Government Information Specialist

Department of Defense

Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia Full-time $143,913 – $187,093 Closes Jun 22, 2026

Summary

This position is located in the Office of the Under Secretary of War (Comptroller)/Chief Financial Officer (OUSW(C)) of the Department of War. The incumbent serves as a senior analyst, providing authoritative oversight and direction for a portfolio of critical administrative and executive support functions. These functions are essential to ensuring the utmost economy and efficiency in DoW operations.

Duties

  • This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location and/or installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur.
  • There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application.
  • This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection.
  • This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) in accordance with Section "1109 of FY 2020 NDAA; P.
  • L. 116-92 and Section 9905 of Title 5 U.S.C." Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
  • Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: The incumbent serves as the principal senior authority and strategic advisor for the agency's information management, privacy, and FOIA programs, directing enterprise-level working groups and executive steering committees to align analytical priorities with national security objectives and OUSW(C) mission requirements.
  • Spearheads the enterprise-wide strategic framework for training and customer engagement across all OUSW(C) information functions.
  • Serves as the senior OUSW(C) Privacy Officer, providing top-level direction and strategic oversight for Comptroller Privacy Act initiatives.
  • Drives the OUSW(C) Records Management Program, defining the strategic vision for the life-cycle management of all physical and electronic records.
  • Develops and implements long-range FOIA objectives to guarantee statutory compliance and elevate the overall efficiency of operations.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Note: Under this DHA, veteran’s preference does not apply. Your application (resumes and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed in this announcement. Qualified candidates should demonstrate the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics) in their resume: DOD PPP candidates using Application-Based Procedures: Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-3) to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference.

Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-2) to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-1) to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference.

Required Documents

  • YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS.
  • You MUST upload the applicable documents with your application package.
  • If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. 1.
  • All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages showing all relevant experience.
  • Your resume must address your technical qualifications for the position, and it may not exceed two (2) pages.
  • Your 2-page (or less) resume must be in PDF format, with no smaller than a 0.5" margin and no smaller than a 10-point font.
  • If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations stated herein, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will receive no further consideration.
  • If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent version will be reviewed.
  • The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent." If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you will not be considered for this vacancy. 2.
  • Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, optional Most recent SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade held.
  • It is recommended you provide a SF-50 within the last 52 weeks before the closing date of this JOA for current federal employees.
  • We will use the employment date and grade on your resume in conjunction with the provided SF-50 to help determine initial eligibility, but may require additional information to confirm at the job offer stage if needed.
  • DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities DoD Priority Placement Program applicant supporting documentation – See the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section of this announcement Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) Other Noncompetitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? 1.
  • You must provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as type of discharge and character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support Detachment (PSD).
  • The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.).
  • Veterans should upload their DD-214 once they receive it upon separation. 2.
  • You should also document your complete military service information in the Veterans Preference and Military Service Section of the assessment questionnaire (type of preference, dates of service, date of VA letter, character of service, disability claim and rank and date of retirement if retired).
  • ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? 1.
  • Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15).
  • To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans?
  • ARE YOU A CURRENT OR FORMER POLITICAL SCHEDULE A, SCHEDULE C, NON-CAREER SES OR PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEE EMPLOYEE?
  • Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: .
  • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); .
  • Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

About this role

The Government Information Specialist position with the Department of Defense is based in Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia. This position is located in the Office of the Under Secretary of War (Comptroller)/Chief Financial Officer (OUSW(C)) of the Department of War. The role pays $143,913 to $187,093 per year.

Day to day, the work involves this is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location and/or installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal administrative work experience this Government Information Specialist position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Government Information Specialist position with the Department of Defense in Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

At $143,913 to $187,093 per year, this is a mid-to-senior role where a precisely tailored application matters most. Based in Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 22, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of Defense
Job Type Full-time
Location Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia
Salary $143,913 – $187,093
Pay Period Per Year
Closing Date Jun 22, 2026
Posted Jun 17, 2026
Source ID ST-12975753-26-DHA
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