Summary IMPORTANT INFORMATION: To ensure the submission of a complete application package, please review the information and instructions provided in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. This Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) requires Practitioner Level Certification (formerly known as ADVANCED LEVEL III) in acquisition Career Field TEST AND EVALUATION. Responsibilities Serves as Executive Director of the US Army Operational Test Command, exercising control and direction of the Command's Operational Test (OT) mission for Army-wide materiel development programs including key Modernization and Continuous Transformation efforts. Directs development of all test capabilities, range investments and modeling and simulation (M&S) usage in both Army-wide and Joint OT, including Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE). Serves as Army's Accreditation Authority for OT M&S and instrumentation. Additionally coordinates/synchronizes GO/SES level efforts within Army and DOD to integrate test and training capabilities and drive threat development for use in both test and training missions. Exercises oversight responsibilities in the conduct of realistic objective operational tests, assessments, and experiments on weapons, equipment and doctrine using state-of-the-art technology. Reviews test programs and provides expert advice on test procedures, techniques and instrumentation. Resolves complex problems in diverse engineering and scientific disciplines and is the final decision authority on controversial technical issues cutting across other Army commands and DOD departments. Success of the command mission has a substantial impact on the U.S. and allied national defense efforts and posture. Responsible for a direct funded allocation budget of $95M comprised of $75M for salaries and sustainment and $20M for capability development. Serves under the supervision of the CG, ATEC, who delegates overall responsibility for the technical control, coordination and management of OTC programs and objectives. Directs a workforce of 580 military and civilian members at five geographically dispersed CONUS bases and directly rate personnel at the NH-04 (GS-15 equivalent) level. Oversee approximately $25M in contracts that augment government workforce with an average of 330 contractors annually. Requirements Conditions of Employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position. You must be able to submit and pass designated and/or Random Drug Testing as required. You must be able to obtain/maintain the appropriate clearance and access level for this position. This is a Critical Acquisition Position. Selectee must execute, as a condition of appointment, a written agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such an agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment. You must sign a mobility agreement. This critical acquisition position requires Practitioner Level Certification (formerly known as ADVANCED LEVEL III) in acquisition Career Field ENGINEERING AND TEST AND EVALUATION. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you have previously completed the probationary period in the SES. Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation. Direct deposit of pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry, and annually thereafter. The incumbent is required to travel on both scheduled and unscheduled aircraft, and other modes as required, under conditions specified under the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. The incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high level meetings to obtain resolution of problems and gather information to assist in the decision-making process. Mobility: An essential element of the SES is mobility across geographic, organizational and functional lines. Individuals selected for Army SES positions may be subject to reassignment that requires them to be mobile. The U.S. Army senior leadership considers mobility to be an integral part of employment as an SES member with the Department of the Army. Qualifications **To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications, if applicable (such as Education - see below). Additional information on ECQs is available at http://www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. 1. Executive Core Qualification (MANDATORY SUBMISSION): All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. Use the Challenge-Context-Action-Result (CCAR) Model to describe your accomplishments. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Total ECQ write-up should not exceed 10 pages using 12 pt, Arial or Times New Roman with 1-inch margins. ECQ 1 - Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. ECQ 2 - Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. ECQ 3 - Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. ECQ 4 - Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. ECQ 5 - 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. Please Note: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) graduates, who have been certified by the OPM do not need to address ECQs. However, Current or Former SES members must provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility and Candidates who have successfully graduated from an OPM approved Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their ECQ certification. (2) Technical Qualification (MANDATORY SUBMISSION): A supplemental statement must be submitted separately addressing each TQ. TQ must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Total TQ write-up should not exceed 2 pages per TQ using 12 pt. Arial or Times New Roman with 1-inch margins. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following: Technical Qualification (TQ): I have professional expertise and broad background in the application of advanced engineering, scientific and operations research theories, principles, practices, and techniques and/or systems analysis as evidenced by academic credentials, experience, and standing among peers in the T&E and scientific community. IF YES, you must submit your TQ write-up providing specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments as stated in the job announcement (Limit 2 pages). Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: THIS IS A SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE (SES) LEVEL CRITICAL ACQUISITION POSITION. Education Education Requirements: Occupational Series 0801 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Occupational Series 1301 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/#:~:text=Basic%20Requirements%3A,properties%20of%20materials%2C%20and%20electronics. Occupational Series 1515 - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/#:~:text=Basic%20Requirements%3A,college%2Dlevel%20mathematics%20or%20statistics. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. Additional Information Reemployed Annuitant: If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Drug Testing: You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position. Financial Disclosure: The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report' (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978. Suitability: If selected, the Army will ask you to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The Army will also ask you to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, you may be fired after you begin work, or you may be fined or jailed. Nature of Appointment: Individual is given a Career appointment under the authority of 5 USC 3325 upon assuming the position. Political Recommendations: The Army is barred by 5 USC 3303 from accepting or considering political recommendations regarding appointment or any other personnel action; any violation of the bar on recommendations is a prohibited personnel action. The Army is obligated to take appropriate adverse action against employees who solicit, or Army officials who consider prohibited political recommendations. Veteran's Preference: By law Veteran's Preference does not apply to the Senior Professional Positions. False Statements: If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work, or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action. Non Discrimination: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabling condition, membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factors. Adverse Information Screening: Applicants proposed for selection are subject to inquiries as to any incidences of misconduct, malfeasance, neglect of duty, or the appearance there of information gained in this check will be considered in the approval decision. E-verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" system. Federal Law requires DHS to use the E-Verify system to verify the employment eligibility of all new hires, and obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system as a condition of continued employment. The U.S. Department of Army is an E-Verify Participant.