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).

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for DAU's West Region. Supports the planning, development and implementation of acquisition education and training programs specified in Chapter 87 of Title 10, United States Code, Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 5000.57, DoD Directive 5000.66 and related DoD policy addressing DoD acquisition workforce learning and performance needs. Supports management of the regional Business Unit through organizing, directing, and managing assigned faculty and staff who operate the education, training, research and publication programs for acquisition personnel. Develops faculty as "thinking partners" and consultants, continuously improving product and service delivery to provide the right knowledge and skills at the point of need through a variety of learning methods. Assist the Dean with establishing regional objectives to achieve efficient and effective use of available resources by coordinating acquisition education and training programs, and tailoring the content and delivery to support and improve acquisition outcomes for DoD acquisition programs. Prepares, defends, realigns, and forecasts resources and scheduling requirements for the regional campus, working in concert with regional department chairs, the ADOMA and Operational staff. Provides expert advice and support to the regional Dean and DAU leadership on all matters concerning the DoD-wide acquisition workforce in order to identify and implement fundamental, far-reaching measures to effect substantial improvement in the performance of the acquisition systems. Mentors the faculty through creation and modification of learning content, and ensures coordination with learning asset and technology divisions, and across career fields. Assists in the design and implementation of strategies and objectives that maximize employee potential, foster continuous learning, and achieves high ethical standards. Effectively communicates, collaborates, and builds strategic relationships with senior military department and defense agency/field activity stakeholders and external customers in the region's area of responsibility. Supports the implementation of talent management strategies and objectives to acquire, motivate, engage, develop, and sustain a highly skilled workforce. Adheres to Merit System and Equal Opportunity Principles, embracing diversity and inclusion. As part of the enterprise senior leadership team, supports the development, planning and implementation of goals and initiatives in the DAU Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan, and DAU products and services to meet the continuing and emerging needs of the defense acquisition workforce in accordance with DoD policies and strategic goals. Performs 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

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance, please go to http://www.sss.gov for more information
• Incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain an appropriate background investigation/security clearance.
• You may be required to serve a two (2) year probationary period.
• The incumbent of this position may be required to work overtime, irregular shifts, and/or on the weekend.
• Work may require travel away from the normal duty station on commercial aircraft.
• Advanced Acquisition Certification is required (Reference Additional Information Section for more details)
• Incumbent must achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years, in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5000.66, Defense Acquisition Workforce Education, Training, Experience, and Career Development Program.

Qualifications

Please reference the Education section of this announcement to review the DAU Faculty Pay Band E (AD-30) Minimum Education and Specialized Experience Requirements. To qualify for this position at the Pay Band E (AD-30) level, you must demonstrate in your resume/application that you possess the required years of specialized experience equivalent at a minimum, to the General Schedule (GS) GS-14 (or equivalent). The following is specialized experience that must be demonstrated in your resume: Demonstrated experience in managing and accessing the performance of major defense acquisition systems and projects, including research, development, production and support, including workforce management and development. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement an organizational vision that integrates enterprise and business unit missions, goals, priorities and values. Experience acquiring and administering human, financial, material and information resources in a manner that instills excellence, accomplishes mission and instills public trust. Knowledge and application of best business practices and tools. Demonstrated ability to apply a broad point of view and an understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic and DAU enterprise priorities. Demonstrated ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security and mission objectives. For optimum consideration, please ensure your resume reflects how your experience and educational achievements relate to the key qualifications for this position: Leading Change, Leading People, Results Driven, Business Acumen, Enterprise Perspective/Building Coalitions. Senior Leader Qualifications: Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. This requires the ability to build strategic partnerships and trust relationships with senior leaders from all organizations within their area of responsibility, building a shared organizational vision, strategic planning, and the ability to implement it in a continuously changing environment. The tenets of this qualification include but are not limited to Creativity, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking and Vision. Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this core qualification is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. The tenets of this qualification include but are not limited to conflict management, leveraging diversity, developing others and building high performance teams. Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this core qualification is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. The tenets of this qualification include but are not limited to accountability, customer service, decisiveness, entrepreneurship, problem solving and technical credibility. Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. The tenets of this qualification include but are not limited to financial management, human capital management and technology management. Knowledge and application of best and future business practices and tools. Enterprise Perspective/Building Coalitions: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. The tenets of this qualification include but are not limited to partnering, political savvy and influencing or negotiating. 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 Pay Band E (AD-30) (Equivalent to Federal positions classified above GS-15 and equivalents) Minimum Education and Specialized Experience:

• DAU Pay Band E (Executive Equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience:
  • Basic requirements for Band E include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree in an appropriate discipline and a minimum of eight years of experience in the appropriate functional specialized experience areas. Advanced degrees are highly desired in Band E.

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.

Contacts

• Address DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY 9820 Belvoir Road Ft. Belvoir, VA 22060 US
• Name: HR Customer Care Center
• Phone: (317) 212-0454
• Email: [email protected]