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties As Associate Director Strategic Engagement at the AD-0301-9 some of your typical work assignments may include: Establishes policy, procedures, and standards for the strategic engagement division. Subject matter expert (SME) in senior leader and executive engagement and outreach. Oversees the DoD level synchronization of TSC activities and all other senior leader outreach and engagement activities including direct experience working in and with the Arctic security community. Responds directly to executive level inquiries and provides information, feedback and follow up as required on issues of importance to TSC. Supervises exercise, simulations and field programs to support professional development and growth of SASS faculty to develop and advance the Center's exercises and simulations. Directs program support, participants programs and events planning sections to advance the Center's field programs and collaborative programs. Works closely with division leads for outreach and engagement to promote TSC courses, research, publications, and Arctic security educational and briefing offerings. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Work Schedule: Full Time Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment and Relocation Incentives: MAY be authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. This is a drug tested position. Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing. This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status. Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI clearance. Qualifications This is a full-time term appointment in the excepted service not to exceed (NTE) three (3) years. Term appointments may be extended thereafter in one, two, or three year increments, indefinitely. As a term employee you will be eligible for medical and dental benefits, life insurance, and retirement. You will also be eligible to earn annual leave and sick leave. You may qualify at the AD-09, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the AD-07 grade level in the Federal service: Lead coordination of activities and foster productive relationships through rapport building; expert level knowledge of whole of government, foreign, domestic and strategic Arctic policies, programs, and protocols to facilitate and enhance outreach and educational efforts to build a more knowledgeable and informed public and DoD community. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Foreign Education Additional information Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. PCS, relocation, or recruitment incentives MAY be authorized. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Initial appointments may not exceed 3 years, but may be extended thereafter in one, two, or three year increments, indefinitely. Incumbent must attain DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Certification and complete related continuous learning requirements in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2017, Title 10 United States Code, Section 384 and Security Cooperation Certification Program 2.0 requirements. Requirements for Proficiency Level 3 - At least 1 year of successful SC work experience with a performance appraisal rating of 3 or better. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Expert level certification requirements within two years of entering the SC position. In addition, 80 hours of continuing education (CUE) every two years. Agency Address: Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies 8414 McGuire Ave Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK 99506 Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.