Governance and Resource Integration Division Chief, S4O

The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters Space Force Command (HQSF) at The Pentagon in Arlington Virginia is searching for a Governance and Resource Integration Division Chief S4O (NHGS 14/15 equivalent).

Description:
We are seeking a systems thinker someone who doesnt just solve problems but sees how they connect. This role leads with curiosity connects dots across the organization with diverse stakeholders and builds solutions that hold up under complexity. The ideal candidate is a rare blend of strategist and builder - someone who can architect the vision and then roll up their sleeves and make it real. Must have expertise in defense resource management enterprise information technology integration and institutional governance to serve as the Governance & Resources Integration Division Chief for Headquarters Space Force. You will act as the HQSF/S4s principal authority for institutional policy financial strategy governing bodies information technology and data-driven decision-making. The successful candidate will have mastered the PPBE process built IT integration roadmaps and facilitated executive steering committees to ensure that strategic objectives are fully resourced technologically modernized and audit-ready.

Ideal Candidate:
Possess a diverse background in defense financial management enterprise information technology and institutional governance within a Department of War (DoW) or joint-service environment. Educationally this individual should hold a Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance Public Administration Information Systems Management or a related discipline with a Masters degree or MBA preferred. Professionally they will bring a minimum of 10 years of progressive senior-level leadership experience directing complex organizations specifically overseeing multi-faceted teams across governance resource management and enterprise information technology. They must demonstrate a commanding track record of navigating the DoW Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) processes successfully defending Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submissions and ensuring compliance with Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) mandates. A deep working knowledge of integrating data analytics frameworks into strategic decision-making and managing executive governing bodies is essential. Professional credentials such as a Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) DoD Financial Management Certification (DFMC) Project Management Professional (PMP) or relevant enterprise IT/data certifications (e.g. ITIL) are desirable to drive fiscal accountability and operational efficiency across the Space Force enterprise.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Expert knowledge of the DoD Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process including Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development financial strategy formulation and the management of Program Element Monitors (PEMs) for enterprise resources.
2. In-depth understanding of institutional governance frameworks and compliance mandates specifically including Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) Base Operating Support (BOS) and the Infrastructure Delivery Authority (IDA).
3. Comprehensive knowledge of enterprise IT architectures data analytics frameworks and business intelligence strategies utilized to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency across a military headquarters environment.
4. Familiarity with the DoW requirements generation process and Weapon System Sustainment (WSS) principles enabling the translation of operational mission needs into actionable testable requirements for the acquisition community.
5. Knowledge of federal civilian personnel management principles OPM supervisory regulations and merit system protocols required to effectively lead evaluate and develop a diverse multi-functional division.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and participation in random drug testing.
• Eligible for situational telework only including Emergency and OPM prescribed Unscheduled Telework.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assign.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• PCS / Incentive funding is available and may be offered.
• This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications whichever comes first.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): 30 days a year.

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