Supervisory IT Specialist, S1A

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The United States Space Force (USSF) at the Pentagon, Arlington VA is searching for a Supervisory IT Specialist for S1A (NH , GS-14/15 Equivalent).

Description:
Are you a tech-savvy leader with a passion for shaping the future of HR in the U.S. Space Force and beyond? Imagine a role where you're not just managing IT systems but revolutionizing them As the Deputy Director, you'll be the driving force behind a team that designs, develops, and implements cutting-edge HR IT solutions, impacting the lives and careers of Space Force Guardians across the globe. You'll be the go-to expert, translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure our HR technology is second to none. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to leverage your expertise to build a modern, efficient, and user-friendly HR experience for the newest branch of the armed forces. In this pivotal role, you'll lead a team, ensuring the smooth operation and continuous improvement of our HR IT systems; advise senior leaders on IT policy and strategy; and manage complex projects from inception to completion, all while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

If you're a strategic thinker with a knack for problem-solving, a passion for people development, and a proven ability to lead and inspire, then this is your chance to shine. You'll be empowered to make a real difference, shaping policy, driving innovation, and ensuring our Space Force has the tools they need to succeed. We're looking for a leader who embraces challenges, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is ready to take our HR IT systems to the next level. If you're nodding your head right now, thinking "that's me" then we encourage you to apply and help us build the future of HR in the Space Force. Come join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a seasoned and strategic leader with deep expertise in the acquisition, development, and management of Defense Business Systems, specifically HR IT systems. They possess mastery of IT policy, project management methodologies, and communication-computer/information technology principles, allowing them to effectively guide the team in developing innovative solutions that align with USSF requirements. Critically, the candidate is a proven supervisor with a strong track record of mentoring, motivating, and developing high-performing teams. They demonstrate exceptional communication skills, capable of clearly articulating complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior military and government officials. Furthermore, the ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the DAF financial planning and POM processes, enabling them to effectively manage resources and advocate for the team's needs. Finally, a proactive and collaborative approach is essential, as the Deputy Director will frequently engage with various stakeholders to resolve issues, coordinate efforts, and represent USSF HR Systems at industry and government forums. Relevant professional certifications are a plus.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Mastery of IT policy and planning concepts, methods, and practices; and project management methods and concepts.
2. Mastery knowledge of communications-computer and information technology concepts, principles, techniques, etc. to develop policy, plans, requirements and procedures, etc.
3. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and supervise, mentor, and motivate the staff of an organization through subordinate leads.
4. Knowledge of the DAF Financial Plan and POM processes.
5. Skill and ability to speak and write effectively, highly complex technical and possibly sensitive issues and statements prepared for senior military, government, and private sector management officials. Ability to give briefings, chair meetings, lead task forces and prepare reports at the General Officer/SES level in the Department of the Air Force and Joint arena.
6. Skill in providing technical leadership, managing projects and providing guidance to other IT technical specialists, government employees and contractors, engaged in planning and conducting studies and analyses, and developing recommendations affecting management and oversight of current and future Space enterprise IT systems and networks.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• 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.
• PCS is authorized.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework"
• Position will close in 5 business days or 75 applications (whichever comes first).
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 40 days per year
• This is a cybersecurity position; the employee will attain appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity baseline certificate(s) applicable for cybersecurity functions required for the DoD position held.

The 2210 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for this series.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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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.

Resume:You must submit a resume that 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 exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:

• Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number

• Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended

• Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:

• Job title
• Detailed duties and accomplishments
• Employer's name and address
• Supervisor's name and phone number
• Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
• Hours per week

• Salary, if applicable

• Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management

Email

Address

USSF - Office of Chief of Space Operations
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/09/2025 to 12/16/2025

Salary

$142,488 to - $195,200 per year

Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step, and locality pay. GS-14/15 Equivalent.

Pay scale & grade

NH 4

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Pentagon, Arlington, VA

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status

Yes

Security clearance

Secret

Drug test

No

Position sensitivity and risk

Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

Trust determination process

• National security

Financial disclosure

No

Bargaining unit status

No

Announcement number

SF-FY26-4F-NH SPLASH

Control number