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Chief, Management Support and Human Resources, SYD 89

Department of the Air Force
Space Systems Command
United States Space Force / Space Systems Command / Systems Delta 89

Summary

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Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/30/2026 to 04/06/2026
Salary
$90,479 - $139,871 per year

Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS 12/13 Equivalent.

Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Kirtland AFB, NM
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - 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
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
SF-FY26-6S-NH-301-3-SPLASH
Control number
863170600

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The United States Space Force (USSF) at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM is searching for a Chief for Management Support and Human Resources, SYD 89 (NH-0301-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent).

Description:
Are you a strategic leader passionate about shaping the workforce behind our nation's most advanced space capabilities? Space Systems Command (SSC) is searching for a Chief of Management Support and Human Resources to lead a critical team at the heart of our innovative mission. This is your chance to move beyond the theoretical and make a tangible impact by directing the human resources and management support functions that empower our acquisition and technology experts. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to guide a dedicated team, we want you to apply.

In this role, you will be the cornerstone of our Management Operations Division, providing expert guidance on all aspects of civilian and military personnel management, long-range manpower planning, and workforce development. Your daily mission will involve leading and mentoring your team, setting priorities to meet customer needs, and serving as the primary advisor to senior leadership on complex HR and organizational issues. You will drive the strategy for recruitment, development, and retention, oversee the command's acquisition training program (APDP), and build effective relationships across the organization to ensure our team is resourced and ready to deliver the future of space power.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a strong background in Federal Human Resources and Manpower management. You have proven experience as a supervisor, with a demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of specialists. Your background should include a practical knowledge of federal personnel statutes, safety and security regulations, and management principles necessary to direct the functions of a small to medium-sized organization. We are looking for an exceptional communicator who can effectively liaise with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders. Experience with the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) and overseeing an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) is highly desirable. An active or eligibility for a Secret security clearance is required.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of management principles of the management operations division.
2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
3. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
5. Practical knowledge and understanding of federal statutes and guidelines governing manpower, military and civilian personnel management and administration.
6. Knowledge of Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) policies and procedures.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S Citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Safeguards classified or sensitive budget-related information and/or files.
  • May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
  • Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
  • This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
  • Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
  • PCS / relocation funding is authorized.

Qualifications

The 0301 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Space Systems Command

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.

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Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email
HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil
Address
USSF - Space Systems Command
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US

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