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09/14/2020 to 09/22/2020
$138,401 - $138,401 per year
AD 25
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Term - 3 Years
Full-Time
Excepted
25
Yes
No
20-38 AC
578412400
Applications accepted from current U.S. Citizens (either by birth or naturalization).
This position is located in the Air Force Academy Center for Character and Leadership Development (CCLD). The Mission of the CCLD is to serve the United States Air Force Academy by advancing character and leadership development in preparation for service to the nation and to be the center of excellence for the advancement of character and leadership development. The primary purpose of this position is to advance the understanding, sharing, practice, and integration of professional development, enhancing mission accomplishment for USAFA.
The incumbent serves as the Deputy Director of the Character and Leadership Development Directorate. Responsible for full scope, executive-level management of activities for the Directorate with the primary mission of advancing the understanding, scholarship, practice and integration of character and leadership development resulting in cadets and permanent party prepared for service to the nation. The Directorate is focused on studies, analysis, and assessment of command strategic priorities associated with USAFA cadets, permanent party, staff / faculty and coach character and leadership development.
Service & Administration: Serves as the "alter ego" for the Director of the Air Force Academy Character and Leadership Development Directorate at a Direct Reporting Unit, planning, organizing, and managing the activities of the directorate. Organizes and oversees the activities of the directorate. Formulates program goals, plans, policies, procedures and work plans concerning the development and operation of USAFA-wide character and leadership development efforts and analyses, assessment functions and activities. Participates in providing both technical and administrative direction to division chiefs. Provides division chiefs direction and advice regarding policies, procedures and guidelines. Plans work for accomplishment by subordinate divisions, sets and adjusts short-term priorities and prepares schedules based on consideration of requirements and assignments difficulty such that the experience, training and abilities of the staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs.
Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities: Directs, coordinates, and oversees work
through subordinate supervisors. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher level management or headquarters. With the director, selects or recommends candidates for subordinate positions, taking into consideration skills, qualifications, and mission requirements. Ensures reasonable equity among units of performance standards developed, modified, and/or interpreted and rating techniques developed by subordinate supervisors. Explains performance expectations to subordinate supervisors and employees directly supervised and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Accepts, amends, or rejects work of subordinate supervisors. Appraises performance of subordinate supervisors and other employees directly supervised and serves as reviewing official on evaluation of non- supervisory employees rated by subordinate supervisors. Makes decisions on work problems presented by subordinate supervisors. Directs self-assessment activities of subordinate supervisors. Approves expenses comparable to within-grade increases, extensive overtime, and employee travel.
Teaching: Designs, delivers, and assesses character and leadership related courses and seminars. Develops, instructs, and/or facilitates USAFA staff and faculty professional development curriculum and activities. Oversees the design and implementation of workshops and on-line training for cadets and permanent party on leadership development and associated educational programs identifying best practices for Air Force-wide integration. Provides mentorship and training to permanent party and cadets as required. Oversees the USAFA Permanent Party Development Program with respect to the mission of USAFA to develop cadets into leaders of character.
Research: Researches, designs, promotes and implements methodologies in support of character and leadership development programs relevant to the changing nature of the Profession of Arms. Conducts thorough and timely research into system and trends in higher education to meet the anticipated needs of character and leadership development in the educational process. Generates and shares research, assessment and understanding of "Best Practices" to guide the Air Force Academy in its development of officers of character through identifying and pursuing character and leadership questions of importance. Reports on trends, problems and advances which impact the professional development of cadets, permanent party, and the educational mission. Maintains professional competence through conference attendance and presentations. Maintains continuing communications and support with other Centers/organizations performing similar duties across the nation and world.
EDUCATION:
If selected, you will be requested to provide original copies of ALL OFFICIAL transcripts for degrees being pursued or obtained (or letter of degree completion if an OFFICIAL transcript is not available due to recent graduation) to support your educational claims as stated in your curriculum vitae. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a transcript to be considered OFFICIAL, it should be printed on university letterhead and the registrar's official seal/signature must appear on the transcript. Your transcripts must also reflect the degree awarded/conferred date. Transcripts labeled UNOFFICIAL will not be accepted.
Upon request, ensure you include ALL transcripts to support your educational claims as stated in your curriculum vitae (resume) even if not required for this position.
FOREIGN EDUCATION:
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the educational requirements. However, you must show proof that the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying in the form of an "official" statement of U.S. equivalency from a Department of Education approved (non-federal) agency (i.e. AICE, NACES), who will complete a U.S. Standard of Education Conversion.
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. Late applications from veterans will not be accepted for faculty positions. Late applications for veterans only apply when filling positions in the competitive service.
Individuals who are eligible for Schedule A, 213.3102(u) appointments cannot be referred under the Air Force Selective Placement Program process for faculty positions. Schedule A applicants must apply via instructions in the "How to Apply" section and applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Late or incomplete packages will not be considered.
As a condition of employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information click here.
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 of at least three (3) calendar days 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 excepted service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
USAFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. The Air Force believes that diversity is essential to accomplishing its mission. The Air Force Academy highly values individuals who have a demonstrated ability to work successfully with and help develop individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. For the Air Force, diversity encompasses: personal life experiences, geographic background, socioeconomic background, cultural knowledge, educational background, work background, language abilities, physical abilities, philosophical/spiritual perspectives, age, race, ethnicity, and gender. Please ensure your application package DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY PHOTOGRAPHS. Applications submitted with any documents that include photographs will not be considered.
Applications submitted under this announcement will be considered ONLY for this vacancy.
Travel and relocation expenses WILL be paid.
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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. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary storage of those items. For additional information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities, please visit: https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/FTR%20Bulletin%2018_05%20Relocation%20Allowances_0.pdf
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants possessing the required qualifications as contained within this announcement will be evaluated and ranked by a Rating Panel based on the extent to which their experience and education relate to the requirements of the position.
Your application package (curriculum vitae / resume and cover letter) 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. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
USAFA is dedicated to the goal of building a pluralistic faculty committed to a multicultural environment that enriches the educational experience of our students. We are especially interested in candidates whose interests contribute to a climate that values and uses diversity in all its forms. Interested persons should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter that addresses how the applicant's qualifications meet the requirements of the position to include evidence of teaching excellence and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Please reference the "How to Apply" and "Required Documents" section for more information.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement
The following required documents for application must be received by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement:
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.
You must submit your application so that it will be received by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement, 10/13/2020.
To begin the application process, click the Blue Apply Button at the top of the page to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."
It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your application package includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date *All close dates are Midnight EASTERN TIME*. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
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APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM (ET) 10/13/2020.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/578412400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The mission of the United States Air Force Academy is to educate, train, and inspire men and women to become leaders of character, motivated to lead the United States Air Force in service to our nation.
The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), Center for Character and Leadership Development (CCLD), anticipates filling the TERM (full-time) position of Deputy Director, Character and Leadership Development Directorate, beginning on 13 NOV 2020 and terminating on 30 JUN 2023. This is a Title 10 Excepted Service Appointment. Appointment is not to exceed 5 years. Extensions and/or Subsequent re-appointments may be considered based upon an assessment of performance, Air Force and departmental needs, and funding availability.
USAFA is an undergraduate institution that awards the Bachelor of Science degree as part of its mission to educate, train, and inspire men and women to become officers of character, motivated to lead in the United States Air Force and in service to our nation. Faculty applications are invited from candidates who can contribute to this mission by interacting with cadets, both in and out of the classroom, as instructors and mentors. The student body consists of approximately 4,000 men and women representing every state and several foreign countries. The Academy faculty is an integrated group of military and civilian educators. The curriculum includes core academic and professional courses, and 27 disciplinary and interdisciplinary majors.