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Deputy Commander, DLA Distribution

Department of Defense
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA Distribution

Summary

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.


Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/27/2026 to 03/13/2026
Salary
$186,207 to - $219,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
ES 00
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA
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—Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses will be paid in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR)
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Senior Executive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DLADist-26-12897806-SES
Control number
859224200

Duties

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  • The Deputy Commander, DLA Distribution constantly reviews and evaluates DLA Distribution operations, assessing program status, milestone reports, higher level program reviews, and Agency recommendations concerning cost management and operations. The incumbent scrutinizes DLA Distribution programs to establish objectives, reassess goals, and determine needs for changes in program orientation as well as identifying impediments and solutions to successfully accomplishing the DLA Distribution mission. Specifically:
  • The incumbent is the primary DLA Distribution mission manager, advisor to the Commander, and technical authority on all matters pertaining to distribution management. Directs DLA Distribution strategic planning, programming, budgeting, marketing, and execution of the long-range distribution programs to assure the DLA Distribution organizational capability to meet changing missions and evolving environments.
  • Management of the multiple functions, overseeing operations of the individual distribution centers and staff offices requires the incumbent to identify the resources needed to achieve DLA / DLA Distribution mission objectives, perform and support mission functions, coordinate diverse DLA Distribution functional elements, and apply sound business practices to optimize support to the military services and other customers.
  • The incumbent meets and deals with other Agency executives (flag and general officers and SES), executive level governance boards, headquarters staff personnel, members of Congress, high level executives and GO/FO's of other DoW components, senior level military customers, and presidents or CEOs of firms doing business with or seeking to do business with DLA Distribution. Contacts take the form of formal and informal meetings, appointments, site visits, briefings, conferences, written reports or telephone calls. Contacts involve conducting negotiations and representing DLA Distribution and DLA to external organizations and officials concerning operational problems, budget allocations, technical elements of distribution management, needed legislation, etc. Identifies and solves problems speaking with full command authority in all cases. Represents and articulates the unique DLA Distribution organization, philosophy, and structure to key Congressional officials, DOW, DLA, the media and the Military services.
  • Continually monitors DLA Distribution operations to identify, develop, and refine broad based business and logistical strategies to improve the overall operational effectiveness and efficiency of the entire organization. Directs and coordinates actions for the implementation of such initiatives throughout the DLA Distribution and the distribution centers. Oversees the performance of the distribution network, providing programmatic and technical direction to distribution center leadership. Assesses strengths and weaknesses of technical and financial performance and assures the development of corrective action plans to improve mission performance.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Expenses: Authorized
  • Relocation (Government Home Sale) Expenses: Not Authorized
  • Work Schedule: Full Time
  • Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
  • Overtime Work: Occasionally
  • Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel: Occasionally
  • Security Requirements: Special Sensitive with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) - Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before appointment into this position. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
  • Fair Labor Standards Act: Exempt
  • Bargaining Unit Position: No
  • Financial Filing Statement: Required, Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
  • Emergency Essential: No
  • Reemployed Annuitant: Does not meet criteria. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf
  • For an explanation of the conditions of employment, please review the definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf
  • All newly appointed career SES members must sign the Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES in accordance with DoD Directive 1403.03
  • Selected candidate will be subject to a one-year probationary period in the Senior Executive Service unless required probationary period has been served
  • This is a Mission Essential (ME) position. The incumbent may be required to report to work in the event of a natural disaster, inclement weather, or crisis.
  • You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • Defense Acquisition Workforce CAP/Key Leadership position (KLP). Must meet DoD certification and other requirements. See Addtl Info.

Qualifications

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

  • TQ 1: Comprehensive knowledge of principles, processes, operations, objectives, programs, performance measurements and system related to storage, distribution, warehouse management, transportation, and supply chain management.
  • TQ 2: Ability to develop, interpret, and implement broad and complex concepts, policies, and programs impacting on overall DoW storage and distribution management and to direct strategic planning, programming, budgeting, marketing, and execution of long-range distribution programs.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five ECQs:
  • ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
  • ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
  • ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
  • ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
  • ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. See "Required Documents" section for additional information.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

DoD Joint Enterprise-Wide Experience Statement: In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. This individual must have the ability to apply a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities is required. Executives must demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. This information should be embedded within the resume.

This is an A&S workforce position IAW 10 USC Section 1721 and regulations issued by the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition & Sustainment. The position is a Workforce Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) that requires certification in the Life Cycle Logistics career field. Only candidates who are members of the Acquisition Corps will be placed into the position unless a waiver of Corps membership is approved by the Component Acquisition Executive. A&S position requirements will be used in the evaluation criteria. IN ADDITION: This is an A&S Workforce Key Leadership Position (KLP). The incumbent must be certified at DAWIA Level III in the applicable career field(s) and must possess 10 years of acquisition experience, at least four of which were performed while assigned to a CAP.

Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.
Tiering: The Department/Agency structures its SES positions into categories (i.e. tiers) to determine the pay range for each position. The categories are based on the position scope, breadth, functions, and placement within the structure of organizational levels across the Department/Agency.

OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.

Veteran's preference does not apply to the SES.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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 based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (MTQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

A mandatory executive assessment is required after application submission. You will receive separate instructions via e-mail and must complete the assessment within the established timeframe. Failure to complete the required assessment within the designated timeframe will result in removal from further consideration.

Upon tentative selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selectee will be required to timely and successfully complete an ECQ based structured interview with the OPM QRB and obtain QRB certification, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/.

REMINDER: Before uploading your required PDF documents, please ensure the resume DOES NOT EXCEED the 2-page limit.

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