Job Requirements
Lackland AFB, TX
Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$151,662 - $209,600
Job Description
Duties
The AFCEC Deputy Director serves as a senior executive leader for a 2,100-person Primary Staff Unit (PSU), providing full-spectrum installation engineering, infrastructure management, and environmental oversight for the Department of the Air Force (DAF) across more than 75 global sites.
The AFCEC Deputy Director provides critical support to the AFCEC Commander in leading a diverse workforce of approximately 2,100 personnel. This role is responsible for a comprehensive portfolio that includes responsive installation engineering, enterprise infrastructure acquisition, facility investment planning, and design and construction oversight. The Deputy Director ensures operational excellence across Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), Tyndall AFB, and 75 additional worldwide locations. By integrating advanced acquisition and program management principles, the incumbent develops expeditionary Concept of Operations (CONOPs) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to enhance mission readiness for both the Air Force and Space Force.
As a primary DAF representative, the Deputy Director engages in significant interaction at the General Officer (GO) and Senior Executive Service (SES) levels. They interface regularly with national, state, and local elected officials, as well as senior leadership from other government agencies such as the Department of State, Department of Energy, EPA, and the Bureau of Land Management. Furthermore, the Deputy Director represents DAF Civil Engineer interests within prominent industry forums-including SAME, AGC, and DBIA-and maintains direct lines of communication with industry CEOs and COOs regarding housing, energy, and construction trends. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between government requirements and industry capabilities.
A core responsibility of the Deputy Director is the mentorship and development of the total force. The incumbent is tasked with creating an open, inclusive work environment free of bias, harassment, or discrimination, ensuring all employees feel valued. By participating in Management Level Reviews and Developmental Teams, they proactively build effective teams within AFCEC and across the AFIMSC enterprise. The Deputy Director leads complex negotiations, such as those involving utility rate issues, and excels at building consensus to resolve internal and external conflicts. Their leadership is defined by a dedication to process improvement and the implementation of change initiatives that support the functional requirements of the DAF.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
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.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs) : Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications.
TQ1. The incumbent must have mature professional judgment essential to enable the incumbent to represent a military department in both strategic and technical discussions and negotiations throughout the DoW and the Federal Government. The incumbent must be able to supplement expertise with ingenuity, resourcefulness, creativity, and strategic thought in order to devise new ways to approach both continuing and unprecedented challenges. The incumbent requires comprehensive and expert knowledge of the wide range of Presidential directives, Federal statutes, DoW and Air Force policies and processes governing classified and unclassified functions and programs.
TQ2. This position is required to provide leadership of the single organization responsible for all AF real property and infrastructure facilities valued at $460B. Required to ensure AF compliance with public law and executive orders on all environmental, military construction, energy, housing, emergency management and real property matters. Position directly executes $10.5B in MILCON, Restoration and Modernization, Environmental, and Real Property projects in CONUS, OCONUS and contingency AORs. Manages and indirectly influences execution of A&AS, A&E Services, Construction Services, and operations contracts valued at $38.2B as well as $10B housing privatization and $251M enhanced use leased portfolios.
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 organization's 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 OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Education
A Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate professional or administrative discipline and an advanced degree in engineering or related technical or management field are highly desirable.
Additional information
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 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: $151,662.00 - $209,600.00 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 DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
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.
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The AFCEC Deputy Director serves as a senior executive leader for a 2,100-person Primary Staff Unit (PSU), providing full-spectrum installation engineering, infrastructure management, and environmental oversight for the Department of the Air Force (DAF) across more than 75 global sites.
The AFCEC Deputy Director provides critical support to the AFCEC Commander in leading a diverse workforce of approximately 2,100 personnel. This role is responsible for a comprehensive portfolio that includes responsive installation engineering, enterprise infrastructure acquisition, facility investment planning, and design and construction oversight. The Deputy Director ensures operational excellence across Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), Tyndall AFB, and 75 additional worldwide locations. By integrating advanced acquisition and program management principles, the incumbent develops expeditionary Concept of Operations (CONOPs) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to enhance mission readiness for both the Air Force and Space Force.
As a primary DAF representative, the Deputy Director engages in significant interaction at the General Officer (GO) and Senior Executive Service (SES) levels. They interface regularly with national, state, and local elected officials, as well as senior leadership from other government agencies such as the Department of State, Department of Energy, EPA, and the Bureau of Land Management. Furthermore, the Deputy Director represents DAF Civil Engineer interests within prominent industry forums-including SAME, AGC, and DBIA-and maintains direct lines of communication with industry CEOs and COOs regarding housing, energy, and construction trends. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between government requirements and industry capabilities.
A core responsibility of the Deputy Director is the mentorship and development of the total force. The incumbent is tasked with creating an open, inclusive work environment free of bias, harassment, or discrimination, ensuring all employees feel valued. By participating in Management Level Reviews and Developmental Teams, they proactively build effective teams within AFCEC and across the AFIMSC enterprise. The Deputy Director leads complex negotiations, such as those involving utility rate issues, and excels at building consensus to resolve internal and external conflicts. Their leadership is defined by a dedication to process improvement and the implementation of change initiatives that support the functional requirements of the DAF.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- 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 DoW 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.
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.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs) : Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications.
TQ1. The incumbent must have mature professional judgment essential to enable the incumbent to represent a military department in both strategic and technical discussions and negotiations throughout the DoW and the Federal Government. The incumbent must be able to supplement expertise with ingenuity, resourcefulness, creativity, and strategic thought in order to devise new ways to approach both continuing and unprecedented challenges. The incumbent requires comprehensive and expert knowledge of the wide range of Presidential directives, Federal statutes, DoW and Air Force policies and processes governing classified and unclassified functions and programs.
TQ2. This position is required to provide leadership of the single organization responsible for all AF real property and infrastructure facilities valued at $460B. Required to ensure AF compliance with public law and executive orders on all environmental, military construction, energy, housing, emergency management and real property matters. Position directly executes $10.5B in MILCON, Restoration and Modernization, Environmental, and Real Property projects in CONUS, OCONUS and contingency AORs. Manages and indirectly influences execution of A&AS, A&E Services, Construction Services, and operations contracts valued at $38.2B as well as $10B housing privatization and $251M enhanced use leased portfolios.
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 organization's 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 OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Education
A Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate professional or administrative discipline and an advanced degree in engineering or related technical or management field are highly desirable.
Additional information
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 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: $151,662.00 - $209,600.00 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 DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
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.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties, click .
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