Deputy Director Civilian Force Management Jobs

The incumbent serves as the alter ego to the Director of Civilian Force Management, Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services (AF/A1) providing executive leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for the development and delivery of human resources (HR) policies and programs affecting over 170,000 Department of the Air Force (DAF) civilians worldwide.

As the Deputy Director, you will:

• Direct the development, implementation, and integration of all civilian HR policies, programs, and processes to ensure the force is competent, diverse, flexible, and mission-ready.
• Exercise executive oversight of the full talent management lifecycle, including strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition, position management, compensation, performance management, employee and labor relations, and workforce development.
• Provide expert policy, technical advice, and authoritative guidance to senior DAF leaders and HR service delivery teams on the most complex and sensitive civilian personnel matters.
• Champion and promote innovative policies and programs that foster meritocracy and accessibility. You will ensure all HR programs and practices adhere to merit system principles and applicable laws and regulations.
• Lead the development and use of analytical models and assessment methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of HR programs, driving continuous improvement and accountability across the enterprise.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships and coalitions with senior leaders across the Air Force, Department of Defense, other Federal agencies, and external organizations to achieve common goals and advance DAF human capital initiatives.
• Provide leadership and direction to a team of senior civilian employees, ensuring the development of skills, expertise, and training needed to meet future challenges.

Requirements Conditions of employment

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• 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 an 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Within the Department of War (DoW), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• This position is designated as an Emergency Essential and shall adhere to the requirements of 10 USC Section 1580 and also designated Key Position and most sign form DD Form 2365.
• Attendance to the Air Force's Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) is generally required within 12 months of appointment, subject to course availability.

Qualifications Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has education, training, 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. In accordance with new OPM requirements to streamline Senior Executive Service (SES) hiring, applicants are no longer required to submit lengthy narrative essays, including those for Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or Mandatory Technical Qualifications (TQs), when applying. Instead, the initial application will be resume-only, capped at two pages. This change streamlines the application process and more closely aligns with private industry practices. Applicants identified for potential selection will have their ECQs assessed by undergoing a structured interview with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB). To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the education, Technical Qualifications (TQ), and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) related to this position within your resume (not to exceed 2 pages). Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs) : Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ1. Experience directing the formulation and execution of long-range, strategic plans and policy for the management of civilian personnel in a military Department, Defense Agency, or similar sized organization. Experience should encompass two or more of the following areas: civilian personnel policy, human capital strategic workforce planning, civilian force management, financial management, talent management/force development TQ2. Demonstrated experience driving enterprise results and influencing executive leadership complex decision-making processes at the scale and scope of the Department of the Air Force and with impact at the national level. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs) : All new appointees to the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the five mandatory ECQs: ECQ 1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding:Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2. Driving Efficiency:Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3. Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4. Leading People:Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5. Achieving Results:Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Please note : If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program, or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50 or Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. A master's in human resource management, public administration, management, significant course work in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) or other advanced degree is highly desired. Additional information In addition, DoW 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 DoW or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives must demonstrate an 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. This information should be embedded within the resume. Emergency-Essential Position: IAW Section 1580 of Title 10 U.S.C., this position is designated emergency-essential (E-E). E-E positions are also designated Key Positions. Employee must sign DoW Civilian Employee Overseas Emergency-Essential Position Agreement, DD Form 2365, as a condition of employment. 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: $151,662.00 - $209,600.00 per annum. (Air Force Tier 1 - Tier 2) SES members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary. SES