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USAJOBS · 1 day ago

Civilian Strategic Leader Program (CSLP)

Location Negotiable After Selection, USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$107K/yr - $164K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking candidates for the Civilian Strategic Leader Program (CSLP), which is designed to develop strategic-level leaders within the Department of the Air Force. Participants will have opportunities to expand their skills and gain a broader perspective of the DAF Enterprise through challenging leadership assignments over a period of 36 months.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

CSLP duties vary based on assignment, series, grade, and location, as determined by the Selection Board

Qualification

DoD program managementStrategic planningSupervisory experienceSafety regulations knowledgeOral communicationWritten communication

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

Mobility agreement must be signed

Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position selected. Some positions may require Top Secret/Special Sensitive Clearance

If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. You may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS/OCONUS agreement

Position may require a Financial Disclosure (OGE-SF 450)

Position may be subject to random drug testing

Employee must maintain current certifications

Registration in MyVector is required by applicants, supervisors, and endorsers. All applications must be submitted in MyVector by 13 Feb 2026 and endorsed by 06 Mar 2026

Promotion Eligible: MUST be considered through a competitive process AND MUST apply through BOTH the USAJOBS announcement AND through MyVector

One year of specialized experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled

Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-13/GS-14 or GS-15 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral

Mastery and skill in applying knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of planning and managing DoD programs in order to assess and resource complex operational requirements

Knowledge of long-range and strategic planning methods and concepts

Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors

Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures

Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy

Must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

At least 12 months of supervisory experience within the federal government (non-waiverable for installation level assignments)