Director, National Declassification Center

Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

College Park, Maryland Full-time $151,661 – $228,000 Closes Jul 9, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, National Declassification Center. The incumbent serves as Director of the National Declassification Center working with senior level representatives of other government agencies to implement the declassification provisions of Executive Order 13526 as amended.

Duties

  • As The Director, National Declassification Center, you will: Develop policies and procedures for declassification in cooperation with inter-agency partners.
  • Ensure that the policies and procedures conform not only to national security requirements, but are archivally sound.
  • Coordinate development of the National Declassification Center's (NDC) work plan; determine priorities and implement declassification program.
  • Establish a quality assurance program using principles of risk management to ensure protection of still sensitive information while providing for maximum release of historically valuable information.
  • Work with agency training staffs to develop standard training for declassification personnel in order to reduce instances of missed and/or misidentified equity.
  • Direct efforts to use technology for more efficient declassification, particularly with regard to electronic and special media records.

Requirements

  • Must complete a 1-year SES supervisory probationary period, unless previously completed.
  • Must complete a Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions, SF-86, for a pre-appointment full-field background investigation.
  • In addition, periodic re-investigation is required no later than five years after selection and at least every succeeding five years.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
  • Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
  • Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
  • Must complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
  • You may 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.
  • Designated and/or Random Drug Testing may be required.
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  • Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. This position also requires a top secret clearance.

Required Documents

Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:

  • Your Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) should be addressed in your resume; resume should not exceed 2-pages.
  • Current career Senior Executives, QRB-certified graduates of SES candidate development programs, and individuals with SES reinstatement eligibility are not required to address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ's). 1.
  • RESUME – All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.).
  • Please limit your résumé to 2 pages with a minimum 10 point font size and 0.8 inch margins.

About this role

The Director, National Declassification Center position with the Other Agencies and Independent Organizations is based in College Park, Maryland. This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, National Declassification Center. The role pays $151,661 to $228,000 per year.

Day to day, the work involves ensuring that the policies and procedures conform not only to national security requirements, but are archivally sound. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

This role calls for United States citizenship and the ability to obtain and hold a security clearance. Be prepared for a pre-employment drug screening and some required travel as part of the hiring process. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Director, National Declassification Center position with the Other Agencies and Independent Organizations in College Park, Maryland, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

At $151,661 to $228,000 per year, this is a mid-to-senior role where a precisely tailored application matters most. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. The security clearance requirement means a longer hiring timeline, so patience and an early application help. Based in College Park, Maryland, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on July 9, 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 Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Job Type Full-time
Location College Park, Maryland
Salary $151,661 – $228,000
Pay Period Per Year
Closing Date Jul 9, 2026
Posted Jun 18, 2026
Source ID ST-12985913-26-SW-SES
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