Job Listing: Chief Scientist

Duty Locations

 1 vacancy - Scott Air Force Base, IL
This position serves as the Chief Scientist of AMC, scientific advisor to the Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commander, and primary authority for the technical content of the AMC portfolio.  This is position  is assigned a precedence priority code of DV-6 (equivalent to a Brigadier General) for protocol purposes

Major Duties

This position serves as the Chief Scientist of AMC, scientific advisor to the Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commander, and primary authority for the technical content of the AMC portfolio.  Evaluates and advises on shaping command programs to ensure highest quality and to identify opportunities for technology options to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of AMC platforms, training and operations.  Identifies technology solutions, partnerships and transition paths to meet the highest priorities of mobility air forces. Studies and analyzes research and development conducted at universities, contractors, military laboratories, other government agencies, and foreign countries to maintain current technical expertise, to assess possible applications to AMC mission areas, and to anticipate the needs of mobility forces and thereby ensure that proper emphasis is placed on critical areas.  Implements technological means to integrate air, space, and cyberspace, twenty-first century logistics, joint service and coalition operations.

How to Apply

To receive full consideration, E-mail or hand deliver completed application package (items a – h) so that it will be RECEIVED IN THIS OFFICE BY THE CLOSING DATE shown on the first page of this vacancy announcement.  Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Toni Johnson at Antoinette.johnson@pentagon.af.mil

Please provide information in the order as stated below:

(a) Résumé or OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment.  A résumé is the preferred format.  OF-612 may be submitted but is not encouraged.  If submitting a resume, please refer to the attached résumé format.  OF-612 Form is available at www.opm.gov.

(b) Supplemental Statements addressing each of the mandatory specialized and desirable qualifications.

(c) Current Performance Appraisal (if current or former Government employee or otherwise available.)

(d) References:  Provide names, addresses and telephone numbers of three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for this position.

Submit one copy of the following completed forms:

(e) Most recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (if current or former Government employee, a copy noting your current position, grade level and salary level.)

(f) Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306 (Form available at www.opm.gov)

(g) Race and National Origin Identification, OF-181 (optional) (Form available at www.opm.gov)

(h) Self Identification of Handicap, SF-256 (optional) (Form available at www.opm.gov)

DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.  Superfluous materials such as copies of position descriptions, award certificates and transmittal letters will not be forwarded for review. 

DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS: 

- Applications will be accepted via electronic format.  Items “a” through “d” must be submitted in a single Microsoft Word document.  Items “e” through “h” must be scanned into a single PDF.  Email both files to af.dps@pentagon.af.mil with subject line:  AF/DPS 08-22

- Confirmation of receipt will be provided via reply email.

- Applications will also be accepted by hand-delivery.

- Due to significant delays in Pentagon security screening procedures we strongly discourage mailed applications.  To be considered, applications must be received in this office by the closing date. 

- If you are unable to deliver via the methods provided above, please contact our office at 703-695-1770 or703-695-6411.

- Hand delivered or mailed applications should be sent to:

AF/DPS (Attn: Toni Johnson)

Announcement:  AF/DPS 08-22

1040 Air Force Pentagon, Room 4C236

Washington, D.C. 20330-1040

WHEN TO APPLY: 

E-mail or hand deliver completed application package (items a – h) so that it will be RECEIVED IN THIS OFFICE BY THE CLOSING DATE shown on the first page of this vacancy announcement.  Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Toni Johnson at Antoinette.johnson@pentagon.af.mil or Ms. Hazel Frazier at Hazel.Frazier@pentagon.af.mil

RATING AND RANKING METHODS

Applications will be evaluated against the foregoing qualification requirements. Failure to meet any one of the mandatory minimum qualification standards will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.

A single screening panel will evaluate the candidates for this position composed of a diverse mix of senior executives selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position.  The panel members will individually review each of the applications in terms of the qualifications criteria contained in this announcement. The qualifications stated are the minimum requirements of the position to be “Qualified,” a rating schedule will be applied by a screening panel to determine which candidates are considered to be “Best Qualified.”  Then, they will meet to discuss each application, and reach a consensus decision as to the best qualified, qualified or not qualified candidates.  The panel will interview all of the best-qualified candidates based upon consistently applied criteria.  The panel will then make a recommendation of those best-qualified candidates who should be referred to the selecting official, in priority order.  Final selection of a candidate is contingent upon the Secretary of the Air Force.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the office identified in paragraph 5.  The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

SELECTION WILL BE BASED SOLELY UPON MERIT AND QUALIFICATIONS WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, RELIGION, SEX, MARITAL STATUS, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HANDICAP, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, OR ANY OTHER NON-MERIT FACTORS.

THE AIR FORCE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RÉSUMÉ FORMAT

APPLICATION/RÉSUMÉ: A résumé in the following format is required and should be typewritten.

Job Information:  Announcement number (AF/DPS 08-22) and title of the job to which you are applying.

Personal Information:  Full name, mailing address (with Zip Code), day and evening phone numbers (with area code), and complete E-Mail address where you would like to receive correspondence regarding your application.

Social Security Number (SSN): We request your SSN under the authority of Executive Order 9397 in order to keep your records straight; other people may have the same name.  As allowed by law or presidential directive, we use your SSN to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who know you.  Your SSN may also be used in studies and computer matching with other Government files, for example, files on unpaid student loans.  If you do not give us your SSN or any other information requested, we cannot process your application, which is the first step in getting a job.

Country of citizenship

Salary:  State the lowest pay you will accept (the lowest salary advertised is normally the pay rate that is proposed for selectees.  If you feel there are substantial circumstances, which warrant a higher pay rate, please provide justification)

Highest Federal civilian grade held (Also give job series and dates held)

Education:  High school (Name, City, and State (Zip Code if known) & Date of diploma or GED

For all Colleges or Universities attended, provide the Name, City, and State (Zip Code if known); Major(s); and Type and year of degree(s) received (if no degrees from a particular school show total semester or quarter credits earned and dates attended)

Work Experience: Give the following information for your paid and non paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying.  (Do not send job descriptions.)

Starting and ending dates (month and year)

Job title (for government position, include civilian series and grade or military rank)

Employer's name and address

Supervisor's name and phone number  *Indicate if we may contact your current supervisor

Salary

Hours per week

Number of employees supervised

Duties and accomplishments (summarized in one paragraph)

Other Qualifications

Job-related training courses (title and year)

Job-related skills, for example, other languages and computer software/hardware

Job-related certificates and licenses (current only)

Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments, for example, publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, and performance awards (Give dates but do not send documents unless requested.)

References:  Provide the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for this position.  (Please do not list supervisors already listed above.)

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS FORMAT

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS STATEMENT:  Included as a separate attachment that does not exceed 4 pages.  The Technical Qualifications Statement is a narrative explanation of your background and experience relative to the Mandatory Minimum Qualifications. (Para 2).  This qualifications statement must show that your record of experience, education, and accomplishments reflects the competence and professional standing needed to provide technical leadership in the field.  Ensure that you describe your acquisition experience even if the position you occupied was not coded as an acquisition position.  To ensure that the screening panel of managers and technical experts has sufficient information to evaluate your credentials, the following approach is suggested:

Start your Technical Qualifications Statement with a brief summary (approximately 1/2 page) of your professional experience before addressing the specialized experience and other factors.  This gives the panel an overview of your qualifications. 

a.  In describing your Specialized Experience, provide one or more examples of your accomplishments in the technical area(s) required.  Explain these accomplishments in the following terms:

        (1)  Identify specific research, development or engineering objectives or project activities in which you participated and describe what you did. 

        (2)  Describe the context or environment.  Mention other individuals (by title) or groups involved. 

        (3)  Tell the outcomes of your actions.  They should demonstrate the ability to achieve results, a key requirement of technical leadership positions.

b.  Describe the impact of your personal Leadership to your organization.

c.  Describe your Contributions in terms of the quality, impact and effectiveness to the mission and knowledge in the field.  Publications and presentations may be listed in an attachment.

d.  Professional stature:  Characterize your leadership role in professional organizations and other activities in the professional community.  List your professional affiliations and activities in professional organizations, notable honors, awards and other recognition that indicates acceptance by your professional peer group as an authoritative source in the field.

In summary, your Technical Qualifications Statement should include evidence of the senior technical experience, leadership, contributions and professional credentials needed to perform the duties of the position, and contain enough representative examples to provide a sound basis for panel members to assess the breadth and depth of your technical qualifications. 

NOTE:  A narrative description of 3-4 pages is normally sufficient.  Pages in excess of the 4-page limit will not be forwarded for review.  Technical Qualifications Statements which do not clearly address the qualifications criteria in terms of the mandatory minimum qualifications will not be considered adequate for evaluation.  Letters of recommendation from persons able to substantiate your technical qualifications may be provided.  Such references do not replace the requirement for addressing each of the mandatory factors in your Technical Qualifications Statement described above.

Contact Information:
Ms. Toni Johnson

Phone: 703-695-1770


Or write:
Air Force Senior Leader Managment
1040 Air Force Pentagon
Room 4C236
Washington, DC 20330-1040

US


What To Expect Next:

Candidates’ qualifications for this position will be evaluated by a screening panel composed of a diverse mix of senior executives selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position.  The panel members will individually review each of the applications in terms of the qualifications criteria contained in this announcement.  Then, they will meet to discuss each application, and reach a consensus decision as to the best qualified, qualified or not qualified candidates based upon the documentation submitted.  Candidates’ qualifications for this position will be evaluated by a screening panel composed of a diverse mix of senior executives selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position.