ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Arlington, Virginia

Salary Range: $150160 - $225700 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Department of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency. This is a Tier I SES level position.

Major Duties:

• 1. The incumbent makes recommendations and coordinates with State Department (PM/RSA-T) on highly complex issues associated with the Department-wide security cooperation enterprise, to include, security assistance, BPC and FMS implementation and execution, taking into account their impact on the foreign affairs and political environment. 2. The incumbent monitors and reviews the development, implementation, and execution of BPC and FMS cases, working with the Implementing Agencies (IAs) to ensure cases are developed, implemented, executed, and closed in accordance with policy. The incumbent is responsible for developing innovative solutions and resolving challenges impacting case development, implementation and execution. The incumbent makes well researched recommendations to the Director, DSCA, Deputy Director, DSCA, State PM/RSA-T and the USD(P) on case prioritization that considers the short- and long-term impacts on foreign affairs and the political environment. 3. The incumbent continually analyzes DoD-wide case performance (BPC and FMS) and actively engages with IAs to develop efforts for continuous process improvement. Continuous improvements to the case lifecycle system will require the incumbent to think creatively, use innovation, be willing to challenge existing systems, be pro-active, champion change through implementation, and monitor performance thereafter. Once implemented, the incumbent uses measures of performance and effectiveness to monitor how improvements have changed case lifecycle system performance and at what resource cost. 4. The incumbent uses knowledge of foreign affairs, independent judgment, and experience to prepare senior officials for testimony before the Congress and drafts testimony or other presentations to the Congress for use by the Director and Deputy Director, DSCA, State PM/RSA T, USD(P) and other senior government officials. The incumbent monitors congressional action on the DoD and Department of State Foreign Operations budget and formulates official responses to periodic congressional inquiries and/or legislated reporting requirements. 5. The incumbent drafts issue and background papers on highly complex and important security cooperation, security assistance, TS/FD, international competition, BPC, and FMS issues and makes oral and written presentations to the Director, DSCA, other senior defense officials and counterparts from other U.S. Government (USG) agencies recommending a particular resolution of these matters. 6. The incumbent maintains professional expertise by remaining knowledgeable of current developments in the broad area of security cooperation, security assistance, BPC, FMS, foreign affairs and foreign policy, using judgment to identify items which require action by the Director, DSCA, or USD(P), advising the Director, DSCA, of the emergence of matters requiring attention by him or the Secretary of Defense, and defining and initiating follow up actions where necessary. 7. The incumbent consulting with counterparts across the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Military Departments, and other USG agencies and independently assesses required actions and initiates and drafts appropriate responses. The incumbent brings unresolved matters and contentious issues to the attention of the Director, DSCA, and Deputy Director, DSCA, with appropriate recommendations. 8. The incumbent's work projects are complex. The incumbent must analyze and manage conflicting and divergent viewpoints in order to provide full and accurate background information to the Director, DSCA, and Deputy Director, DSCA, along with options for courses of action. 9. The incumbent leads and manages a large team and associated resources and oversees the Office's efficient achievement of program and business objectives.

Qualifications: EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs) and TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). However, to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the ECQS and TQS within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will be disqualified. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): 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. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): 1. Demonstrates ability to direct the operations of a large, complex organization, utilizing analytical skills to evaluate organizational functions, develop strategic plans and execute assignments. 2. Demonstrates knowledge of U.S., Foreign, and National Security policy and Title 10 and Title 22 funding authorities to resolve problems of exceptional complexity for Security Cooperation programs. DoD Joint Enterprise-Wide Experience Statement: In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. This individual must have the ability to apply a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities is required. Executives must demonstrate the ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required. This information should be within the resume.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12856009 Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-01-26