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SELECTION AND TRAINING DIRECTOR

Naval Special Warfare Command

Dam Neck Naval Facility, Virginia Beach, VAFull-time$128–166K/yrPosted 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$128–166K/yr
Location
Dam Neck Naval Facility, Virginia Beach, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Selection and Training Director will lead the formulation, revision and execution of special training initiatives, manage selection criteria and recruitment processes, conduct task analysis and training design, coordinate resources and schedules, and develop long‑range plans to meet current and future training requirements for the Naval Special Warfare Command.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Special Operations ExpertiseProgram Evaluation and AnalyticsRegulatory ComplianceFinancial and Contract StewardshipLeadership and Communication

Qualifications

One Year Specialized Experience

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Summary

You will serve as a SELECTION AND TRAINING DIRECTOR in the TACTICAL DEV & EVAL SQDRN ONE of COMNAVSPECWARDEVGRU.

Duties

  • You will be responsible for the formulation and revision of plans, programs, policies, and procedures for the execution of special training initiatives.
  • You will be responsible for the management, structure, and development of the selection criteria and the recruitment and selection process for assigned programs.
  • You will perform individual and collective tasks analysis, design, and establishment; conducts all follow-on training phases.
  • You will ensure coordination of requirements, resources, and schedules as well as proper integration of training programs.
  • You will formulate long-range plans and strategies to ensure the training requirements for current and developing programs are met.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Directing the full lifecycle of command technical capabilities, including research, testing, procurement, and implementation; forecasting multi-year program personnel and/or material requirements; allocating financial resources to secure long-term organizational objectives. Desired Skills: - Special Operations Expertise: The candidate must possess deep, specialized knowledge of Special Operations tactics, techniques, and procedures to design, manage, and execute advanced training programs. - Program Evaluation & Analytics: The role requires proven expertise in training methodologies, program evaluation, and analytical techniques to identify deficiencies and optimize resources. - Regulatory Compliance: The individual must have a thorough understanding of USSOCOM and Department of the Navy (DoN) policies, particularly those governing high-risk training and safety standards. - Financial & Contract Stewardship: The candidate must possess practical experience in financial management, including budget monitoring, program cost tracking, and contract performance oversight. - Leadership & Communication: The position demands strong communication skills to brief leadership, alongside a solid working knowledge of civilian personnel management and team supervision. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series AND http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability Customer Service Decisiveness Flexibility Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Resilience Financial Management Accountability Developing Others Project management Oral Communicaton Training Program Administration This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: USA Hire and Structured Interview. The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Other Information

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. This position is 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. During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. 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 PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.

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