Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff Force Modernization

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to report directly to establish policy for Air Force strategy, mission integration, integrated capability development, operational requirements processes and prioritization and integration of modernization efforts into the corporate process.

Duties

Incumbent will report directly to the DCS, Force Modernization (A5/7). Establishes policy for Air Force strategy, mission integration, integrated capability development, operational requirements processes and prioritization and integration of modernization efforts into the corporate process. Develops Air Force concepts of operations and force design. Directs CSAF Title 10 wargaming to iterate and prove future concepts for inclusion in the modernization plan. Provides headquarters operational requirements focus to Major Command (MAJCOM) modernization planning and Mission Need Analysis (MNA) and applies the tools of capability development in overseeing Air Staff and MAJCOM capabilities assessments, solutions analyses, prioritization of S&T needs, prototyping, applicable experimentation planning, requirements development, and pre-acquisition program planning. Shapes and finalizes Mission Needs Statements and Operational Requirements for the Air Force corporate structure and the Joint Requirements Oversight Council. Translates advanced concepts and ideas into military utility by merging Air Force gaps, modernization planning and analysis into a requirements development framework including capability road maps, advocacy through the Air Force corporate process, program planning, and subsequent collaboration with the Acquisition community. Supervises Special Access Required (SAR) program requirements. Articulates operational concepts, needs, and requirements for internal and external consideration. Chairs and directs the Air Force Requirements Oversight Council (AFROC). Participates in MAJCOM requirements identification and review. Staffs and reviews requirements and obtains Chief of Staff or Joint Staff approval of Air Force Mission Need Statements and Operational Requirements. Briefs Air Force leadership on priority and status of outstanding Air Force urgent needs and modernization requirements. Serves as a member of the Air Force Board and advocates for operational perspectives within Air Force and with OSW in the SPPBE process. Supervises development of AF mission threads to fill critical joint force capability gaps. Acts as the DCS/A5/7, in the absence of the DCS, in all matters except military command. Maintains continuity of operations and keeps the DCS informed on significant activities. Qualifications

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education 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. 1. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Applicants must ensure their resume describes how they meet the TQs and must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Applicants should focus on recent experience, education, and training, as some Recruitment Panel and Executive Resources Board members may consider experience that's over 10 years old to be outdated. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following: TQ1: Demonstrated knowledge and personal experience formulating, leading and managing enterprise-level strategy, capability development, operational requirements and integration with acquisition, resourcing and requirements authorities inside and outside of the DAF, to include: OSW, Joint Staff, Air and Space Force staffs, fellow Service staffs, MAJCOMs, think tanks/academia and private industry. TQ2: Expert knowledge of modernization requirements and process, along with Air Force weapon system programs, including air superiority, nuclear, mobility, autonomous platforms, weapons, sensors, command and control, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, base defense, personnel recovery and cyber capabilities is required. Knowledge of related Joint and Intelligence Community programs is highly desired. 2. 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. The Ideal Candidate will possess experience in the following: Ability to develop consensus on difficult issues and advocate for critical decisions with Joint and Air Force senior leadership and experience assembling and leading cross-functional teams in solving complex, enterprise level problems. Please find the full list of ECQs and their definitions on the OPM Website here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/#url=Overview In addition, DoD 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 DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate 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. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the application package.

Education

Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is desired. A master's or advanced degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. An undergraduate technical degree or an advanced degree in either a technical or management field is highly desired. How You Will Be Evaluated

A Resume-based Senior Executive Service (SES) Hiring Method will be used for this recruitment. A well-written resume for this announcement should demonstrate to Senior Hiring Officials that you possess the essential ECQs with supporting accomplishments. Applicants should incorporate ECQs and technical competencies as they write their resumes and can refer to the following OPM Link for additional guidance on SES Executive Qualifications: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guide-to-ses-qualifications.pdf. In addition, the Department of the Air Force highly encourages applicants to seek mentoring assistance from a current SES member in preparing and/or reviewing their package. PLEASE NOTE: This position will be filled under the FY2021 NDAA Section 1118, "Pilot Program for Initial Appointments to Senior Executive Service Positions in the Department of Defense (DoD)." This authority allows us to appoint qualified individuals to initial career appointments into the Senior Executive Service of the DoD without regard to 5 U.S.C. 3393(c). 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. Applications will be evaluated against the qualification's requirements. Failure to meet the Mandatory Technical Qualifications will eliminate a candidate from further consideration. Candidates will be evaluated for this position by a screening panel composed of senior executives and/or general officers selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. The panel discusses each application and reaches consensus on the resume packages demonstrating a high degree of the executive core qualifications and technical competencies. Only those applicants whose packages demonstrate a mastery of ECQs and technical competencies are selected for interviews. Post interview, the panel will then make a recommendation of those Best Qualified candidates who should be referred to the selecting official, in priority order. Final selection is contingent upon approval by the Air Force Executive Resources Board and the Under Secretary of the Air Force. Other Information

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Relocation Authorized: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be offered. 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.