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INSTRUCTOR/PROFESSOR (TEMPORARY)

Department of the Army
U.S. Army War College
School of Strategic Landpower, Department of National Security and Strategy
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Summary

About the Position:
These are full time, part time and intermittent temporary civilian faculty positions at the U.S. Army War College (USAWC) as provided under Title 10 USC 4021. Initial appointment may be up to one year.

The person(s) selected for this/these position(s) will teach and/or develop core and elective courses. DNSS professors teach resident education and are responsible for courses on strategy, foreign policy, and regional security.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
03/27/2023 to 03/26/2024
Salary
$56,709 to - $152,330 per year
Pay scale & grade
AD 00
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Carlisle Barracks, PA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel (domestic and/or international) may be required up to 10% of the time.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary - 1 year or less
Work schedule
Multiple Schedules
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
NEDQ237604S
Control number
714337100

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Clarification from the agency

See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.

Duties

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  • Teaching core and elective courses related to national security policy and strategy formulation, theories of war and strategy, and regional studies.
  • Reviewing course material for accuracy and relevance.
  • Providing counsel to faculty and students on subjects related to strategy, policy, international relations, government, history, strategic culture, Interagency operations, and other U.S. policy and strategy systems and procedures.
  • Designing and teaching elective courses and directed studies for selected students.
  • Coordinating with external agencies on behalf of the U.S. Army War College.
  • Engaging in service (internal and external) in support of institutional missions.
  • Serving annually as a faculty instructor for one seminar, faculty advisor for up to six students, and project advisor for student research projects.
  • Other duties may include supporting the development and execution of the National Security Policy Program and the National Security Seminar.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • May be required to travel (domestic and/or international) away from the duty station up to 10% of the time.
  • Must be available for employment within 60 days of acceptance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply:
U.S. Citizens

To qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Applicants will be rated based on the criteria listed below by a panel of subject matter experts appointed with the purpose of identifying the best-qualified candidates.

1. Must have an established record of superlative teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or Senior Service College level.

2. Ability to prepare, teach, and lecture on subjects related to national security policy and strategy formulation, theories of war and strategy, political economy, and/or regional studies (Africa, Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Eurasia, Middle East, South Asia).

3. Refined oral and written communication skills, including the ability to serve as a student advisor for written research projects.

4. Must have master's degree (required) in national security studies, international relations, government, political science, history, regional studies, or related field. PhD is preferred.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.
  • Must provide official college transcripts upon request (unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application).
  • Must be available for employment within 60 days of acceptance.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

A review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the experience and education requirements listed on this announcement. If you are one of thetop candidates, you may be invited to interview. If selected, you will receive atentative job offer. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

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