Supervisory Education and Training Specialist

Summary This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for evaluating work performance of subordinates; gives advice, counsel, or instruction to incumbents on both work and administrative matters; identifies developmental and training needs of incumbents, providing or arranging for needed development and training; finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of work directed; and develops performance standards.. Duties Help As a Supervisory Education and Training Specialist at the GS-1701-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads and directs the work of five subordinate organizations by setting priorities, planning schedules, developing performance standards, and evaluating work performance to ensure the quality and timeliness of all academic programs. Exercises the full range of supervisory personnel management responsibilities, including recommending selections, resolving grievances, initiating disciplinary actions, and ensuring the professional development of all staff and faculty. Provides expert policy guidance and advisory services to senior leadership, staff, and external stakeholders on DoD workforce development, personnel management, and organizational design. Directs all academic resource management for the Directorate, overseeing the development of budget documents, spend plans, staffing reports, and acquisition strategies to ensure mission success. Represents the Center of Excellence in high-level meetings with DoD components, federal agencies, and international officials, speaking on behalf of the Commandant on all workforce development matters. Oversees the Directorate's strategic planning process, including the development of the annual strategic plan, mission briefings, and progress reports to align with institute and higher headquarters goals. Develops and establishes measurable quality standards for academic content and delivery, collaborating with leadership to monitor and report on program efficiency, effectiveness, and cost. Requirements Help Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Work Schedule: Full Time Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Not Required Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible per the agency's policy. Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Leading a multi-tiered organization by planning work, setting strategic priorities, and developing performance standards to guide subordinate supervisors and teams toward mission accomplishment. Managing the full spectrum of military and civilian personnel programs, including position management, performance evaluation, staff development, and the resolution of complex grievances and disciplinary issues. Directing the complete resource management lifecycle for an academic directorate, including developing and executing budgets, managing manpower and staffing, and overseeing acquisition and contracting processes. Providing expert policy analysis and strategic advice to senior leadership on complex issues related to DoD workforce development, academic quality assurance, and organizational effectiveness. Representing an organization at the highest levels by building effective relationships with senior DoD and federal officials, assessing stakeholder needs, and resolving significant issues on behalf of leadership. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1701 series. Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. or Combination of education and experience courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Foreign Education Additional information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit for more information. For more information, please visit Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).Candidates 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. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. 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