Senior Executive & Specialized Leadership Opportunities - Talent Pipeline
Company: Washington Headquarters Services
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: July 5, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Description Overview: The Department of Defense is
seeking highly qualified candidates for Senior Executive Service
(SES), Senior Level (SL), and Scientific and Professional (ST)
positions. These roles are designed for exceptional leaders,
technical experts, and policy innovators who are dedicated to
driving mission success and advancing the strategic goals of the
federal government. We are establishing a talent pipeline for
upcoming senior leadership vacancies. If you have a proven track
record of executive leadership, policy development, or technical
expertise in a mission-critical area, we encourage you to submit
your resume for future consideration. Position
Duties/Responsibilities We are interested in experienced
professionals with backgrounds in: Executive Leadership & Policy
Development – SES-level leaders with experience shaping government
initiatives.
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/
Advanced Scientific & Technical Expertise – ST-level professionals
leading groundbreaking research and innovation.
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/senior-level-scientific-and-professional-positions/
Senior-Level (SL) Specialists – High-impact leaders and advisors in
mission-critical areas such as cybersecurity, intelligence,
financial management, healthcare, national security, and emerging
technologies.
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/senior-level-scientific-and-professional-positions/
*Basic Qualifications: * SES Candidates: Must meet the Executive
Core Qualifications (ECQs) set by OPM. ST Candidates: Must possess
exceptional scientific, engineering, or research expertise at the
national level. SL Candidates: Must have highly specialized
knowledge in critical government functions. U.S. Citizenship is
required . *Why Join? * Influence national policies and strategic
initiatives Lead high-impact federal programs Collaborate with top
experts in government, industry, and academia Serve in
mission-critical leadership roles *How to Apply: * Submit your
resume and executive summary highlighting your leadership
experience, technical expertise, and major accomplishments.
Candidates will be contacted for potential opportunities that align
with their qualifications. For more information on SES, ST, and SL
roles, visit OPM SES Guide .
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