Director

Summary

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters (HQ) at the Pentagon is searching for a Chief of Civilian Policy and Management (NH-0201-04, GS-14/15 equivalent).

Description:

Serves as the HQSF/S1C Director and principal advisor to the Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Personnel on all departmental plans, policies, acquisition, management, and readiness strategies affecting the Total Force civilian enterprise. Formulates, directs, and executes comprehensive long-range strategic policies and procedures spanning all functional areas of civilian human capital management, ensuring the United States Space Force is equipped with the agile personnel tools and processes required to meet critical mission objectives. Exercises authoritative leadership to adapt and integrate guidance from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Department of War (DoW), and higher headquarters, developing operational implementation procedures and issuing binding policy guidance across Field Commands (FLDCOMs) and Field Operating Agencies (FOAs) to sustain civilian force readiness, optimize talent acquisition, and modernize organizational personnel infrastructure.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional, forward-thinking executive leader with a comprehensive background in strategic human capital management and civilian personnel policy, specifically within the Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of War (DoW), or broader federal defense sectors. Demonstrating a proven track record of guiding senior leadership at highest levels through complex organizational transformations, the incumbent excels at formulating long-range strategic plans and delivering collaborative, enterprise-wide civilian personnel solutions. They possess the executive acumen and regulatory expertise required to translate overarching defense policies into operational personnel processes, ensuring workforce agility, mission readiness, and sustainable talent management across the total force.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth understanding of DoW Civilian Policy, including the ability to align organizational goals with strategic initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of organizational structure, functions, and interrelationships within a command environment.
• Familiarity with DoW protocols, customs, and courtesies, as well as knowledge of military chain of command and operations.
• Knowledge of legislative processes and the ability to coordinate with legislative bodies and respond to congressional inquiries.
• Understanding of project management principles, including planning, execution, and monitoring of projects.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare speeches, presentations, and official documents.
• Strong coordination skills to facilitate meetings, events, and strategic engagements.
• Analytical skills to assess and interpret data, develop plans, and ensure accurate information flow.
• Leadership skills to oversee and guide team activities, manage projects, and provide direction to staff.
• Effective problem-solving skills to address issues, find solutions, and implement changes as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, handle unexpected challenges, and remain flexible in achieving objectives.
• Keen attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness in all tasks and communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships, work collaboratively with diverse groups, and facilitate team efforts.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments
• This PRD has been classified based on projected duties or new mission requirements. The duties within this PRD may be reviewed for accuracy after 12 months.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 25 days per year.
• PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/.
• Incentive is authorized.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first

Qualifications

The 0201 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here.Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Additional information

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.

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.

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.

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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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:

• Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
• Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
• Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
• Job title
• Detailed duties and accomplishments
• Employer's name and address
• Supervisor's name and phone number
• Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
• Hours per week
• Salary, if applicable
• Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management

Email

HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil

Address

USSF - Office of Chief of Space Operations

1670 Space Force Pentagon

Washington, DC 20330

US

Next steps

For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn .

Overview

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Pentagon, Arlington, VA

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Remote job

No

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Salary

$143,913 - $197,200 per year

Pay scale & grade

NH 4

Promotion potential

None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0201 Human Resources Management

Supervisory status

Yes

Federal service type

This job is in the Competitive Service

Represented by a union

No

Drug test

No

Security clearance

Secret

Position sensitivity and risk

Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required

No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

SF-F26-4F-NH0201-04-SPLASH3

Control number

891727500