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PROGRAM AND EXECUTIVE SERVICES SPECIALIST

HQ USAF and Support Elements

Pentagon, Arlington, VAFull-time / Temporary$144–187K/yrPosted 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$144–187K/yr
Location
Pentagon, Arlington, VA
Schedule
Full-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The specialist supports the Department of the Air Force by developing and implementing correspondence management policies and procedures for senior leaders and headquarters staffs. The role leads and monitors workflow compliance as the Executive Secretariat for the DAF and U.S. Space Force, represents the Information Workflow Management Branch across headquarters and partner organizations, and performs assigned tasks and special projects.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Information Workflow ManagementOrganizational ManagementStrategyCommunicationsProgram ManagementData AssessmentManagement Process ImprovementProgram EvaluationReport PreparationStaff GuidanceOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationNegotiationAnalytical TechniquesProject ManagementRelationship BuildingFact AnalysisBriefing Preparation

Qualifications

One Year Specialized ExperienceOne Year at GS-13

Full job description

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to directly support and assist the Department of the Air Force (DAF) through the development and implementation of all correspondence management policies and procedures for all DAF senior leaders, Headquarters DAF Staff, Secretariat, Headquarters United States Air Force Staff and Headquarters the United States Space Force Staff.

Duties

Performs the activities of the Information Workflow Management Branch (SAF/AAE) across the Department of the Air Force. Leads and monitors workflow compliance as the Executive Secretariat for DAF and United States Space Force (USSF). Represents SAF/AAE with the entire DAF Headquarters population, major commands/field commands Directors of Staff, Field Operating. Agencies, Direct Reporting Units, and with Office of the Secretary of Defense and Joint Staff executive staffs. Performs other assigned tasks and special projects. Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the Specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of specialized areas within the DAF, Department of Defense command and organizational structure, and related organizational management, strategy, and communications. Knowledge and skills sufficient to generate and apply new hypotheses and concepts in planning, conducting and evaluating long-range projects or proposals for the Secretary of the Air Force. Comprehensive knowledge of the operations, rules, procedures, and organization of both the DAF and the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the demonstrated ability to work directly with senior members of all military branches in examining and developing policy options. Knowledge of program management strategies and concepts related to Department of Air Force military structure and missions FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods and experience with applications for the assessment of large data and improvement of complex management processes and systems. Ability to evaluate and assess program effectiveness at all echelons of command, prepare reports on accomplishment of program objectives, support a detailed integration effort and develop recommendations while representing a wide variety of viewpoints. 2. Knowledge of Information Workflow Management functions, policies, procedures, and theories related to the mission, management, and business practices of DAF and OSD organizational structures to provide high-level staff guidance. 3. Skill in communicating effectively with tact and diplomacy, orally and in writing, to advocate positions to respond to critics of the organization's functions or performance; to logically and effectively explain programs, functions, and activities and gain understanding of the organization's efforts by concerned parties; and to negotiate complex issues, programs and functions with people have varying levels of understanding. 4. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations. 5. Skills and ability to independently manage short and long-term projects and to cultivate and sustain positive working relationships to project completion. 6. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Other Information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 10,654 open Program Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$144–187K/yr
  • Virginia median$139–200K/yr456 salary ranges
  • US median$127–201K/yr7,710 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $166K, is 4% below the Virginia median midpoint ($173K) — in the middle half of Program Management salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 688 open Program Management jobs in Virginia and 10,654 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Program Management postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 9,118 postings).
Education
4,194 of the 10,654 open Program Management jobs (39%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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