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DIRECTOR WRITING AND TEACHING EXCELLENCE CENTER

Department of the Navy
Bureau of Naval Personnel
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Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Overview

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Job closed
Open & closing dates
03/25/2024 to 05/01/2024
Salary
$110,363 to - $204,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
AD 9
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Newport, RI
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Term - 3 years
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
9
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
DE-12357327-24-DGK
Control number
782381900

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Clarification from the agency

THE PUBLIC, US CITIZENS

Duties

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  • Refer to the "Qualifications" section of the Flyer for a summary

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • The incumbent may be expected to travel on occasion
  • This appointment is for a Term 3 years

Qualifications

Writing and Teaching Excellence Center. The Writing and Teaching Excellence Center (WTEC) supports students in all aspects of their academic and professional writing development, helping students to excel academically during their time at the Naval War College (NWC) and preparing students to serve at higher levels of command and staff afterwards. The WTEC also provides support for the teaching faculty of the NWC by offering workshops and webinars, individual consultations and formative assessments of teaching. Faculty of the WTEC curate and share resources on topics such as adult learning, leading discussions, inclusive teaching, and online learning. The WTEC also manages the College's annual essay competitions, coordinates with academic departments, and adapts programs to the College's unique curricula. Additionally, the Director will oversee and assist in the development of other functions common to Centers for Teaching and Learning to include instructional design, course development, and instructional technology.

Responsibilities. General responsibilities for the Director include: developing, delivering, and assessing writing skills workshops; tutoring individual students; developing print and digital products addressing all aspects of the writing process; working collaboratively with other elements in the College's Learning Commons; identifying and sharing emerging trends, best practices, and research results related to student success issues; developing and overseeing assessment tools for writing and related skills; and assisting in the continued development of the Teaching Excellence program Additionally, the Director will: interview, recommend, train, supervise, and evaluate a hybrid workforce of professional staff and faculty; oversee relevant budgets; and develop and implement policies, procedures, and programs that reflect a sophisticated understanding of and engagement with learning differences and teaching styles.

Qualifications. Essential qualifications include: a relevant terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D.) from an accredited institution in international relations, international political economy, comparative politics, political science, operations research, information operations, leadership studies, psychology, education, philosophy, economics, international security affairs, regional studies, war studies, history, or a related, relevant field; significant and sustained experience working directly with students as a writing skills support expert; demonstrated ability in designing, implementing, and evaluating writing support programs; and demonstrated leadership and management experience, including supervisory responsibilities.


Desired qualifications include: advanced writing and communication skills; deep familiarity with best practices in student academic support and demonstrated adoption of these practices in strategies and programs; significant experience in managing programs, people, and budgets; evidence of exemplary skill and experience in public speaking and teaching adult learners in a college or university setting; and experience with enhancing student abilities in studying, oral/visual presentations, and related skill sets.


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.

Education

a relevant terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D.) from an accredited institution in international relations, international political economy, comparative politics, political science, operations research, information operations, leadership studies, psychology, education, philosophy, economics, international security affairs, regional studies, war studies, history, or a related, relevant field.

Additional information

Any current or prior military service should be described, including assignments, positions held, highest rank attained, and dates of service. Candidates must be U.S. citizens capable of obtaining a Department of Defense security clearance at the SECRET level.

Appointment. This appointment is governed by provisions of Section 8748, Title 10, U.S. Code as delegated by the Secretary of the Navy, and the regulations of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management which apply to "excepted" appointments under Schedule A. For the successful candidate, the initial term of appointment is expected to be three years in length with provision for renewal dependent on performance. This is not a remote work position; however, the incumbent may be eligible for situational telework as determined by policy and the position requirements.

Salary Considerations. Salary is competitive and is accompanied by a generous federal employee benefits package that includes health insurance with employer contribution, retirement savings plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and other benefits. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and credentials in accordance with the Department of the Navy Faculty Schedule and NWC policy. Career track determination (tenure, non-tenure) commensurate with experience and credentials.


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.

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.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

How you will be evaluated

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

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.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

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