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Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to The Executive Director is the principal and only assistant to the Commander for overall civilian employee and acquisition issues. Responsibilities Based upon full cognizance of SSC's programs and activities, appraises progress being made in terms of the stated goals and objectives. Gives executive-level direction to subordinate organizations, and advises the Commander on the feasibility of actions proposed or directed to resolve pressing problems. Assures sound management practices and principles are used throughout SSC in executing the mission. Assures consistency in management and technical approaches from program to program, and facilitates cross-feed of information among subordinate operating elements. As the senior civilian in the Command, the Executive Director is the primary advisor to the Commander on all civilian matters. Oversees performance management execution, ensuring consistency, serves as management official related to personnel issues and maintains effective communications across the civilian workforce. The Executive Director conducts independent assessments of selected programs, mission areas, or functional areas across the Command. In particular, the Executive Director is the primary advisor for the Command's Launch Enterprise comprising two Space Launch Deltas, two federal space launch ranges, and the Assured Access to Space program. This Launch Enterprise Executive Advisor oversight role includes Command level strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and communication within the government and with industry, ensuring policy compliance particularly related to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) interests, cross functional collaboration, and when necessary, executive-level crisis management. Additionally, the position represents the Commander in high-level meetings throughout government, industry, and the academic community. Has executive-level interface and coordination with local, state, and Federal government establishments as well as with equivalent echelon representatives of foreign governments. The incumbent assists the Commander in the definition and improvement of organizational interfaces between SSC, the using commands and outside agencies which participate in Command programs or activities. Formulates plans for the Commander to implement new policies for the management of SSC activities. This position participates in making key decisions concerning the utilization of resources allocated for accomplishment of the mission. Reviews plans and submissions to ensure that the resources needed are available and are being used most effectively. The position solves highly complex and unusual managerial problems. Furthermore, the incumbent stimulates the development of new procedures, approaches, tools, and practices to enhance execution of the mission. Through subordinate supervisory personnel, assures the establishment of standards of professional and technical quality and ensures standards are maintained. Evaluates the background of prospective candidates for critical positions and recommends selection of key personnel for senior-level positions. The incumbent ensures that career development requirements of assigned personnel are established and that actions are being taken to satisfy those requirements. Organizes workshops, conferences, and action groups as deemed necessary to facilitate and enhance the competence of the management and technical community. As the SSC's Senior Civilian Executive, participates in and/or chairs senior-level meetings at the headquarters or elsewhere in the command. Such groups are formed to address command-wide policy or procedural issues impacting the accession, enhancement and retention of civilian leadership personnel. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. Certification Requirements: This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless specifically waived by the appropriate component official (i.e., the Director of Acquisition Career Management for the Component, the Service Acquisition Executive, or the Service Secretary), the following are statutorily mandated requirements (Reference 10 U.S.C. 1731 and 1737): 1. Ten (10) years acquisition experience in an AWF position, at least 4 years of which was performed while assigned to a CAP. 2. Selectee must execute, as a condition of employment, a written agreement to remain in federal service in this position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment. 3. Selectee must meet Advanced level certification requirements in Program Management or must be able to meet Advanced certification within 48 months of assignment. 4. Selectee must meet 80 hours of continuous learning requirements within the designated timeframe (80 hours of continuing learning (CL) every 2 years (with a goal of engaging in 40 hours annually)). B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): (NTE 2 pages - PDF format) A supplemental statement must be submitted separately addressing each TQ. TQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Applicants should focus on recent experience, education, and training, as some Recruitment Panel and Executive Resources Board members may consider experience that's over 10 years old to be outdated. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following: 1. Experience managing programs across Acquisition Categories (ACAT) I, II and III levels; experience leading large acquisition organizations of military, civilian and contractors. 2. Expert knowledge of the Intelligence Community (IC), familiarity with National Security Strategy, background knowledge of space/ground architecture and mission systems to include mission partner considerations/policies; delivery requirements; inter and intra-agency relationships/interfaces; and the technical baseline/foundation/requirement for mission activities/programs. In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the application package (Resume and Mandatory Technical Qualifications). Education Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. A master's or advanced degree in an appropriate technical/business field is highly desired. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Codified in Title 10 USC, the FY2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) established the United States Space Force (USSF) as an armed force within the Department of the Air Force. The mission of the USSF is to organize, train, and equip to provide for freedom operations in, from, and to the space domain for the United States; to provide independent military options for joint and national leadership; and to enable the lethality and effectiveness of the joint force. The USSF includes both combat and combat-support functions to enable prompt and sustained offensive and defensive space operations and joint operations in all domains. SALARY: $167,804.00 - $217,000.00 per annum (Air Force Tier 2). Additionally, SES members are eligible for bonuses. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons. MOBILITY: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES and DISES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES and DISES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Additional Information 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). Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD 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. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.