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Defense Acquisition University PROFESSOR OF EXECUTIVE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT in Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Summary This position is covered under the Federal Excepted Service under Title 10 United States Code, Section 1746 and Title 5, Code of Federal Regulations Schedule A, Section 213.3106(h). Responsibilities DSMC faculty develop and manage dynamic curricula, teach and facilitate classroom and on-line classes, mentor course participants, are actively engaged in providing expert consulting and tailored training to assist program management teams solve immediate workplace challenges. DSMC activities target acquisition workforce leaders, executives and practitioners with the goal of providing opportunities to hone critical thinking, analysis, and decision-making skills around complex acquisition challenges. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Convey expertise and experience that demonstrates the ability to accomplish program objectives for development, production, and sustainment to meet the user's acquisition and operational needs. Convey extensive acquisition program management knowledge and experience in applying DoD Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) pathways for the development, procurement and sustainment of capabilities, which may include acquisition of Services; Major Systems Acquisition; Defense Business Systems, Middle Tier of Acquisition, Urgent Capability Acquisition, and Software acquisition. Convey the competencies and skills required for the leadership and program management of acquisition programs, and management of key acquisition activities across the spectrum of the DoD acquisition system framework/phases. Provide Executive Education for acquisition professionals and their industry counterparts who have completed their functional requirements for practitioners, advanced or professional certification, or equivalent credits. Support and deliver fully tailored and individualized curriculum for DoD Senior Executives, Flag/General Officers, and Congressional Members and Staff that provides acquisition knowledge at the point of need. Support a specific customer request to meet mission needs in multiple areas that may include innovative techniques to solve hard problems, applying an agile mindset, approaches to software development and deployment, engaging industry, and/or managing stakeholders. Deliver training as a subject matter expert that improves the outcome for a program office. Areas may include contracting strategies/types, supply chain resilience, cybersecurity, risk management and opportunity, or understanding financial documents. Provide one-on-one executive coaching for senior leaders in the acquisition workforce. Provide expertise and ability to lead and deploy major policy change initiatives and training events/forums in support of Senior OSD and Service Leadership. Represent DSMC and DAU Leadership on OSD, Service, and Industry Steering Groups for major policy and change initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned Faculty Duties: Creates and/or delivers learning assets and content as needed, and coordinates with partner divisions that manage related curriculum, or that control DAU processes and tools Stays abreast of changes and trends in primary functional area, continuously researching, gaining and sharing knowledge in federal communities of practice. Pursues and maintains digital and data analysis fluency that align with DAU and primary functional area best practices in public and private industry. Maintains currency in, and actively uses university technology, digital and social media platforms. Focus on the needs of the customer in a modern learning and business environment that is subject to continual change with respect to platforms, networks and delivery. Serves as a thinking partner with stakeholders and customers, continuously improving product and service delivery to provide the right knowledge and service the point of need through synchronous and asynchronous methods. Builds relationships and collaborates with peers and program management leaders from all organizations within the area of responsibility. Elicits feedback to shape the policies, processes and procedures that produce a frictionless experience for the customers and stakeholders. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for this position at a respective band/grade level, you must demonstrate in your resume/application that you possess the required years of specialized experience equivalent to one band/grade-level lower (or equivalent) to include having specialized experience directly relating to the specific duties of the position, and demonstrate that you have the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully with the experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge in: Experience leading or supporting senior-level acquisition programs, especially major programs, at various phases of an acquisition life cycle. Experience and senior technical level skills in an acquisition program, gained through a myriad of acquisition life cycle programs including, but not be limited to, experience gained through senior level oversight of acquisition programs, including high visibility programs with executive interest and equity programs. If applicable, in addition to the above qualifications, the following as been determined to be a Quality Ranking Factor. Applicants who possess QRFs are considered to be Well-Qualified. Experience and in-depth knowledge of the Defense Acquisition System, including in-depth knowledge and experience of the interrelationships among its elements, the requirements process and Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE). Experiences in a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) or high visibility programs with congressional interest or other agency oversight programs. 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 DAU Faculty Pay Band Minimum Education and Specialized Experience Requirements: DAU Pay Band A (AD-11) (Equivalent to a GS-09 through GS-13 General Schedule grade equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience: Basic requirements for Band A include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree and up to four years of experience in the appropriate functional area. DAU Pay Band B (AD-12) (Equivalent to a GS-14 General Schedule grade equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience: Basic requirements for Band B include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree in an appropriate discipline and a minimum of six years of experience in the appropriate functional area. Advanced degrees are highly desired in Band B. DAU Pay Band C (AD-13) (Equivalent to a GS-15 General Schedule grade equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience: Basic requirements for Band C include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree in an appropriate discipline and a minimum of eight years of experience in the appropriate functional area. Advanced degrees are highly desired in Band C. Please note: Technical certifications and/or experience may be approved by the DAU Chief of Staff (delegated from the DAU President) to meet the needs of the University. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with your application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information This position is in the Excepted Service. For more information regarding Excepted Service employment please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/service/ If you are a current Federal civilian employee in the Federal Competitive Service, if selected, you must sign a statement of understanding acknowledging you are transitioning from the Federal Competitive Service to the Federal Excepted Service. Initial appointment is made for a period of three years, conditional upon satisfactory completion of a DAU probationary period of two years. At the one year mark, as part of an annual review, consideration is given to extending the appointment; thus at any one time moving beyond that point an employee will have two years remaining. DAU requires reporting to the assigned duty location during each pay period. DAU supports part-time telework, but remote work and full-time telework are not offered. Final Duty Location Determined Upon Selection. DAU participates in e-Verify with the Department of Homeland Security and United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. May be required to provide a brief presentation or work sample(s) during the initial interview. If selected for this position, you must be able to start employment within 30 days of acceptance (unless otherwise approved by DAU). Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. 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 here for more information. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement, and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.