About this role
Job SummaryThe Principal Director to the Deputy Under Secretary of the Navy for Policy, is responsible managing highly sensitive foreign, defense, and security cooperation assignments for senior Department of the Navy leadership. The incumbent must demonstrate exemplary leadership to drive innovation, optimize resources, and cultivate a capabilities-focused organizational climate aligned with DoW strategic goals.
QualificationsCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ1. Knowledge of, and experience in working with the United States Government interagency process at a senior level, and a successful track record in representing the position of a department or agency in that process; TQ2. Detailed knowledge and experience with resource management - ability to define objectives, develop analytical methodologies, develop and evaluate alternatives and recommend and implement plans for improvement. TQ3. Experience working with external players including industry, think tanks, non profit organizations and foreign partners at a senior level. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/
Major DutiesYou will direct the long-range planning, analysis, and implementation of future Department of the Navy capabilities within the Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of the Navy for Policy.You will represent the Deputy Under Secretary of the Navy for Policy in developing and evaluating strategic policies, capabilities, requirements, and force posture across the enterprise.You will coordinate policy and capability options with the Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of War, Combatant Commanders, and senior United States Government agencies.You will champion and promote Department of the Navy interests during high-level engagements with senior officials from external federal departments and Interagency partners.You will build strategic relationships with private industry, think tanks, non-profit organizations, and foreign allies to actively advance Department of the Navy policy objectives.You will exercise independent judgment and initiative to execute the full range of responsibilities without requiring routine technical supervision.