Deputy Director Secuirty Forces

Duties
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Serves as the Deputy Director for Security Forces - which is located within (AF/A4S) - and supports the Deputy Chief of Staff, Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection (AF/A4). Provides executive leadership and direction, broad technical knowledge, and executive-level strategic continuity for all security forces and force protection programs. Leads 37,000 members worldwide in security and law enforcement functions, responsible for protecting a total force population of 575,000 Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve and overseeing all matters concerning the utilization, development, and career field management of the civilian security forces. Responsibilities encompass the areas of anti-terrorism, force protection, physical security, nuclear security, law enforcement, investigations, working dogs, small arms and munitions, installation defense, and corrections/confinement. The Deputy Director represents the Air Force in direct consultations and negotiations with federal agencies and state governments and influences national security policy, advising the Director of Security Forces on the current state of policy evolution within the Department of Defense and Joint communities.

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Position has been designated Critical-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 Force's 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 DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.

Qualifications

Under the new process, at the initial application stage for Senior Executive Service (SES) positions, applicants are no longer required to submit lengthy narrative essays, including those for Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). Instead, the initial application will be resume-only, capped at two pages, streamlining the process to align with private industry practices. However, candidates who are identified for potential selection will later undergo a structured interview assessment with OPM's Qualifications Review Board (QRB). This interview, based on the new Executive Core Qualifications, will replace the previous narrative essay requirement at this subsequent stage of the hiring process.

Qualification Requirements: Your 2-page resume must demonstrate the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments to the qualifications. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. At this time, only a resume (capped at 2 pages) is required. A panel may assess whether you possess the required ECQs and MTQs through resume review, assessments, and/or interview.

A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education Requirement: A master's or advanced degree in Management, Criminal Justice, Public Policy or related disciplines from an accredited institution is highly desired.

B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following:

1. Demonstrate strategic level experience leading large organizations with multi-functional disciplines, with superior knowledge and operational experience in force protection, including experience in controls, and metrics to develop policy capabilities as well as a possess a basic understanding of Security Forces business systems.

2. Proven executive level experience conducting financial management and analysis of Appropriated Funds for all aspects of PPBE: Operation and Maintenance; Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E); Procurement; and Military Construction.

3. Integrating and collaborating enterprise-wide security and law enforcement activities and programs with other DoD components, federal agencies, industry, and academia.

In addition, DoW 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 DoW or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should 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. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the resume.

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, attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certificate of Completion of SESCDP) of your eligibility for appointment to the SES.

Education

A master's or advanced degree in Management, Criminal Justice, Public Policy or related disciplines from an accredited institution is highly desired.

Additional information

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: $186,207.00 - $209,600.00 per annum. (DAF 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: Open to all US Citizens

Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES 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 DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

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

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 .

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