Department of Defense

LEAD EDUCATION SERVICES SPECIALIST

Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Arlington, Virginia Full time

LEAD EDUCATION SERVICES SPECIALIST

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Arlington, Virginia

Salary Range: $121785 - $158322 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) Student Operations Program subject matter expert (SME) with responsibilities for the oversight of education and training programs and services.

Major Duties:

  • As a LEAD EDUCATION SERVICES SPECIALIST at the GS-1740-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Provides academic advisement for the Security Cooperation Workforce and administers and manages the Security Cooperation (SC) professional development goals of military and civilian Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW). Focal Point and subject matter expert of the International Military Student (IMS) program, a DoD mandated program for schools providing education and training to international military and civilian students, overseeing budget and manpower. Represents Agency, Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) President and Student Operations with a variety of Security Cooperation organizations, agency leadership, military service training managers, student-service organization, installation lodging and other key stake holders in briefing and meetings. Briefs and advises leadership on the status and needs of the education program andpromotes program acceptance and participation. Serve as coach, facilitator; and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among team members.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Forecasting, managing and administering resources and manpower Using oral and written communication to provide information to stakeholders Mentoring, coaching and assisting team members in identifying problems and finding variable solutions Researching, analyzing and evaluating data Building a diverse network of internal and external stakeholders Experience with Cornerstone on Demand, Blackboard, and other Student Information Systems and Learning Management Systems preferred AND B. Degree: that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the position to be filled in one or a combination of the areas described below. At least one course must have been from (1) or (2) below. Tests and measurement: Study of the selection, evaluation, administration, scoring, interpretation, and uses of group and individual aptitude, proficiency, interest, and other tests. Adult education: Study of the adult as a learner, teaching-learning theories for adults, models and procedures for planning, designing, managing, and evaluating adult learning activities. Educational program administration: Study of the foundation and methods in organizing for adult and continuing education programs. Curriculum development or design: Study of the principles and techniques for development of curricula for adult or vocational education programs. Teaching methods: Study of teaching strategies and learning styles of the adult learner. Guidance and counseling: Study of the purposes and methods in counseling and guidance, the role of the counselor in various settings, approaches to counseling, and the uses of tests in the counseling situation. Career planning: Study of career development, learning activities, systems, approaches, program coordination, use of educational and community resources, and vocational counseling systems. Occupational information: Study of theories of occupational choice and vocational development and their application to the guidance process. Identification and utilization of various types of occupational information and resources. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. 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.

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/12949715. 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: 2026-05-15