CHIEF OF STAFF

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a functional/technical authority that ensures the J5 Directorate effectively develops and implements national security policy, future plans, and strategy across all USSPACECOM mission areas by providing expert leadership, guidance, and integration, enabling the Directorate to deliver optimal military advice to agency leaders.

• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time.
• Directs the strategic integration of policy, plans, and operations across the J5 Directorate and with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with national security objectives and maximizing USSPACECOM's effectiveness in the space domain.
• Provides authoritative strategic guidance and oversight on matters related to the development and implementation of plans, policy, and operations, serving as a recognized authority on space policy and strategy for the J5 Command Team.
• Oversees the planning and execution of J5's operational and administrative activities, ensuring seamless alignment with the Commander's objectives and priorities. Identifies and mitigates risks, developing and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies and plans to ensure the successful execution of critical missions.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• The employee may be required to work uncommon tour of duty hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent. Employee may be required to accomplish additional duties as assigned.
• This is a Centrally Managed position in the Operations career field.
• "This is a Supervisory Position." A 1 year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment (Cont.)

• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires the employee obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF), which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continue through full resumption of all functions IAW, DoDI 3020- 42, Defense Continuity Programs.

Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector). Examples of specialized experience includes Expert knowledge of national security policy and strategy: Possesses a demonstrated mastery of U.S. national security objectives, strategies, and relevant policies, including the National Military Strategy, the Unified Command Plan, and space-related directives. Able to interpret complex policy directives, anticipate future challenges, and develop innovative solutions that align with national security priorities. Extensive knowledge of space domain awareness: Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the space environment, including potential threats, vulnerabilities, and opportunities, with a focus on emerging technologies, adversarial capabilities, and international activities. Able to leverage this knowledge to provide informed assessments and recommendations to senior leaders. superior skill in strategic communication: Exceptional ability to integrate complex information: Exhibits a proven ability to synthesize diverse data from intelligence reports, policy documents, operational data, and open-source information to identify key trends, assess potential risks, and develop actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making. Demonstrated ability to influence and persuade: Possesses a proven ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and gain support for strategic initiatives and policy recommendations from various stakeholders, including senior leaders, interagency partners, international allies, and the commercial space sector.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Expert knowledge of national security policy and strategy: Possesses a demonstrated mastery of U.S. national security objectives, strategies, and relevant policies, including the National Military Strategy, the Unified Command Plan, and space-related directives. Able to interpret complex policy directives, anticipate future challenges, and develop innovative solutions that align with national security priorities.
• Extensive knowledge of space domain awareness: Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the space environment, including potential threats, vulnerabilities, and opportunities, with a focus on emerging technologies, adversarial capabilities, and international activities. Able to leverage this knowledge to provide informed assessments and recommendations to senior leaders.
• Superior skill in strategic communication: Demonstrates a highly refined ability to clearly and persuasively communicate complex ideas, strategic visions, and policy recommendations to diverse audiences, including senior leaders, interagency partners, international allies, and the public. Able to craft compelling presentations, write persuasive policy papers, and effectively represent organizational interests in various forums.
• Exceptional ability to integrate complex information: Exhibits a proven ability to synthesize diverse data from intelligence reports, policy documents, operational data, and open-source information to identify key trends, assess potential risks, and develop actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and persuade: Possesses a proven ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and gain support for strategic initiatives and policy recommendations from various stakeholders, including senior leaders, interagency partners, international allies, and the commercial space sector. Able to negotiate effectively, resolve conflicts, and build strong working relationships.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

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 for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "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 for additional information.