
Supervisory Director of Staff
Job Description
Summary
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Who Can Apply
The Area of Consideration is limited to Peterson AFB CO and Shriever AFB CO personnel only.
Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to provide executive level leadership, support, and continuity to the Space Base Delta 1 Commander, the Vice Commander(s), Senior Enlisted Leader and Senior Enlisted Airman as a member of the SBD 1 senior staff. Provides leadership and daily supervision and guidance to diverse level staff agencies in support of the SBD 1 mission. The SBD 1 is the host organization for three operating locations: Peterson SFB (PFSB), Schriever SFB (SSFB), and Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS). The SBD 1 staff functions include the Comptroller squadron, Historian, Legal, Chaplain, Safety, Command Post, Inspector General, Equal Opportunity, Public Affairs, Protocol, Community Action Board, Information Protection, Personnel Reliability Program, Plans and Programs, and the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator. SBD 1 supports North American Aerospace Defense Command United States Northern Command, Space Training and Readiness Command, Space Operations Command, United States Space Command with global space operations to defend national interests and to deter aggression and defeat threats.
Duties:
Duty 1: Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work.
2: Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the SBD 1 Staff. Develops goals and objectives that integrate organizational and mission requirements.
3: Represents SBD 1 with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with Air Staff, Field Commands, Combatant Commands, and local, state, and federal officials including the governor and Colorado congressional delegations.
4: Establishes, defines, and implements requirements for staff programs to ensure services and functions are in line with organizational goals and mission requirements.
5: Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff activities, higher headquarters, and local, state and federal officials to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assignments.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
- Position is designated Critical-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance
- Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise
- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
- May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours
- This position must have a working knowledge of government policy and regulations associated with safeguarding PII and HIPAA information
- Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
- Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
- All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
- This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- Centrally Funded PCS: Travel and relocation expenses will be paid in accordance with the JTR AND AFMAN 36-606
- This is a KEY position - Please complete the Conditions of Employment for Key Positions form in USA Staffing Onboarding
Conditions of Employment Continued:
"This is a Supervisory Position." A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-13 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include in-depth knowledge of management planning policies, practices, regulations, and laws associated with the organization's structure, mission, functionality, capabilities, and limitations related to key staff level functions. In-depth knowledge of personnel management, EEO, and safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources; including skill to recognize and clearly define program deficiencies that may be eliminated through improvements or risk mitigation. Leadership and technical skills to identify development goals and objectives, develop comprehensive project plans and when necessary, and direct ad hoc teams.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. In-depth knowledge of management planning policies, practices, regulations, and laws associated with the organization's structure, mission, functionality, capabilities, and limitations related to key staff level functions.
2. Leadership and technical skills to identify development goals and objectives, develop comprehensive project plans and when necessary, and direct ad hoc teams.
3. Skill to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources; including skill to recognize and clearly define program deficiencies that may be eliminated through improvements or risk mitigation.
4. Skill to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy and persuasively interact with other senior management and scientific personnel to negotiate major issues of importance.
5. In-depth knowledge of personnel management, EEO, and safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
6. Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Evaluation
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.
Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
- Online Application: Questionnaire
- Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
- Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
- Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
- Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
- Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
- Branch of Armed Forces
- Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
- Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
- Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
- Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
- Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
- Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
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Job Details
- Category
- Business & Finance
- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Location
- Peterson AFB, Colorado
- Posted
- Feb 23, 2026, 10:58 AM
- Listed
- Feb 23, 2026, 04:15 PM
- Compensation
- $129,096 - $197,200 per year
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