Dir, Workforce & Mgmt Svcs Job in Springfield, VA

Vacancy No. 20260209 Department National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Salary $151,661.00 to $209,600.00 Grade 01 to 01
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 6/30/2026 Close Date 7/13/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Springfield, VA


Dir, Workforce & Mgmt Svcs

Department of Defense
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Summary

Director, Workforce and Management Services

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Senior executives

Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

Clarification from the agency

External Applicants Only

Duties

The Director, Workforce Management and Support (HDC) oversees critical Human Resources programs in support of the agency's Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO). This position is responsible for executing programs that include, but are not limited to: employee benefits, work-life and employee assistance programs, performance management, awards, employee relations oversight, relocation, human resource records, Human Capital Policy, compensation, operational services supporting Personnel Action Request processing, affiliate/CIA-detailee support, and the HD Contact Center. Provides consultation and serves as the principal advisor for HR operations to the CHCO. In addition, the Director, HDC will provide strategic direction on human capital matters that positively influence the execution of HD programs to leverage human talent to its fullest potential. Represents NGA at various human capital fora with the Intelligence Community, Department of War and Federal Government.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Represent NGA as a SME regarding compensation, employee benefits, relocation, performance management, employee relations, and other key functional areas within HDC.
* Manage day-to-day operations of the HDC Office and set goals/objectives that align to the HD Directorate priorities and NGA's Strategic Priorities.
* Utilize automation, augmentation and artificial intelligence to optimize delivery of HDC products and services.
* Assess new projects and/or initiatives from a viability and feasibility perspective. Determine areas of investment and deliver requirements (technical and non-technical) that help sustain and improve HDC operations.
* Using human capital data and other sources of information, develop agency human capital policy with built-in flexibility to adjust based on external factors.
* Effectively manage resources across HDC's portfolio and lead people and programs to achieve mission success.
* Develop systems and standards for the administration and management of approved plans and programs
* Participate in a primary role for planning, programming, and budgeting activities
* Initiate programs and actions to ensure adherence to Component/agency-wide policies and national security objectives

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
  • Security Investigation

SPECIAL INFO:

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Applicant selected for this position is subject to the completion of a one-year DISL trial period. (Applicants selected from outside NGA may be required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period if they have not already done so.)

2. This position requires access to classified Defense Department and Intelligence Community information. The individual selected must already possess, or be immediately eligible for, a TOP SECRET security clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. U.S. citizenship is required for the granting of a security clearance. Successful completion of a polygraph examination is required for employment by NGA.

3. This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). Incumbent will be required to file an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278) with the NGA Office of General Counsel.

4. Employment is subject to requirements of the NGA Drug Testing Program.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

1.DISL positions are established to provide the highest levels of functional and technical expertise by individuals who are recognized leaders and authorities in a specialized field or functional area. The difficulty, complexity, and novelty of DISL work requires creativity, mastery of subject-matter field, and recognition of the professional community. DISL positions have minimal supervisory responsibilities (generally, no more than 25% of work time) and do not have the organization or program management responsibilities as DISES positions.

2. Joint Duty Credit: All NGA executive level positions require Joint Duty credit. Employees will receive joint duty credit in a majority of service or rotational assignments that were at least at the GS/GG-11 or DCIPS Pay Band 3 level, and generally for at least one year, or for 179 days or more when deployed to a designated combat zone on or after September 11, 2001.

Note: Applicants without Joint Duty credit may apply for the position and can be considered. If selected, a waiver would be required prior to final appointment or provide proof of Joint Dut qualifying experience.


Qualifications

Eligibility for this executive level position will be based upon a clear demonstration that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out the assignments of the position. Successful applicants will be distinguished from other applicants by a review of the Executive Competencies, Technical Competencies, Technical Qualifications, Executive Core Qualifications, Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualifications, and Education Requirements, if required. An applicant's resume must show that their experience, education and accomplishments reflect the competence and professional standing required to provide expertise needed for this position.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs)

Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualifications (ICSOCQ): Leading the Intelligence Enterprise. This core qualification involves the ability to integrate resources, information, interests, and activities effectively in support of the Intelligence Community's (IC) mission and to lead and leverage cross-organizational collaborative networks to achieve significant mission results. Inherent to this senior officer qualification is a deep understanding of the Intelligence enterprise and a shared commitment to the IC's core values.

TQ 1. Demonstrated experience leading human capital initiatives that have organizational-wide impacts.
TQ 2. Demonstrated experience representing organizational interests at DoW, IC, OMB/OPM, Congressional, and other external engagements.
TQ 3. Expert technical knowledge of core human capital functions such as benefits, policy, awards, and employee relations.
TQ 4. Proven ability to deliver information, research, and/or workforce insights under short deadlines.
TQ 5. Demonstrated ability leading critical human capital programs and teams of professionals to achieve organizational results.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of various HR policies/laws, processes, programs, contract management, and performance management.
2. Expert interpersonal skills used to build and sustain positive relationships both internal and external to the organization.
3. Demonstrated experience implementing organizational transformation and change and evaluating results.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of managing compensation (awards, incentives, pay setting, etc.)

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

NGA will review your online application to verify you meet the positions requirements including:
* Executive and Technical Competencies
* Technical Qualifications, Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualifications, and Executive Core Qualifications
* Work Experience, Required education, certifications, and licenses.

What You Need to Demonstrate
Your application must provide clear, specific examples of your claimed experience. Applications without sufficient detail will not move forward. Your experience should show you can perform the job duties immediately and successfully.

Experience Requirements
Qualifying experience can come from public or private sector roles but must clearly demonstrate the competencies needed for this position. The most competitive candidates will have experience directly related to the advertised role.

Selection Process
1. A panel of senior representatives with relevant functional expertise will evaluate against the Qualification Requirements
2. Candidates whose responses best demonstrate the required qualifications, experience, education, and accomplishments will be selected for interviews.

Military retiree applicants, if selected, may be impacted by the 180-day appointment restrictions of DODI 1402.01.

Applicants are encouraged to provide any education or degree information referenced in the announcement that is relevant. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted.

All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.

NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at recruitment@nga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis

Applicants may not be contacted unless they are selected for further consideration.

Required Documents

None

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Application submission involves applying using NGA's online application process at NGA Careers Portal. Additional information concerning NGA's hiring process can be found by visiting NGA Hiring Process.

All announcements close at 11:59PM EDT on the closing date listed. Be sure to complete and submit your application by that time in order to be considered.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

To receive FULL consideration, you must submit the following materials via our online portal.

RESUME: Applicants are required to submit a resume no more than two-pages in length using the Times New Roman font in sizes 10-12 and 1-inch margin. If more than two pages are submitted, you will be deemed ineligible for further consideration due to not meeting the resume page number requirement. Your resume should include examples of the experience, education, and accomplishments related to the qualifications. Upload using the "Other" attachment option in the application.

ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD: Submit an Accomplishment Record that addresses the following Executive Competencies and Technical Competencies.

Executive Competencies:

1. Accountability - Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, trained and retained. Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
2. Operational Mindset - Effectively translates strategies into actionable steps and processes. Partners effectively with stakeholders to drive adoption and addresses blockers to ensure successful implementation.

Technical Qualifications:

1. Human Resources - demonstrated effectiveness leading HR functions such as benefits, policy, compensation, recruitment, training, and/or workforce planning.
2. Customer Support - ability to assess needs, provide information or services, resolve problems, and commit to provide quality products and services.
3. Innovative Approaches - ability to challenge traditional methods to generate or adopt structured creative strategies to improve products and processes.

The record must not exceed five (5) pages total, must use the Times New Roman font in sizes 10-12 and 1-inch margin, with a maximum of one (1) page per competency. Upload using the "Other" attachment option in the application.

To submit your materials through our online portal:
1. Go to careers.nga.mil
2. Your first visit? Click "New User" to create an account or "Sign In" to an existing account
3. Click "View All Jobs" or search for "Director, Workforce and Management Services"
4. Click on the position
5. Click "Apply for Job" box in the top right corner
6. Complete the application
7. Review and click "Submit" in the top right corner

ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Both applicants for employment and current employees of NGA are entitled to request religious accommodations from generally applicable employment-related rules and requirements, so long as the accommodation requested would not result in an undue hardship to the conduct of NGA's business.

Full application requirements can be located at: http://www.nga.mil/careers/Senior_Executive_Positions.html

Agency contact information

Recruitment
Phone
571-557-1999
Email
Recruitment@nga.mil
Address
NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
Mailstop: S44-HDR
7500 GEOINT Drive
Springfield, VA 22150
US

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National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Agency contact information

Recruitment
Phone
571-557-1999
Email
Recruitment@nga.mil
Address
NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
Mailstop: S44-HDR
7500 GEOINT Drive
Springfield, VA 22150
US

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