Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. This position serves as the Deputy Director of Operations for USTRANSCOM. The incumbent will support the USTRANSCOM mission to provide full-spectrum global mobility solutions and related enabling capabilities for supported customers' requirements in peace and war. Responsibilities As the Deputy Director of Operations, you will serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, sharing full responsibility for directing the full spectrum of global mobility operations. In this role, you will: Provide executive leadership and direction for a diverse team of over 540 military, civilian, and contractor personnel. Oversee a vast operational portfolio including Current and Global Operations, Cyberspace Operations, Mission Assurance, Joint Training, and Strategic Integration. Direct the 24/7/365 Global Operations Center, synchronizing the dynamic, worldwide repositioning of strategic air, sea, and land mobility assets to meet global mission requirements in support of Combatant Commands. Champion the integration of defensive cyberspace operations, ensuring the seamless fusion of cyber capabilities, intelligence, and planning to protect and enable the USTRANSCOM mission. Act as the command's primary liaison and advisor on mission assurance, readiness reporting, and emergency management. Coordinate with component commands, the Joint Staff, and other federal agencies on security and continuity of operations (COOP) initiatives. Develop and issue strategic guidance and instructions to subordinate commands and staff, ensuring alignment with the command's objectives. Represent USTRANSCOM at the highest levels of government, engaging with senior executives to influence program and policy decisions. In the absence of the Director, provide seamless leadership continuity, assuming full responsibility for the directorate's global mission and providing historical knowledge and direction. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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 later. A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Education Requirement: An undergraduate degree is desired. A master's or advanced degree is highly desired. In addition, extensive experience in military operations is highly desired. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the resume. Expert/experiential knowledge of DoW logistics enterprise, DoW supply chain process, general business supply chain practices, Joint Capability Integration and Development Systems analysis process, and a broad and thorough knowledge of deployment and distribution systems used across the Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise. Demonstrated success in leading large complex strategic global Operations across the domains of air, land, sea, space and cyber, including establishing policies and procedures, requirements validation, resource allocation, balancing managerial, technical and functional considerations, and directing operational support and assessment while sustaining successful engagement and alignment with inter/intra-agency partners. 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 This position does not have an education requirement; however, an undergraduate degree is desired. A master's or advanced degree is highly desired. 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. (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: Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons. 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. 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 here for additional information. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties, click here.
