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.
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, streamlining the process to align with private industry practices. Candidates identified for potential selection will be assessed against the ECQs by undergoing 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 relative to the technical 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 MTQs through resume review, assessments, and/or interview in a later stage of the hiring process.
A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification Requirements:
This is a
Financial Management Level (Level 3) Certified position IAW NDAA 2012 and DoDI 1300.26. The incumbent of the position shall comply with the requirements of this certification program. Executives occupying FM designated positions must complete the required certification no later than two years from notification of the requirement.
Business-FM Advanced (CAP):
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This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless specifically waived by the appropriate component official (i.e., the Director of Acquisition Career Management for the Component, the Service Acquisition Executive, or the Service Secretary), the following are statutorily mandated requirements (Reference 10 U.S.C. 1731 and 1737):
a. Ten (10) years acquisition experience in an AWF position, at least 4 years of which was performed while assigned to a CAP.
b. Selectee must execute, as a condition of employment, a written agreement to remain in federal service in this position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment.
c. Selectee must meet Advanced level certification requirements in Business - Financial Management or must be able to meet Advanced certification within 4 years (48 months) of assignment.
d. Selectee must have 6 years in acquisition financial management leadership billet (within acquisition major program office, PEO, or Service/Component/HQ/equivalent level).
e. Selectee must meet 80 hours of continuous learning requirements within the designated timeframe (80 hours of continuing learning (CL) every 2 years (with a goal of engaging in 40 hours annually)).
B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management and must demonstrate the TQs in the resume or you will be found ineligible.
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eflect superior technical qualifications as evidenced by the following factors:
(a) Demonstrated knowledge and professional experience in economic analyses and business practices.
(b) Demonstrated knowledge and professional experience in activities associated with Independent Cost Estimates and the Defense Acquisition Board Process.
(c) Demonstrated knowledge and professional experience in activities associated with DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Executing System (PPBES).
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Demonstrate ability to lead a large complex organization involving top-level management leadership in the following
- Responding to relevant customer requirements (operational, user, and DAF policymaker)
- Partnering with industry and academia
In addition, DoD 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 DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives.