Director of Staff, SLD 45

Director of Staff, SLD 45

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Cape Canaveral AFS, Florida

Salary Range: $126711 - $193760 Per Year

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Major Duties:

• The United States Space Force (USSF) at Patrick SFB, FL is searching for a Director of Staff to support SLD 45 (NH-0301-04, GS-14/15 Equivalent). Description: Join the Future of Space Operations - Lead as Director of Staff for SLD 45 at Patrick Space Force Base! Are you a results-driven leader ready to operate at the strategic heart of America's space mission? Space Launch Delta 45 (SLD 45) at Patrick Space Force Base is looking for a dynamic Director of Staff to join our command team. Your Daily Mission: Drive, Lead, and Influence. As the Director of Staff, you are the Executive Director's key advisor and the engine of the entire Delta staff. Your day-to-day will be focused on leading from the front. You will masterfully plan, organize, and assign work across various diverse agencies-from public affairs and safety to legal and finance-ensuring every element of our organization is aligned and moving forward. Your voice will be crucial in the command suite as you prepare and deliver powerful briefings, professionally advising senior military and civilian leaders on the decisions that shape our mission and impact thousands of people. Florida Living: Enjoy the vibrant culture, excellent weather, and beautiful landscapes of Florida's Space Coast. From world-class beaches to rich cultural and recreational activities, living in the region offers both professional fulfillment and a high quality of life. Take the next step in your career and help shape the future of space operations with SLD 45 at Patrick Space Force Base. Ideal Candidate: Seeking an expert-level leader for the Director of Staff position. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in executive leadership, supervising large, diverse teams of senior military and civilian personnel. A strong educational foundation, complemented by comprehensive training in leadership and management. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to develop and implement impactful policies and solve highly complex, multi-disciplinary problems with only general guidance. Background and Experience: Extensive background in a senior leadership role with a proven track record of supervising high-ranking military and/or civilian personnel. Must have significant experience in staff integration, strategic planning, and policy development. A Decisive and Accountable Leader: Possesses the command presence to lead and mentor a senior team, taking full ownership of mission outcomes and excelling at forging a cohesive, empowered, and high-performing staff. A Master Integrator with a Systems Mindset: A proactive self-starter who thinks strategically and holistically, acting as the ultimate collaborator. Will expertly synchronize the full spectrum of diverse staff functions into a single, decisive force multiplier. An Influential Communicator with Executive Presence: A highly articulate and persuasive leader who briefs with decisive impact. Must masterfully articulate complex requirements, defend resources with authority, and negotiate with senior officials to build consensus and resolve conflict. Educational Background: An advanced degree (Master's or higher) is highly preferred, particularly in areas such as Public Administration, National Security Studies, Business Administration, or a related field. Completion of senior leadership development programs is also highly desirable. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Thorough knowledge of the organization plans, programs, missions and functions of SLD 45, to include staff operations in program areas such as public affairs, safety, chaplain, legal, command post operations, legal, finance, etc. 2. Thorough knowledge and understanding of a comprehensive range of staff concepts, objectives, policies management and organizational techniques, and military command. 3. Ability to plan organize, assign work and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in order to lead effectively and present, advocate and/or advise on processes actions and decision impacting SLD 45. 4. Ability to assemble and analyze data to prepare and defend mission/resource requirements. Develop and analyze alternatives and make recommendations to resolve substantive problems and issues impacting mission execution within SLD 45. 5. Ability to plan, organize and negotiate effectively with internal and external agencies to accept and implement recommendations where proposals involve substantial resources and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. 6. Ability to prepare projects, staff reports and briefings for high-level officials both civilians and military, then professionally interact with and deliver briefings to these officials.

Qualifications: The 0301 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here.

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Application Deadline: 2026-02-26