The purpose of the Chief of Staff position at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is multifaceted, primarily focusing on enhancing the operational effectiveness of the unit and ensuring adherence to the strict standards of the Department of Defense (DoD).

Duties

Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Serves as the lead representative for the Deputy Director, People, Finance & Management (DD, PF&M), actively participates in discussions regarding policy and program development, financial accountability and execution, contract management and requirements, as well as confidential meetings aimed at staying informed about Department issues and coordinating the implementation of resultant actions; Oversees the fulfillment of assignments and commitments by utilizing the resources within the DD, PF&M's staff and various offices both within DIU and across the Department of Defense, seeking technical advice and assistance where necessary; Delegates tasks, assignments, and responsibilities while specifying completion dates and identifying long-term and short-term actions to ensure a clear understanding and accomplishment of the objectives set by the Director, DIU and DD, PF&M; Maintains current information on the progress of major initiatives, supervises briefings on significant problems or contentious policy and program matters, and thoroughly reviews all documents that the DD, PF&M must review or endorse; Oversees the preparation of background information regarding key issues of concern to the DD, PF&M and facilitate communication and input from subordinate offices on actions or decisions that may affect their responsibilities, fostering a culture of consultation and collaboration to better grasp critical issues; Transmit instructions to others and make independent judgments and decisions necessary to optimize the productive utilization of the DD, PF&M's time; Presents and interprets views to relevant officials both within and outside the Department; Serves as a central point of contact and a catalyst, ensuring prompt, efficient, and comprehensive follow-through on high-level issues.

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
• This position is subject to the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance
• This position may require 10% of travel

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 (GS-14/15) level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-3 (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates: . Experience utilizing mastery knowledge of various DoD laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and concepts governing the full spectrum of operations. Experience utilizing knowledge of space utilization and supply offices and procedures of OSD, defense agencies, military departments, and other government-contracted organizations. Experience demonstrating knowledge of organizational theory and skills in applying analytical and evaluative methods and qualitative and quantitative techniques to conduct studies of organizational structures and management practices. Experience demonstrating familiarity with OSD staff organization and internal coordination procedures. Experience utilizing knowledge of the role of the DoD and the importance of the support roles and missions of the Military Departments and Defense agencies and how they contribute to the overall success of the DoD. Experiences with contracting regulations and processes (e.g., Federal Acquisition Regulation). Experience designing, implementing, and working with advanced data collection methods; utilizing computer-based spreadsheet applications (e.g., MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for the completion, qualitative evaluation, and presentation of data; developing quantitative analysis supported by the data collection/evaluation effort. Experience interfacing with various scientists, engineers, analysts, managers, and executives at all organizational levels. Experience maintaining effective relationships with Senior Leaders/Flag-level principals and their staff in DoD, Service Agencies, and field activities. 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. ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act Chapter 21 of Title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 2108a, requires Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD-214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible. A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. The service member's military service dates are necessary in order to determine whether he or she meets the definition of "veteran" under 5 U.S.C. 2108(1). The "certification" must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of submission. The "certification" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Further, under paragraph (h) of the rule, agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD-214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid "certification" of service with their initial application will be found "not eligible." Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? 1. Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/ Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. All qualifications, education, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Additional Information (Cont'd) Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.7. Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

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