About the opportunity
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Chief of the Manpower Validation Section, Force Structure Branch, Directorate of Resources, Requirements and Strategic Assessment, J8, United States Special Operations Command. The incumbent is responsible for developing, coordinating, and synchronizing Special Operations Forces (SOF) manpower requirements and validation. Duties include planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the section, exercising supervisory personnel management responsibilities, and representing the branch in high-level government committees and DoD meetings. The role requires managing manpower studies, surveys, and process improvement efforts while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $125,776 – $163,514 per annum
- Federal employee benefits package
- Direct deposit required
Who can apply?
- Must meet specialized experience requirements as defined by OPM Qualification Standards
- Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent
- Must meet Federal Time-in-Grade (TIG) requirements
- Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
- Must refrain from illegal drug use and submit to urinalysis as a Testing Designated Position
Required documents
- Online Application Questionnaire
- Resume (maximum two pages, font size 10pt or larger, including hours worked per week and dates of employment)
- Transcripts (if qualifying on education)
- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current or former Federal employees)
- DD-Form 214 or certification memo (for veterans or active duty service members)
- SF-15 (for 10-point veteran preference)
- DD Form 3145-4 (for Military Spouse Preference)
- PPP Self-Certification Checklist (if applicable)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-11
How to apply
- Create or log in to a USAJOBS account
- Complete the online application questionnaire
- Upload all required documents, ensuring they contain your full name
- Submit the application package via the 'Submit My Application' button
Additional information
- This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
- The position requires recurring access to classified/sensitive information.
- This announcement may result in a 120-day register used to fill like vacancies.
- Applicants must not include photographs or personal information such as age, gender, or social security number on the resume.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Current federal employees with at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level.
- Professionals with a background in manpower studies, surveys, and process improvement.
- Candidates capable of managing personnel and leading high-level government committees.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
- LPNs or those without GS-13 level experience will not meet the minimum qualifications.
- This is an on-site role at MacDill AFB, Florida.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a strong fit for a senior professional aiming to lead a section and represent the Department of Defense in high-level government committees. It is an opportunity to synchronize manpower requirements at a strategic level for the U.S. Special Operations Command.
Our take
A high-level leadership role suited for experienced federal management analysts who possess the same or a higher security clearance and are ready to manage manpower requirements for Special Operations Forces.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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