Summary
About the Position: As the Director of Operations you will provide senior leadership and manage military operations across the Europe region. Key responsibilities include planning and overseeing installation training, emergency operations (mobilization/deployment), safety, and security programs. You will direct the Operations Division, guide subordinate garrisons, and serve as the principal advisor to senior command on critical operational capabilities.
Duties
Directs installation training, emergency operations, safety, and security (physical, force protection, anti-terrorism). Exercises full authority over all issues pertaining to the Operations Division (G3).
Plans and directs all operations. Sets program goals, objectives, and procedures to effectively manage regional programs, resources, and policy in alignment with higher command directives.
Exercises full managerial responsibility for the organization. Oversees daily activities and provides technical supervision of staff through subordinate branches and supervisors to ensure program accomplishment.
Serves as the key technical advisor and consultant to the Region Director, commanders, and staff. Provides expert guidance on the development of plans, major operations, and organizational requirements.
Represents the Director at high-level meetings with HQ IMCOM, USAREUR-AF, and AMC. Negotiates with key officials to gain acceptance of proposals and secure resources for garrison operations.
Executes all administrative and personnel functions, including staffing, hiring, employee development, and handling grievances. Ensures government resources are managed efficiently and effectively.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Accountability Customer Service Decisiveness Flexibility Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Resilience The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. You may claim Military Spouse preference. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.