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DIRECTOR HOMELAND DEFENSE/CIVIL SUPPORT OFFICE (HD/CSO)

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
Homeland Defense / Civil Support Office

Summary

About the Position: Serves as the Chief Advisor, Consultant or subject matter expert, advising the MSCoE senior leaders, Directors, School Commandants, and other key leaders on matters which impact assigned responsibilities. Responds directly to the Deputy to the Commanding General (SES) on matters requiring immediate action.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/30/2026 to 04/13/2026
Salary
$147,945 - $192,331 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
SDSB-26-340603-MP
Control number
862979900

This job is open to

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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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  • Plan and direct organizational change as required.
  • Direct and monitor research and experimentation in support of HD/CS mission sets within priorities established.
  • Develop long-range program plans, goals, objectives, milestones and evaluate the effectiveness of programs.
  • Plans, programs, and coordinates HD/CSO requirements as it relates to training development, training execution, force modernization and quality control
  • Coordinate and prioritize strategic engagement efforts, organizing, planning, executing and tracking all key leader engagement events.
  • Develop resource (staffing and funding) guidance for program activities and perform continuous appraisal of the utilization of command resources.
  • Oversee the operation of the HD/CS Office in the accomplishment of the program objectives and goals.
  • Provide technical advice and assistance to senior leadership, school commandants, assistant commandants, directorates and department heads.
  • Provide technical advice and assistance in all aspects of Army-wide HD/CS DOTMLPF efforts and the execution of CBRN Response Enterprise (CRE).
  • Identify and recommend implementation of innovative in-service and civilian education community conferences and workshops to support HD/CS.

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.
  • Mission essential position.
  • Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I Confidential Financial Disclosure Reports) upon entering the position and annually.
  • This position is designated Tier 5, Special Sensitive, High Risk and the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance Level with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access as a condition of employment.
  • Drug testing designated position (TDP) under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program in accordance with AR 600-85.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

  • Current Civilian Employees of the Command
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce


In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) Demonstrate expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams in the development of Homeland Defense and Civil Support (HD/CS) operational requirements; (2) Formulate and refine HD/CS concepts, doctrine, and strategic guidance; and planning, managing, coordinating, and evaluating HD/CS program objectives for performance improvements. (3) Deliver high-level briefings to senior leadership and producing comprehensive, data-driven reports and assessments on HD/CS programs, policies, and operational issues. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-14).

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
  • Planning and Evaluating
  • Administration and Management
  • Technical Competence



Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-14).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

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.
  • This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) Administrative and Management Career Field position.
  • 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.

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.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

This recruitment is using a Structured Resume Review assessment process. Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your
resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. SMEs will
review your resume, starting at your work experience. SMEs will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g.,
cover letter, links embedded in your resume). Applicants passing the structured resume review will move on to the next phase
of the assessment process.


U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command

Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
SB-W0VLAA US ARMY MSCOE
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
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