Tactical Officer (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the Grade 12, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11 it must include: Experience administering and coordinating student or youth development programs; monitoring and evaluating academic, disciplinary, or professional performance; providing counseling, guidance, mentoring, and leadership to students.

Experience developing or implementing training programs and policies; and applying organizational policies and procedures to resolve student-related issues in a collegiate, military, or similarly structured environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Developing Others: Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.

Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Influencing/Negotiating: Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior; works with others towards an agreement; negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions.

Public Safety and Security: Knowledge of military, weaponry, and intelligence operations; public safety and security operations; occupational health and safety; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations, precautions, and prevention techniques for the protection of people, data, and property.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

The Tactical Officer: Oversees and administers the daily non-academic, regimental, and student-life activities of assigned companies of Midshipmen, ensuring compliance with Academy policies while maintaining compatibility with academic requirements. Monitors and evaluates the academic, disciplinary, and professional performance of Midshipmen, taking corrective action when appropriate and promoting their personal and professional development.

Develops, implements, and supports training, leadership, safety, security, and student-development programs, including military drill, Honor Code administration, intramurals, performance evaluations, and Midshipmen leadership activities. Provides guidance, counseling, leadership, and mentorship to Midshipmen, serving as a role model and coordinating with Academy personnel and other stakeholders to address issues affecting their health, welfare, motivation, and professional development.

The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced leader with knowledge of student development, counseling, leadership, and program administration in a collegiate or military environment. The candidate effectively applies policies and regulations, exercises sound judgment in addressing complex student matters, and communicates effectively both orally and in writing.

The candidate demonstrates strong mentoring and leadership skills and is capable of promoting the academic, personal, and professional development of Midshipmen while fostering a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment.