Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Highly Qualified Expert for the Chief of the Air Force's Pathfinder Program.

Duties

THIS POSITION WILL BE REMOTE! The Strategy and Growth Officer renders crucial support and advice to the Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF), focusing on all strategic elements of talent management within the Pathfinder Program. The role requires the incumbent to maintain a close and trusted relationship with the Director of the CSAF's Strategic Studies Group (SSG) and the Pathfinder Task Force (PFTF) Lead. As a principal advisor, the Strategy and Growth Officer navigates policy matters that intersect with systems innovation and maintains essential contacts across the Department of Defense (DoD), including within the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Staff, Military Departments, and Defense Agencies, ensuring strategic cohesion and effectiveness in talent integration efforts. The incumbent is tasked with instrumental in fostering a dynamic and supportive network with Major Commands (MAJCOMs) and DAF leadership, placing a strong focus on partnership with the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel, and Services (DAF/A1) and developmental teams. This collaborative network is crucial for comprehending the interconnected challenges and ensuring that the Pathfinder program is actively supporting some of the most challenging problems of these key stakeholders by creating 'moonshot' prototypes that aim to deliver breakthrough solutions. Through strategic counsel and expert analysis, the Strategy and Growth Officer assists the CSAF in aligning the program's innovative solutions with the Air Force's key strategic objectives, ensuring that the Pathfinder program's contributions are seamlessly incorporated into the broader mission of the Air Force. The Strategy and Growth Officer is responsibility of designing, implementing, and overseeing a dynamic series of workshops and conferences aimed at advancing the organization's strategic vision. This executive role is pivotal in forging a collaborative nexus of industry experts, in-house thought leaders, and innovative technologies such as AI and ML, to cultivate a hotbed of innovation and address the most complex challenges. Through these meticulously orchestrated events, the Strategy and Growth Officer ensures the synchronization of cutting-edge ideas with actionable strategies. Accountable for the creation, implementation, and strategic oversight of an innovative mentorship program within the Pathfinder initiative, distinguished as a 'moonshot' project that exemplifies the Air Force's commitment to cutting-edge software, development, and personnel enrichment. This comprehensive program is strategically designed to integrate the expertise of Air Force psychologists and lifestyle management physicians, ensuring a holistic approach to the growth and well-being of each Pathfinder. Additionally, the program will leverage advanced AI and ML software to tailor mentorship paths and track progress, ensuring personalized development and optimization of talent. The Senior Advisor's role encompasses the diligent monitoring of the program's execution, ensuring that these multidisciplinary resources coalesce to provide a transformative experience for the mentees and set a new standard for mentorship within the Air Force. In communication with the CSAF, the Strategy and Growth Officer is informed of Air Force priorities and philosophies, enabling alignment of the office's activities with broader Air Force efforts. The Strategy and Growth Officer engages with high-level Air Force and DoD officials, including the CSAF, VCSAF, and leaders across the Headquarters Air Force, Joint Staff, and Defense Agencies, to remain abreast of activities, programs, and significant developments, thus maximizing the impact of high-priority Pathfinder initiatives. Tasked with the responsibility of formulating and enacting a short and long-term succession planning strategy for the Pathfinder program, ensuring both immediate responsiveness and enduring leadership vitality. This role encompasses operationalizing the PFTF. This role involves the careful identification and cultivation of high-potential talent, harmonizing developmental pathways with the organization's strategic imperatives, and nurturing a pipeline of adept leaders for both short-term agility and long-term strategic innovation. This role extends to coordinating with key elements of the Air Force staff, including Development Teams and the Colonel's and Chief's Group, to weave a cohesive succession strategy throughout the organization. Finally, the Strategy and Growth Officer ensures that all necessary material and data are available for the CSAF's decision-making on all Pathfinder sensitive and controversial issues. The analyses and recommendations provided by the Strategy and Growth Officer are instrumental in shaping the communication of Air Force policies and perceptions.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450 in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
• Position has been designated Critical-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
• Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
• Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
• Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
• 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.

Qualifications

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. This is a Highly Qualified Expert appointed to bring enlightened thinking and innovation to advance the Department's national security mission. HQEs are a temporary infusion of talent and provide non-permanent support for short-term endeavors. HQEs contribute in a variety of occupational fields, such as soft and hard sciences, engineering, technology, human resources, business, transformation, education, medicine, languages, and logistics. HQEs may be hired to mentor, lead, oversee, direct, manage, and or consult on DoD programs and initiatives, including high profile and fast track assignments. HQEs serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Official and may be terminated at any time. When practicable, they should be given no less than 3-days' advance notice.Additional requirements include: executive-level experience in IT/ET architecture concepts and program management to include emerging technologies not currently in use within the DoD; a high level of personal initiative, creative problem solving skills, and innovative thought; and the ability to present and defend independent positions at the highest levels of government

Education

Contacts

• Address AF Senior Executive Management 1040 Air Force Pentagon Room 4D Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Virginia Reynolds
• Phone: 703-695-7677
• Email: [email protected]