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DEPUTY DIRECTOR, MAINTENANCE & READINESS DIVISION

Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations

Pentagon, Arlington, VAFull-time$200–228K/yrPosted 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$200–228K/yr
Location
Pentagon, Arlington, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Deputy Director will provide OPNAV assessments, lead cross‑functional teams, develop Navy inputs for readiness reporting, assess ship, submarine and aircraft readiness, formulate organizational vision, manage PPBE processes, synchronize reserve force planning, and monitor congressional activities impacting reserve policies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipStrategic PlanningResource AllocationReadiness AssessmentBudget ManagementLegislative Awareness

Qualifications

Executive Core QualificationsTechnical QualificationsResource Allocation Management ExperienceLeadership of Large‑Scale OrganizationReadiness and Logistics Knowledge

Full job description

Summary

You will serve as the Deputy Director, Maintenance & Readiness Division for the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Sustainment under the Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV).

Duties

  • You will provide OPNAV assessments for afloat readiness program requirements.
  • You will lead a cross-functional team across multiple resource sponsors assessing all Personnel, Equipment, Supply, Training, Ordnance, Networks, and Installations (PESTONI) requirements as directed.
  • You will develop and present Navy inputs to short-fused Secretary of Defense readiness reporting requirements such as the President’s readiness report, the Secretary’s Readiness Reporting Framework, and the Defense Planning Guidance Readiness Review.
  • You will assess ship, submarine and aircraft readiness to perform assigned missions including peacetime cruising, forward world-wide presence and executing Operational Plan (OPLAN) war requirements.
  • You will formulate and articulate the organizational vision, goals, and priorities that guide, focus, and sustain the organization in a consistently volatile, strenuous, and highly demanding environment.
  • You will manage the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process and must have a thorough understanding of an operational and strategic reserve’s financial requirements.
  • You will synchronize the Navy and Navy Reserve Force’s development of plans to station, deploy, and redeploy Navy Reserve forces to meet requirements within the Global Force Management Allocation Plan (GFMAP).
  • You will maintain cognizance of current Congressional activities and identifies legislative issues that may have future impact on Reserve Component policies, plans, and strategy; keeping Navy senior leaders appraised of such developments.

Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may 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 these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1. Extensive experience in the principles and practices of resource allocation management and the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes. TQ 2. Ability to lead a large-scale organization comprised of both military and civilian and organize complex factual information and controversial issues for executive oral and written presentations. TQ 3. Significant understanding of readiness and logistics support requirements of large, capital-intensive military organizations. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a 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 - This core qualification involves the 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 - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the 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 - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. 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, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: Structured Resume Review and Structured Interview All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Other Information

This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES), a small elite group of top government leaders. SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations. As an executive, you will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the federal government and lead the next generation of public servants. Veteran's preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service. This position is not covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this 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. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. A career SES appointment made under this authority does not guarantee that you will be eligible to transfer to another career SES appointment outside of the DoD without the need for you to compete. OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information) The Department/Agency structures its SES positions into categories (i.e. 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/Agency. Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm

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