- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
U.S. Naval War College. The U.S. Naval War College is a Professional Military Education (PME)institution serving the nation, the Department of War (DoW), and the U.S. Navy. U.S. and selected international graduates earn Master of Arts degrees in National Security & Strategic Studies or Defense &Strategic Studies accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. The College educates and develops future leaders through the development of strategic perspective, critical thinking, and cultural awareness, as well as enhancing the capability to advise senior leaders and policy makers. The College also helps to define the future Navy and its roles and missions; supports combat readiness; strengthens global maritime partnerships; and promotes ethics and leadership throughout the force. Weare actively seeking candidates with varied academic and professional backgrounds. More information on the college can be found at www.usnwc.edu.
Strategic and Operational Research Department (SORD). The SORD produces innovative research
and analysis for the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Department of War, the U.S. interagency, and the broader
national security community. It also generates new scholarship in security studies and actively
participates in the broader academic community. The SORD is home to a number of specialized centers,
institutes, and advanced research groups that foster deeper levels of research, analysis, and teaching on
subjects of critical interest for the Navy: the China Maritime Studies Institute, the Cyber & Innovation
Policy Institute, the Deterrence Institute, the Russia Maritime Studies Institute, and the Halsey and
Holloway Advanced Research Programs. The SORD's faculty employ varied and multi-disciplinary
approaches to national security issues, generating new knowledge for the Navy and the DoW.
China Maritime Studies Institute (CMSI). China Maritime Studies Institute (CMSI) scholars perform
academic research using Chinese-language sources to develop deep, impactful insights into key aspects of China's
military maritime development, capabilities, and trends. CMSI publishes highly-specialized-and relevant
pioneering research offering pathbreaking knowledge of key China military maritime issues that
directly addresses most difficult problem sets facing the U.S. Navy. Research generates insights
previously unavailable at any classification. On this basis, CMSI informs the U.S. Navy and Marine
Corps, advises U.S. civilian and military leaders, and educates the Joint Force's next generation of
warfighters. CMSI collaborates closely with government research centers, civilian academic institutions,
and other stakeholder organizations.
Responsibilities. Under SORD Chair and CMSI Director guidance, the professor will conduct research
using Chinese-language materials; and write and publish books, articles, quick-turnaround reports, and
other studies on PRC maritime developments. As an indispensable subject-matter expert consistently
generating original knowledge that inform understanding and decision making, the Assistant/Associate
Professor will provide novel, anticipatory insights unavailable elsewhere and recognized as authoritative
by aforementioned stakeholders. Additional responsibilities include: contributing flexibly and
collaboratively to CMSI and joint research projects, including classified research; performing translations;
managing the CMSI library; helping to organize and host events; professional and stakeholder
engagement; and supporting related research, teaching, and wargaming at the College.
Qualifications and Competencies.
A master's degree or enrollment in a Ph.D program, preferably in security studies or a related field of regional studies, is required; a research-oriented Ph.D. is beneficial.
Mandarin Chinese reading proficiency is required and must be specified in the application. Highly
desirable candidates will have significant experience researching PRC security issues; analytical
experience, including in developing innovative approaches to research and analysis; an extensive, top caliber
publication record focusing on PRC strategy, policy, military, and/or maritime issues; and impact
recognized by leading stakeholders.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens and capable of obtaining a DoW security clearance; SECRET is
required and TOP SECRET preferred. For TOP SECRET clearance, the selected candidate will be
subject to a pre-employment drug screening test and to random drug testing thereafter.
Appointment. The appointment is governed by provisions of 10 USC 8748 as delegated by the Secretary of the Navy, and the regulations of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management that apply to "Excepted" appointments under Schedule A. For the successful candidate appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor (AD-03), the initial term of appointment is expected to be three years in length with provision for renewal dependent on performance. For appointment at the rank of Associate Professor (AD-05), the initial term of appointment is expected to be two years in length with provision for renewal dependent on performance. This is not a remote work position. Telework eligibility is limited and will be determined by the agency policy in accordance with Presidential Memorandum "Return to In-Person Work" of January 20, 2025, and DoW implementation guidance. Candidates selected for employment will be required to comply with applicable federal regulations and the policies and procedures of the U.S. Naval War College.
The incumbent may be expected to travel on occasion. Upon selection, career track determination (tenure, non-tenure) will be jointly determined by the candidate and NWC based on their experience and credentials.
A master's degree or enrollment in a Ph.D program, preferably in security studies.
Salary Considerations. Salary is competitive and is accompanied by a generous Federal Civil Service
package that includes health insurance, pension and retirement saving plans (with employer matching
contributions), paid vacation and sick leave, and other benefits. Rank and salary are commensurate with
experience and credentials in accordance with Department of the Navy Faculty Pay Schedule. Upon
selection, career track determination (tenure, non-tenure) will be jointly determined by the candidate and
NWC based on their experience and credentials.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.
Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
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In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.
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Are you claiming membership in any professional organizations, or possession of a license, certificate or credentials? Check the Conditions of Employment section above to see if any are required. If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package.
Are you using education as a substitute for some or all of the experience requirement? Is there a basic education requirement for this position? Check the Education section above to see what is allowed and what is required. Any claims you make in your resume or assessment questionnaire regarding education or degrees MUST be supported by submitting with your application official or unofficial transcripts or a list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned issued from your school. While unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application, an official transcript will ultimately be required if you are selected for the position. You may submit a copy your degree(s) if specific coursework does not have to be verified.
Are you a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference or claiming sole survivorship preference? You must submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service [Honorable, General, etc.] is acceptable) OR a VA letter that shows dates of service or service connected disability AND character of service. If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty service, submit a copy for each period of service. If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too. If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor's website: Veterans' Preference Advisor
Are you a disabled veteran or claiming 10-point veterans' preference?
If you are eligible to claim 10 point veterans preference you must submit a DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty as described above for 5-point preference.
You must also provide the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Are you an active duty service member? Active Duty Service Members are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.).
Application documents, including supplemental ones, may be shared outside the Human Resources Office. Supplemental documents may contain your SSN, DOB, or personal information of others (e.g., on military orders, marriage certificates). You may redact this information before submitting; however, if selected, you mustprovide unredacted originals.
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.
