The Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Chemical and Biological Defense) (DASD(CBD)) is the principal advisor to the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Defense) (ASD(NCB)) for physical and medical CBD as well as the associate infrastructure. The DASD(CBD) is also directly responsible to the ASD(NCB) for matters associated with chemical and biological select agents and toxins security policy, bio-surveillance, and associated special access programs.

Duties

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location and/or installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection. This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) in accordance with Section 9905 of Title 5, U.S.C., USD (P&R) Memo "Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," June 23, 2023, Per 3, Covered Positions e. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: Serving as subject matter expert and senior advisor, providing professional and technical coordination, analysis, policy development, implementation, and oversight to the DASD(CBD). This includes aspects of research, development, program analysis and acquisition for physical chemical/biological (CB) defense and the associate infrastructure. Leading professional and technical actions related to CB for Strategy and related Business Planning; Research, Development, and Acquisition (RDA) program management, and related functions, to include but not limited to: -Transfer of R&D projects to implementation/acquisition -Test and Evaluation Infrastructure assessment and management in support of RDA -Financial Analysis and Accountability / Enterprise Assessment and Risk Management -Interdepartmental and Interagency coordination/International counterpart engagements. Leading the development of strategic guidance that directs execution of physical programs (i.e. protection, detection, decontamination, hazard prediction, etc.) and managing CB related infrastructure throughout the RDA process as well as synchronizes those efforts with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development Systems (JCIDS) and Planning Programming and Budget Execution (PPBE) processes. Developing chemical and biological defense senior level input to OSD national security policy requests, Defense Planning Guidance, CB defense fiscal guidance allocation, and development of OSD CB Defense Program Strategy Guidance to develop the Program Objective Memorandum (POM); coordinating planning activities; and reviewing the CB defense program for compliance with guidance. Evaluating alternatives, overseeing funding requirements, and assessing project feasibility at the program level and assessing project deficiencies and recommending remedies. This is a supervisory position and the incumbent is expected to assign work to subordinates based on priorities, difficulty of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Provides technical oversight. Develops contribution / performance plans and rate employees accordingly. Interviews candidates for subordinate positions and recommends hiring, promotion, or reassignments. Fairly administers contribution / performance Management program responsibilities, ensuring that required communication and activities are accomplished in compliance with guidance and time frames, and that employees' achievements are appropriately recognized. Supports the Whistleblower Protection Program by responding constructively to employees who make protected disclosures; taking responsible and appropriate actions to resolve any such disclosures; and creating an environment in which employees feel comfortable making such disclosures. Develops and implement initiatives designed to prevent discrimination, harassment, and other actions that undermine our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Creates and implements a communications strategy that further elevates diversity and inclusion as a key strategic priority and reinforces leadership commitment. Cultivates a supportive, welcoming, inclusive, and fair work environment that allows employees to feel connected to AcqDemo' s mission and contributes to their full potential.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• Must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret) security clearance.
• Financial Disclosure: In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act 1978, employee is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• This position requires a Program Management Practitioner acquisition certification. You will have 60 months to achieve this certification
• Selectee must execute, as a condition of appointment, a written agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years.
• This position may require travel away from your normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Overtime is NOT authorized for this position.
• Telework: Yes. Situational and at the discretion of the supervisor of record.
• May be required to successfully complete a supervisory probationary period.

Qualifications

For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ You may qualify at the NH-4 (GS14/15) level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-3 (GS13) grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your ability to: Apply knowledge of chemical and biological defense program and associated organizations, programs, policy, missions, function, and/or priorities to direct the planning and execution of programs that range from science and technology to major system development and production of chemical and biological defense; Analyze the relationships between requirements, acquisition, and fielding of capabilities to identify risk and provide risk mitigation assessments/approaches; Formulate long-term objectives and priorities for strategic planning and acquisition of integrated product and process development in support of defense physical and intellectual capabilities; and Manage the design, development, and production processes for large, complex programs through assessment and evaluation methods and findings in consideration of audit reports, legislative materials, regulations and directives and federal budget process. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualifications and requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Office of the USD for Acquisition and Sustainment Human Resources Directorate 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
• Name: Washington HQ Services
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]