ACADEMIC SPECIALIST (EDUCATION SERVICES)

Department of Defense - National Defense University • Fort McNair, District of Columbia Fort McNair, District of Columbia

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Department of Defense - National Defense University

Location

Fort McNair, District of Columbia Fort McNair, District of Columbia

Type

Full Time

Job Description

National Defense University (NDU) supports the joint warfighter by providing rigorous Joint Professional Military Education to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and select others in order to develop leaders who have the ability to operate and creatively think in an unpredictable and complex world.

This is a Title 10 Excepted Service Appointment. Appointment is not to exceed 3 years with the possibility for extension.

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Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.ssa.gov/)
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
The position is governed by 10 USC 1595 and NDUI 1416.0l dated March 2017.
Must be able and willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Travel is seldom required. Less than 20 % of the time.
The incumbent must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must:

An earned Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in a field related to education, management, or administration (Master's degree preferred).
Must have knowledge of accreditation policies and demonstrated experience working with procedures for graduate degree conferring institutions, specifically relating to student records and services.
Must have a demonstrated customer service or student service experience.
Must have records analysis and management skills, demonstrating experience in preparing and organizing statistical reports, managing data collection, distribution, and maintenance.
Experience using Blackboard, Google Cloud, Academic Databases, Search Engines, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word in conducting research of course materials.
The ability to work well both independently and within a team is essential. Aptitude to maintain a high-level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Education Requirement: Possesses a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education (or international equivalent) in education or other appropriate discipline.

Official transcripts will be required at time of selection to verify educational requirements are met.

Additional information

NDU has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings; health, life, and long term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. NDU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy, and the opportunity to telecommute.

Background or Security Investigation: This is a Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk position which requires a background investigation. The individual selected for this position is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security determination to occupy a Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk position within the agency as a condition of employment.

Initial Probationary Period: You will be required to serve an initial probationary period of 18 months.

Reemployed Annuitants: Department of Defense has the authority to hire annuitants without reduction in pay. For more information, go to: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/1400.25-V300.pdf

All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance.

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Date Posted

09/30/2024

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