Director Resource and Integration Directorate

Summary The primary purpose of this position is responsible for translating defense strategy into capability and resource needs, which enables the Commander, United States Space Command to provide global capabilities in support of national, strategic, and tactical requirements. Position will relocate to Huntsville, AL at a future date. Duties The Director is responsible for providing management, technical and analytical expertise and the advancement of USSPACECOM's implementation of national security policy and guidance, military strategy, guidance, and joint doctrine; development of a future concepts formulation for strategic deterrence, space operations, joint electronic warfare, missile defense, ISR, and analysis and targeting as outlined in the Unified Command Plan (UCP); formulation of capabilities needs for strategic and advanced space weapons; development, coordination and articulation of USSPACECOM requirements and options for current and future offensive and defensive strategic military forces. The Director is also responsible for the development of USSPACECOM's Planning, Programming and Budgeting System (PPBS) process and oversees the Command's development of annual budget estimates and Program Objective Memoranda (POM) and manages execution of the budget. Serves as lead agent for internal and external inputs to PPBS and executive manager and advisor to the USSPACECOM staff on all financial management and budget execution matters. Serves and the primary advisor to the Commander on future concepts, assessments and resources related to strategic deterrence, space operations, joint electronic warfare, missile defense, ISR, and analysis and targeting. Uses scientific and technological analyses to make recommendations for enhancing and developing decision tools and evaluating the effectiveness of war plans and operational execution Directs studies, analyses, net assessments and evaluations of military forces, plans and programs. Conducts war games, simulations and seminars to evaluate and improve military plans and strategies. Evaluates alternative force structure, variations in threat scenarios and impacts of strategic defense and space technologies. Assesses weapon systems capability and cost versus stated requirements. Responsible for tracking and analysis of a wide variety of strategic deterrence, space operations, cyberspace operations, joint electronic warfare, global strike, missile defense, ISR, and analysis and targeting programs throughout DoW's PPBS. Coordinates on USSPACECOM reclamas related to Service and DoW programmatic decisions. Identifies critical deficiencies and provides recommendations on major budget issues raised to the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF). s prepare and approve formal reclamas to OSW budget and program decisions, congressional authorizations, and appropriations. Reviews, evaluates and interprets other agencies' studies of USSPACECOM operations and capabilities and adapts results to solution of USSPACECOM mission requirements. Assists agency personnel in selecting subjects for investigation that will yield valuable information for the Command. Assists in establishing assumptions and utilizing data that accurately reflect actual operational conditions. Represents the Command on committees, boards and panels, and at meetings and conferences with other services agencies, branches of DoW, government agencies, industries, universities, research laboratories, etc. Within Command policies, makes recommendations and takes action on matters discusses at these gatherings. Supervises, directs, trains and coordinates the activities of the assigned personnel including senior executives, Chief Scientist, GS-15s and O-6s. On special projects, is responsible for activities of additional analysts, officers, contractor representatives, etc. Advises subordinates on approaches to difficult problems, unusual conditions, analysis methods, techniques and tools applicable to the solution of problems. Reviews the results achieved gives constructive advice, assists in deriving sound conclusions and recommendations, and formulates the basic report outline, as required. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov Disclosure of Political Appointments Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 Position has been designated Critical-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment. Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoW Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings. Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning. An initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period. Attendance to the Air Force's Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) is generally required within 12 months of appointment, subject to course availability. Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code. Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Qualifications Under the new process, at the initial application stage for Senior Executive Service (SES) positions, applicants are no longer required to submit lengthy narrative essays, including those for Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). Instead, the initial application will be resume-only, capped at two pages, streamlining the process to align with private industry practices. However, candidates who are identified for potential selection will later undergo a structured interview assessment with OPM's Qualifications Review Board (QRB). This interview, based on the new Executive Core Qualifications, will replace the previous narrative essay requirement at this subsequent stage of the hiring process. Qualification Requirements: Your 2-page resume must demonstrate the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments to the qualifications. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. At this time, only a resume (capped at 2 pages) is required. A panel may assess whether you possess the required ECQs and MTQs through resume review, assessments, and/or interview. A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Education Requirement: A bachelor's degree in business, finance, human resources, science, and engineering or related area from an accredited institution is required. A master's or advanced degree is highly desired. DAU certifications in Financial Management, Science and Technology (S&T) Management, Acquisition Management, and Logistics Management are highly desired qualifications. B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following: 1.Demonstrated knowledge and personal experience leading, directing, and managing corporate-level offensive/defensive space capabilities, functions, activities, programs in the federal government or private industry. 2.Demonstrated expertise and experience in leading the development and implementation of major commercial space initiatives, international space, and programs to include…. OR Extensive knowledge of offensive/defensive space capabilities, including a critical perspective in developing solutions in the areas of resourcing space operations, information operations, integrated missile defense and C4ISR with global defense-wide application.. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the resume. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certificate of Completion of SESCDP) of your eligibility for appointment to the SES. Education A bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related area from an accredited institution is highly desired. A master's or advanced degree is highly desired. Additional information Tiering: The Department of the Air Force structures its SES positions into tiers to determine the pay range for each position. The categories are based on the position scope, breadth, functions, and placement within the structure of organizational levels across the Department. Salary: $167,036.00 - $219,000.00 per annum. (DAF Tier 2) SES members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary. SES members are eligible for Performance-Based Salary increases and/or bonuses. Area of Consideration: The Public Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Relocation Authorized: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be offered. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. 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. 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