CHIEF OF OPERATIONS, DEFENSE ATTACHE SERVICE

CHIEF OF OPERATIONS, DEFENSE ATTACHE SERVICE Department of Defense Defense Intelligence Agency Print Share * * * * Save * Summary * This job is open to * Duties * Requirements * How you will be evaluated * Required documents * How to apply Resumes limited to two pages Starting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. Sign in to your profile and update your resume now. Learn more about the new resume requirements. Summary We are committed to: * Teamwork: Partnering at all levels and across organizational boundaries for mission accomplishment. * Integrity: Adherence to the highest legal and ethical principles in our responsibilities. * Excellence: Unrivaled defense intelligence expertise. * Service: Putting the welfare of the Nation and commitment to our mission before oneself. Summary We are committed to: * Teamwork: Partnering at all levels and across organizational boundaries for mission accomplishment. * Integrity: Adherence to the highest legal and ethical principles in our responsibilities. * Excellence: Unrivaled defense intelligence expertise. * Service: Putting the welfare of the Nation and commitment to our mission before oneself. Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 09/15/2025 to 10/16/2025 Salary $150,160 to - $207,500 per year Pay scale & grade SL 00 Location Washington, DC 1 vacancy Telework eligible No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time - Full Time Service Senior Executive Promotion potential 0 Job family (Series) * 0132 Intelligence Supervisory status No Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Drug test Yes Announcement number DO-126077-01-SEMO Control number 845981700 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Veterans Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference National Guard and reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members. Senior executives Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). Clarification from the agency See "WHO CAN APPLY" for more information on who is eligible to apply Duties Help DIA employs a variety of professionals who serve throughout the workforce to ensure successful operations. To view this position's duties, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA's online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested. You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the "Advanced Search" link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the "Job Opening ID" field. Requirements Help Conditions of employment * - U.S. Citizenship - Drug Test - Security Investigation All applicants must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry. Qualifications If you are viewing this announcement via USAJobs, please visit to view this announcement and specific qualification requirements. * Executive Core Qualification factors * Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualification factors * Technical Qualification factors Additional information JOINT DUTY CREDIT: All DIA executive level positions require Joint Duty credit. Work experience which qualifies for joint duty certification under Intelligence Community Directive 601. Qualifying experience requires at least 12 months of satisfactory performance at a pay grade of at least GS-11 (or equivalent) after 11 September 2001 in positions such as: prior military service; a detail, rotational, or temporary assignment to another agency in the Intelligence Community or equivalent experience in the private sector, academia, or other Federal or state agencies. Note: Applicants without Joint Duty credit may apply for the position and can be considered. If selected, a waiver would be required prior to final appointment or provide proof of Joint Duty qualifying experience. AUTHORITY: This position is a Defense Intelligence Senior Level (DISL) position. DIA has the authority to establish and staff these positions through PL 104-201. CITIZENSHIP, BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING/AGREEMENT: All DISL candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain a Top Secret clearance and are subject to a thorough background inquiry. Information obtained during this inquiry will be considered in the selection decision. Selectees for DISL positions are also subject to mandatory testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and may be subject to polygraph examinations. DISL employees will sign an agreement not to disclose, in any fashion, classified information to unauthorized persons. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants selected for this position must successfully complete a one-year probationary period in conjunction with the appointment at the DISL level. (Applicants selected from outside of DCIPS are also subject to the completion of an additional one-year probationary period [two years total] associated with their initial appointment to the Agency.) MOBILITY AND DEPLOYMENT: Organizational, functional and geographical mobility is highly desirable for senior civilians. It can add breadth and depth to the member's experience along with greater challenges and responsibilities. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE: This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). Incumbents of this position will be required to file an Executive Branch Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278) with the DIA Office of General Counsel. THE EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM: Applicants with family members who have special needs, as defined by DoD Instruction 1315.19, "The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)", are encouraged to review Sections 5.2 and 5.3 for information on the requirements of this instruction related applicants for employment with DIA. The availability of medical care and specialized educational requirements for family members with special needs will be determined during the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) medical screening process. RELOCATION COSTS: Relocation expenses in connection with a permanent change of station may be authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations and at agency discretion. GOVERNMENT ETHICS: DIA is committed to maintaining an ethical culture and upholding the high standards for ethical government conduct. As a DIA Employee, you will be subject to the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch as well as the criminal Expand Hide additional information 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. Benefits Help 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. Please visit our web site, Under the "Careers" heading on our web site, you will find a listing of benefits available to DIA employees. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. All applicants must submit a resume and responses to the technical qualifications per the application instruction provided. Applications received which do not include the above information will not be considered. Applications received after the close out date will not be considered. Benefits Help 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. Please visit our web site, Under the "Careers" heading on our web site, you will find a listing of benefits available to DIA employees. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help Supplementary Narrative Statement Current non-DIA Federal Civilian Employees must submit a copy of your last SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: 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. How to Apply Help If you are viewing this announcement via USA Jobs, please visit to view this announcement and specific qualification requirements. Follow the instructions, below. All applicants are required to submit a 2-page résumé showing possession of the Technical Qualifications (TQ). Format is at your discretion, but must include: full name, address, and telephone numbers and/or email address where you can be reached. RESUMES SHOULD NOT EXCEED TWO PAGES AND SHOW POSSESSION OF TQs WITHIN THE RESUME. A SEPARATE NARRATIVE ADDRESSING TQS IS NO LONGER REQUIRED. RESUMES OVER THE 2-PAGE LIMIT WILL NOT BE REVIEWED BEYOND PAGE TWO. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify us at the address below. The decision on granting an accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION: 2-page résumé and any attachments, should be in MS Word, Adobe Acrobat or similar file formats. We recommend you submit your application via e-mail to avoid possible mail delays. Submit unclassified applications to , and . If none of the above methods are available, you may mail your application to: Defense Intelligence Agency Senior Executive Management Office (Attn: SEMO, DIAC, Ms. Maines) Building 6000 Bolling AFB, Washington, D.C. 20340-5100. NOTE: Use of postage paid Government agency envelopes to file job applications is a violation of Federal law and regulation. Applications received in government franked envelopes will not be considered. Please send only one application by one of the methods above. Applications and any supporting materials you submit will not be returned. REGARDLESS OF WHICH TRANSMISSION METHOD YOU USE, YOUR APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE SENIOR EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT OFFICE BY CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON THE CLOSING DATE STATED ON THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT. Agency contact information Ms. Maines/Ms. Stanfield Phone 202.231-6376 or 301.394 Address Defense Intelligence Agency Bolling AFB Washington, DC 20340 Next steps We will notify you when your application has been received. You will also be notified if DIA is, or is not, interested in you as a potential employee of our agency. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required Documents Help Supplementary Narrative Statement Current non-DIA Federal Civilian Employees must submit a copy of your last SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: 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.

Created: 2025-09-27