This is a Senior Executive Service Tier 3 position. Salaries for Tier 3 positions range from $171,268 - $221,900.
This position is in the Senior Executive Service, a small elite group of top government leaders. SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations.
As an executive, you will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the federal government and lead the next generation of public servants.
Summary
This is a Senior Executive Service Tier 3 position. Salaries for Tier 3 positions range from $171,268 - $221,900.
This position is in the Senior Executive Service, a small elite group of top government leaders. SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations.
As an executive, you will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the federal government and lead the next generation of public servants.
As a Director for Strategy, Plans, and Resources at the ES-0340-00 some of your typical work assignments may include:
Exercises full management authority for long-range planning, goal setting and evaluation of the strategic goals for national missile defense for MDA and the Department.
Responsible for aligning, controlling, and directing resources to meet unpredictable or changing situations.
Directs, coordinates, and manages the full range of engagements with Congress to include preparing the Director, MDA for Congressional testimony and meetings to include the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Congressional Research Service (CRS), and House Surveys and Investigations (HACS&I).
Ensures accuracy of information provided to the Department, Congress and external organizations by MDA to include the Comptroller/Chief Financial Officer, contracting, engineering, technology, programs. Ensures that all Congressional engagements are consistent with Executive branch guidance, the DoD, and MDA's mission.
Presents and defends the Agency's budget to the Services, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Office of Management and Budget, GAO, Congress and the Media.
Considers the worldwide situational environment and along with other MDA executive leadership, assesses the impact on future missile defense resource requirements. Consults and coordinates with military services and DoD organizations, other elements of the Executive branch and within Congress to prioritize MDA resources to support national policy.
With the subordinate Comptroller, Chief Financial Officer (C/CFO) senior executive, leads, guides, directs and sets strategic vision, policy and processes for successful cradle to grave financial management, budgeting and financial execution of all missile defense programs and $10B+ budget per fiscal year. Provides oversight of all financial management policies, procedures, and programs to include budgeting, programming, accounting, funds control reporting and disbursement of Agency funds.
Oversees and manages Agency efforts in support of the Office of the Secretary of Defense Comptroller and CAPE, budget review process, and the MDA Programming, Planning, Budget and Execution Program, the development of MDA's future year defense plan, the Agency's Program Objective Memorandum and assumes oversight responsibility for the MDA Budget Estimate Submission (BES) and the President's Budget.
Responsible and accountable for assigned programs to include development, documentation, and operation of both internal and external processes and administrative controls. Controls are to ensure financial integrity is considered at each step in the procurement process and obligation costs are properly authorized and recorded. Internal controls assure revenue and expenditures are properly recorded and are accounted for, permitting preparation of sound and reliable financial audits and inventory reports.
Oversees and manages Agency efforts, policies and strategies to ensure successful Agency financial audit outcomes. Ensure accurate annual financial statements and property accountability in coordination with Agency Programs, contractual alignment with the Director for Acquisition, and legal requirements through the General Counsel.
Leads, guides, directs and sets strategic vision, policy and processes for all missile defense program cost estimating. Ensures quality, timely and appropriate cost estimates, joint Service cost estimates and OSD CAPE Independent Cost Estimates for Agency programs within Congressional, GAO and OSD standards.
Oversees Agency Workforce Human Capital Management planning and execution.
Responsible for ensuring a successful, professional culture of excellence across the entire Agency.
Manages and directs allocation of resources for development of strategic major weapons acquisition policies and practices necessary to direct and provide financial planning, forecasting, investment analyses, management, administration and evaluation for a complex military weapons development and acquisition program(s).
Oversees the development and implementation of Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes throughout the organization. Ensures staff interpret DoD and other Federal regulations, guidance, and policies appropriately to determine the impact on all facets of the Human Resources program. Directs analysis and evaluation of current Human Resources policies to develop alternative solutions to resolve problems or issues.
Serves on the Agency's Facilities Panel, responsible for planning and sustaining MDA's worldwide operational, lab, testing, support and administrative facilities valued at over $2 billion.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation. Must be able to obtain/maintain Special Sensitive/Top Secret SCI clearance.
Work Schedule: Full time
Overtime: None
Tour of Duty: Flexible
Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
Financial Disclosure: Required-Senior Professionals are required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement (OGE-278).
Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
This position is designated as special sensitive and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish eligibility for appropriate security clearances.
Designated and/or random drug testing is required
Supplemental narrative addressing each Technical Qualification (TQ) - 2 pages each maximum.
Veterans' Preference is not applicable
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You will serve a one-year Senior Executive Service (SES) probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES
Senior Executives are required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF 306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background check.
Qualifications
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ): All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. Please limit your written statements to 2 pages per technical qualification.
PROFESSIONAL/MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Expert knowledge and demonstrated experience to provide policy oversight for the successful execution of Missile Defense Systems or an equivalent large scale weapons system programs.
Extensive experience and expertise in program budget formulation, defense and execution to include all phases of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System cycle or equivalent large scale budgeting system.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, manage and direct a comparably large-sized organization of professional and technical experts in the successful accomplishment of diverse programmatic, business, financial, and human resource management functions. Must have demonstrated experience in organizational administration, oversight of subordinate organizations, and coordination and interaction of activities with a wide variety of Federal and private organizations.
Failure to meet any one of the technical qualifications requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.
MANDATORY EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.' Additional information on the ECQs is available at www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Please limit your written statements not to exceed 2 pages per ECQ.
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.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Background Investigation: This position is designated as critical sensitive and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish eligibility for appropriate security clearances.
Financial Disclosure: Senior Executives are required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement (OGE-278), upon assuming an SES position. This must be submitted annually and upon termination of employment.
Acquisition Certification:
This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless specially waived by the appropriate official, the following are statutory mandated requirements:
Selectee must execute, as a condition appointment, a written agreement to remain in Federal Service in the position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such an agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment.
This critical acquisition position requires Program Management or Financial Management, Advanced acquisition certification. The incumbent has 48 months to achieve this certification.
This is a Key Leadership Position (KLP) and selectees must have an Acquisition Category I (ACAT I) certification and meet all other KLP requirements prior to entering the position in accordance with Department of Defense Instructions (DoDI) 5000.66, Change 3. Any Deviation from KLP requirements can only be waived by the Service or Component Acquisition Executive.
This position requires a 3-year tenure agreement. Must sign DD Form 2889 (Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) Service Agreement Key Leadership Position (KLP) and execute, as a condition of employment, a written tenure agreement.
Must have completed at least one DAU 4000 Level Acquisition Course.
The incumbent must complete 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years.
Travel to national and international locations may be required.
If selected for Federal employment, you will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background check.
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.
We will review your resume and supporting documents, for the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education as it relates to mandatory technical qualifications required for this position. Your application will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and a reference check.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be referred for consideration.
2. Completed supplemental narrative in a separate document that gives specific examples of work experiences addressing each Technical Qualification (TQ). Your narrative should be no more than two pages per TQ, not to exceed 6 pages. A resume that address the TQ's WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
3. Completed supplemental narrative in a separate document that provides specific examples of work experiences addressing each of the five Executive Core Qualifications. Your narratives should be no more than two pages per ECQ, not to exceed a total of 10 pages. More information on how to prepare/address ECQs can be found at www.opm.gov/ses.
4. College transcript(s). We accept unofficial transcripts, as long as they contain your name, the name of the school, the date and degree that was awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned. Transcripts must be received in this office by 11:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time on in order to be considered.
5. Current SF-50 if a current Federal government employee.
Applications received without the required TQ supplemental narratives WILL NOT receive consideration. DO NOT submit additional information (i.e. cover letters, awards, appraisals, pages in excess of the 2 page limit for TQs).
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Missile Defense Agency
Bldg 5222 Martin Rd
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be referred for consideration.
2. Completed supplemental narrative in a separate document that gives specific examples of work experiences addressing each Technical Qualification (TQ). Your narrative should be no more than two pages per TQ, not to exceed 6 pages. A resume that address the TQ's WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
3. Completed supplemental narrative in a separate document that provides specific examples of work experiences addressing each of the five Executive Core Qualifications. Your narratives should be no more than two pages per ECQ, not to exceed a total of 10 pages. More information on how to prepare/address ECQs can be found at www.opm.gov/ses.
4. College transcript(s). We accept unofficial transcripts, as long as they contain your name, the name of the school, the date and degree that was awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned. Transcripts must be received in this office by 11:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time on in order to be considered.
5. Current SF-50 if a current Federal government employee.
Applications received without the required TQ supplemental narratives WILL NOT receive consideration. DO NOT submit additional information (i.e. cover letters, awards, appraisals, pages in excess of the 2 page limit for TQs).
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Missile Defense Agency
Bldg 5222 Martin Rd
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
