Principal Director, Housing

Summary

This position is located in the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Residential Quality of Life (DASW(RQL)), Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Energy, Installations, and Environment (ASW(EI&E)). The Principal Director for Housing serves in a senior technical and managerial capacity, functioning as the Department's foremost functional expert responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and effective execution of the full spectrum of DoW housing programs.

Duties

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Senior Technical Advisor & Functional Expert: Serves as the principal technical expert and senior advisor to the DASW(RQL), ASW(EI&E), and the USW(A&S) on all matters related to military housing, whether government-owned, leased, or privatized. Develops authoritative recommendations, proposals, and complex financial analyses that provide the foundational rationale for final DoW executive decisions concerning the implementation, restructuring, and continuation of specific Departmental housing actions. Policy Formulation & Program Execution: Drives the formulation, negotiation, and implementation of complex, Department-wide policies and systems governing government-controlled housing, privatized family and unaccompanied housing, privatized lodging, and the Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP). Ensures policies are rapidly translated into actionable, enterprise-wide standards. Executive Representation & Interagency Liaison: Represents the DASW(RQL) in high stakes engagements with executive-level representatives of the Military Departments, Joint Staff, and War Agencies. Frequently engages as the key functional representative for the Department on complex housing matters with various White House offices, including the National Economic Council, the National Security Council, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as well as congressional staff and top-tier private sector housing partners in absence of the DASW(RQL). Resource Management & PPBES Leadership: Exercises a primary executive role in the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES) for the DoW housing portfolio. Conducts vital coordination and liaison with the Comptroller, other Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) staffs, and the DoW Component staffs on all matters related to programming, budgeting, executing, and accounting for multi-billion dollar housing resources. Legislative & Congressional Interface: Orchestrates the evaluation of legislative provisions, coordinates Departmental comments on legislative changes, and develops proactive legislative proposals. Drafts written congressional testimony on controversial, highly visible issues of high public interest, often under strict deadlines, and prepares comprehensive posture reports for the Department and Congress. Internal Management Controls: Maintains and enforces rigorous internal management controls (IMC) to meet the requirements of OMB Circular No. A-123 and the Federal Manager's Financial Integrity Act, establishing systems to ensure effective performance, prompt correction of material weaknesses, and the prevention of waste, fraud, and mismanagement.

Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ), and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: TQ 1: Demonstrated executive-level technical and managerial expertise in implementing, overseeing, and executing a highly complex, wide-ranging portfolio of military housing programs and multi-billion-dollar budgets, encompassing both on-installation and off installation (privatized and leased) assets. TQ 2: Demonstrated mastery of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative or similar large-scale public-private partnerships, including advanced experience in real estate project financing, financial feasibility analyses, portfolio health metrics, and federal budget scoring (e.g., OMB Circular A-11 and A-129). EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. Sub-Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government: Demonstrates understanding and appreciation of the American system of government, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, separation of powers, federalism, and the historical development of the American Nation. Commitment to the Rule of Law: Upholds the principles of the American Founding, including equality under the law and democratic self-government. Ensures the law is applied fairly and consistently. Civic-Mindedness: Stays up-to-date on important developments in American government and aligns organizational objectives and practices with presidential and public interests. Demonstrates a commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Sub-Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility: Strategically manages, allocates and monitors financial resources. Aligns priorities and initiatives to justify budget proposals. Monitors expenditures, cuts unnecessary costs, and uses cost-benefit analysis to set priorities. Managing Resources: Manages resources efficiently and effectively based on current and projected organizational goals, skills, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Leveraging Technology: Explores emerging technology and potential applications. Incorporates technology to enhance efficiency and achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Sub-Competencies: Technical Skill: Possesses the requisite technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to consistently produce timely, high-quality work. Is considered a strong contributor in his or her domain. Problem Solving: Engages in critical and data-driven thinking when diagnosing root causes and evaluating options. Identifies and promptly addresses the most pressing, high-priority problems. Agi