Director, Curriculum and Cyber Defense Training, 64 CYS

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Buckley SFB, Aurora, CO is searching for a Director for Curriculum and Cyber Defense Training to support 64 CYS (NH-1750-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent).

Description:
Purpose: The Director, Curriculum and Cyber Defense Training serves as a multi-faceted Instructional Systems Specialist, Instructor, Curriculum Developer, and Student Affairs Manager to design, develop, and instruct operations of the DCO-S weapon systems and courses of instruction for 64 CYS operators. The incumbent performs the full life cycle of technical training, including curriculum design and development, classroom instruction, and comprehensive student support. Duties require setting up instructional design and development criteria. The incumbent designs instructional materials for full-length residence, distance learning, and mobile team training courses. This position handles all activities related to instruction and the management of student affairs from first contact through graduation. The course design will use substantial adaptations or extensions of available guides and established procedures. Incumbent must have knowledge in Cyber Defense Operations and Planning, Missile Warning/Defense, Cyber Environment, Space Operations, National Cyber Policy, and Global Missile Defense/Ballistic Missile Defense operations. Manages instruction facility/training classrooms and equipment sustainment and maintenance, including integration with STARCOM and Mission Delta 6.

Serves as the Course Director for the DCO-S Weapon System Course, exercising full responsibility for program administration, planning, and execution for an annual class size of 85 students and virtual training environments across both classified and unclassified environments. Advises leadership, boards, and key military and civilian officials on all aspects of policy, planning, review, and research related to the instructional mission. Directs and formulates the education and training program in a line capacity, applying professional knowledge to solve complex educational and training challenges. Develops and recommends innovative and effective methods for program improvements and policy revisions to ensure the course meets the evolving needs of the United States Space Force (USSF) and United States Air Force (USAF). Plans, coordinates, and develops total program support, figuring out requirements for personnel, equipment, budget, and other resources to meet course goals and schedules. Directs the systematic design, development, and revision of instructional systems for the DCO-S courses. Decides learning objectives, organizes course content, and develops comprehensive instruction design plans based on occupational analysis and mission requirements. Oversees the development, review, and revision of all instructional materials, including lesson plans, course outlines, supplemental study guides, and computer-assisted instruction. Develops and validates objective tests and other instruments to measure student achievement and the adequacy of instruction, studying learning objectives and occupational standards to ensure test reliability and validity. Continually reviews developments in the fields of education and training for potential application to the organization's program, ensuring the course stays current and effective.

Manages all student affairs, from first contact to graduation in coordination with students' assigned sponsors and the 64 CYS training element. Oversees the in-processing and indoctrination of students, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to all USSF and USAF personnel processes. Functions as the primary point of contact for student counseling, advising on academic progress, and directing students to proper resources. Measures the effectiveness and efficiency of the total instructional program by evaluating administrative policies and procedures, curricula, instructional methods, and student counseling services. Follows up on course graduates and obtains evaluations from students and instructors to identify and recommend necessary improvements to instructional methods and course content as well as verifying compliance with the use of Patriot Excalibur (PEX) as the Program of Record to track student and certified operators' training and evaluations.

Instructs students in mission qualification and/or advanced technical courses using a variety of methods and technologies. Prepares for instruction by studying course objectives and technical materials. Formulates training aids, keeps classroom decorum, and ensures all equipment and resources are available. Applies expert knowledge of training principles to motivate students and enhance learning. Mentors new instructors and evaluates student progress, administering tests and providing prompt feedback. Manages and keeps all student administrative and training records. Requires operation of relevant weapon systems for instructional purposes.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

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