Deputy Assistant Secretary for Special Programs

Summary

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This role is responsible for the planning development coordination and direction of all Special Access Program activities associated with the Department of the Air Force to include budget formulation justification and execution Air Force-wide.

Duties

Architects a Dual Financial Ecosystem: Orchestrates a sophisticated financial enterprise that operates in both standard and compartmented environments. Designs and governs unique often non-standard accounting and funding frameworks specifically for classified activities ensuring these bespoke systems provide absolute discretion and auditability while seamlessly integrating with the DAFs overall financial structure.

Drives Secure Financial Innovation for Mission Assurance: Champions the development of agile and resilient financial systems capable of operating within highly secure and often disconnected environments. As the designated Accounting and Finance Officer (AFO) for Special Programs engineers and directs clandestine funding and disbursement channels which protect operational security and provide
the mission-critical resources required for strategic deterrence and technological superiority.

Cultivates an Elite Cadre of Cleared Financial Experts: Leads a highly vetted organization of military civilian and contractor personnel setting the standard for excellence in classified financial management. Oversees a leadership pipeline entrusted with the nations most sensitive fiscal information ensuring they possess the unique skills and unwavering integrity required to operate in a high-stakes zero-fail environment.

Forges a Unified and Resilient Special Programs Team: Builds a cohesive high-impact culture that thrives on complexity and discretion. Optimizes the teams structure and capabilities to ensure the execution of unconventional financial operations unifying diverse experts toward the common goal of protecting and enabling the DOWs most vital secrets.

Serves as the Trusted Insider and Senior Counsel on Classified Resourcing: Acts as the principal financial advisor to DAFs top leadership on the resourcing of all classified and Special Access Programs. Provides expert guidance critical in shaping strategic decisions on sensitive capabilities ensuring that financial realities and opportunities are fully considered in the nations most secret defense plans.

Defends Sensitive Programs at the Highest Levels of Government: Represents and justifies the unique fiscal requirements of the special programs portfolio before select committees in Congress the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the Office of the Secretary of War. Leverages deep subject matter expertise and established trust to navigate classified budgetary debates and secure the protected funding essential for maintaining a decisive strategic advantage.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement
• Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
• Position has been designated Special-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564 dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
• Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
• Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
• An initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
• Attendance to the Air Forces Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) is generally required within 12 months of appointment subject to course availability.
• Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18 United States Code.
• 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.
• Mission Essential: This is a Mission Essential (ME) Position

Qualifications

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective leadership vision broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations functions and locations. Candidates will not be hired based on their race sex color religion or national origin.

In accordance with new OPM requirements to streamline Senior Executive Service (SES) hiring applicants are no longer required to submit lengthy narrative essays including those for Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or Mandatory Technical Qualifications (TQs) when applying. Instead the initial application will be resume-only capped at two pages. This change streamlines the application process and more closely aligns with private industry practices. Applicants identified for potential selection will have their ECQs assessed by undergoing a structured interview with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB).

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

This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012 Public Law 112-81 Subtitle F-Financial Management Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.

The incumbent must have DAWIA Level III certification in Business-Financial Management or be able to obtain within 24 months. Ten years of acquisition experience or equivalent four of which were in a Critical Acquisition Position or equivalent is highly desired.

This is a Key Leadership Position (KLP) which carries significant responsibility primarily involving supervisory or managerial duties in acquisition. A 3-year tenure agreement is required for the position. Please indicate in your resume the level and source of certification or eligibility for certification.

Mission Essential: This is a Mission Essential (ME) Position. The position performs Mission Essential Functions (MEFs) of which certain MEFs must continue uninterrupted or resumed during the first 12 hours after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions IAW DoDI 3020-42 Defense Continuity Plan Development dated February 17 2006 certified
current as of April 27 2011

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

TQ1. Demonstrated expert knowledge and experience in the Department of War corporate PPBE process regarding financial management matters related to operating developing acquiring & sustaining weapon systems. Demonstrated mastery as a key financial advisor to executive leadership on the resourcing of critical capabilities. Proven success representing and justifying multi-billion dollar defense congressional committees the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and senior defense officials. Expert capability in navigating complex high-stakes budget negotiations to secure and protect critical funding for strategic national security assets.

TQ2 . Demonstrated ability to govern and direct financial ecosystems operating across standard and complex environments. Proven expertise in designing and supporting accounting and funding frameworks. The ideal candidate will have experience with financial policy and systems that support Special Access Programs (SAPs) and intelligence portfolios maintaining strict operational security and auditability standards.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs) : All new appointees to the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the five mandatory ECQs:

ECQ 1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: 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: 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: Demonstrated knowledge ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4. Leading People: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organizations 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: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results and to align results to stated goals from superiors Please note : If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program or have SES reinstatement eligibility you must attach proof (e.g. SF-50 or Certification by OPMs SES Qualifications Review Board) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.C.

JOINT DUTY ASSIGNMENT REQUIREMENT : Joint IC Duty certification is a prerequisite for appointment to senior executive senior professional and DCIPS positions classified above GG grade 15.

NOTE: Applicants without Joint Duty Credit are still highly encouraged to apply for the position and this requirement can be waived. Candidates for this position will be reviewed for receipt of joint duty credit. You must provide evidence of having obtained joint duty credit by submitting a previously approved Joint Duty Claim Form(s) or by requesting approval of a joint duty claim by submitting the Joint Duty Claim Form with supporting documentation. Your claim will be reviewed approved/disapproved and returned to you. Information to include forms and instructions on joint duty can be found on the JDA website by clicking the link below. JDA Website and from:

Education

Education: A bachelors degree from an accredited institution is desired. A masters or advanced degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. An undergraduate technical degree or an advanced degree in either a technical or management field is highly desired.

Additional information

In addition DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives must demonstrate an 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.

Tiering: The Department of the Air Force structures its SES positions into 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.

Salary: $186207.00 - $209600.00 per annum. (Air Force Tier 1) SES members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary. SES members are eligible for Performance-Based Salary increases and/or bonuses.

Area of Consideration: Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons.

Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES and DISES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES and DISES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.

Veterans Preference: Veterans preference is not applicable to the SES.

Relocation Authorized: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be offered.

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.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017 Public Lawthe Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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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.

Required Experience:

Junior IC