As the Program Director, Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (ACWA), the incumbent will have the responsibility for the safe, effective, and compliant closure of the chemical weapons destruction facilities at U.S. Army Pueblo Chemical Depot in Colorado and Blue Grass Army Depot in Kentucky. The ACWA program under Title 50 United States Code 1521 is currently transitioning from destruction operation to program closure and is scheduled to end in three years.
Summary
As the Program Director, Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (ACWA), the incumbent will have the responsibility for the safe, effective, and compliant closure of the chemical weapons destruction facilities at U.S. Army Pueblo Chemical Depot in Colorado and Blue Grass Army Depot in Kentucky. The ACWA program under Title 50 United States Code 1521 is currently transitioning from destruction operation to program closure and is scheduled to end in three years.
The major duties and responsibilities of the Program Director, ACWA will include, but are not limited to:
Oversees and executes all ACWA program closure activities at Colorado and Kentucky chemical weapons destruction facilities including decontamination, decommissioning, demolition, and administrative closeout.
Oversees the safety and protection of the workforce and environment throughout closure while in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Aligns program closure activities to changing regulatory requirements and based on recommendations from independent advisory organizations such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Health and Human Services.
Advises and supports the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs (ASD(NCB)) and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Threat Reduction and Arms Control (DASD(TRAC)) on all phases and functions of the ACWA closure activities.
Ensures the completion of the closure activities by: 1) directing, managing, and overseeing the work of approximately 2,400 federal civilians and contractors; 2) managing and directing a budget of approximately $2.1 billion over the closure phase which is anticipated between FY 2024-2028; and 3) advising DoD senior leaders on a broad range of issues related to ACW A program closure activities.
Translates program closure activities into specific projects, outlining technical and programmatic objectives and ensuring proper and adequate integration of technical, contractual, fiscal, and logistical requirements.
Serves as the DoD representative at national and international organization forums presenting, explaining, and defending closure activities including the Chemical Demilitarization Citizens Advisory Commission and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
In order to qualify for this position, you must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 04/11/2024
The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
Please read the vacancy announcement in its entirety before applying.
Qualifications
***THIS IS A SES LIMITED TERM POSITION NOT TO EXCEED 3 YEARS.
***Please read this announcement in its entirety before applying.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications. Your application must also include a narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory technical qualifications not to exceed a total of two pages.
Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments (e.g., Led the development and implementation of....) and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised; size of budget managed; amount of money saved, etc.).
ECQ 1 - Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2 - Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3 - Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ 4 - Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 - Building Coalitions: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You are required to respond to all of the technical qualifications. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible. Please limit your written statement to no more than 2 pages.
Demonstrated knowledge and the ability to successfully manage and assure technical compliance of a comprehensive chemical demilitarization or related program to include the development, implementation, and policy / program oversight to include relevant federal and state laws and regulations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively at senior levels across a wide variety of Department of Defense, interagency and public partners, including state and local, foreign governments and/or international organizations.
Demonstrated ability to effectively and innovatively present and develop strategic efforts of an organization that performs complex operations, simplify as needed based on audience, and provide recommendations on policies and approaches to effectively execute the duties and responsibilities of the Office.
Demonstrated level of program management expertise including demonstrated ability to manage and direct a significant annual program budget; in addition to, sound acquisition management principles, concepts, and practices applicable to major defense acquisition programs.
Education
There is no education requirement for this position.
Additional information
Veterans preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
Applications MUST be submitted through USAJobs.
Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 04/11/2024
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Your application will be evaluated and a certificate of best qualified candidates will be issued to the selecting official. The selecting official may interview the best qualified candidates before making a selection. Expect the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
1. Resume - In addition to your written statements addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications, not to exceed five pages. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy Announcement number SES-12355237-23-SD
Full name, email and mailing address, and day and evening telephone numbers
Educational information including the name, city, and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://http://www.edu.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Information about your paid and nonpaid work experience related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary
Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments
2. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): A narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory technical qualifications should not exceed a total of two pages.
3. Mandatory ECQ Statement: A narrative statement specifically addressing each individual ECQ. In lieu of the narrative statement, current career SES members, reinstatement eligibles, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates must provide the documentation in item #4.
4. Copy of the Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50): An SF-50 MUST be submitted showing current federal status. Current and former career SES members must provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility. Candidates who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their ECQ certification.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THROUGH USAJOBS: In order to expedite the review of your application, you must submit a complete online application package to include the Resume, Executive Core Qualifications, and narrative statement addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications. To apply online, please select the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted.
Office of the USD for Acquisition and Sustainment
Human Resources Directorate
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your application to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. Those considered highly qualified may undergo an interview process. A final interview with the selecting official, reference checks and other inquiries may be made prior to appointment. In addition, you will be subject to screening to ensure there is no adverse information that could affect your ability to be placed in the position. You should expect to hear back on the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Resume - In addition to your written statements addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications, not to exceed five pages. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy Announcement number SES-12355237-23-SD
Full name, email and mailing address, and day and evening telephone numbers
Educational information including the name, city, and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://http://www.edu.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Information about your paid and nonpaid work experience related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary
Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments
2. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): A narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory technical qualifications should not exceed a total of two pages.
3. Mandatory ECQ Statement: A narrative statement specifically addressing each individual ECQ. In lieu of the narrative statement, current career SES members, reinstatement eligibles, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates must provide the documentation in item #4.
4. Copy of the Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50): An SF-50 MUST be submitted showing current federal status. Current and former career SES members must provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility. Candidates who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their ECQ certification.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THROUGH USAJOBS: In order to expedite the review of your application, you must submit a complete online application package to include the Resume, Executive Core Qualifications, and narrative statement addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications. To apply online, please select the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted.
Office of the USD for Acquisition and Sustainment
Human Resources Directorate
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your application to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. Those considered highly qualified may undergo an interview process. A final interview with the selecting official, reference checks and other inquiries may be made prior to appointment. In addition, you will be subject to screening to ensure there is no adverse information that could affect your ability to be placed in the position. You should expect to hear back on the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
