Professor of Department of Defense Systems
Job Description
Department of the Army
U.S. Army War College
SCHOOL OF STRATEGIC LANDPOWER (SSL) DEPT OF CMD LEADERSHIP & MGMT (DCLM)
Summary
This is a full-time civilian faculty position within the Department of Command, Leadership & Management (DCLM) at the U.S. Army War College (USAWC), School of Strategic Landpower, under Title 10 USC. The initial term appointment may last up to three years, with the first year serving as a trial period. Appointments may be extended in increments of one to five years. Academic rank and salary will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and academic achievements.
Who May Apply
- Open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
- See the “Qualifications” section for specific eligibility categories.
Primary Duties
- Teach and facilitate seminar-based instruction in the core USAWC courses:
- Defense Management: Focused on Department of Defense systems and processes for force generation and readiness.
- Strategic Leadership: Covers individual and organizational leadership in complex institutions.
- Develop and deliver elective courses on Defense Management and its applications in supporting DoD missions.
- Contribute to faculty development programs and assist in curriculum planning and lesson design.
- Support specialized education tracks in strategic leadership or defense management tailored for advanced professional development.
Position Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
- Pre-employment and random drug testing
- Up to 5% business travel (TDY)
- One-year trial period for new term appointments
Qualifications
Basic Requirement (one of the following):
- A Bachelor’s degree or higher in behavioral or social sciences, or related field
- A combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in the field
- Four years of relevant experience equivalent to a major in the field
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Expertise in management systems (government or business), especially those applicable to DoD.
- Demonstrated excellence in graduate-level or senior executive education, including curriculum design and instruction.
- Experience or potential for scholarly research and publication in relevant fields.
- Ability to design, prepare, and deliver both core and elective instruction.
- Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., PhD, DBA) preferred—fields may include strategy, leadership, AI, business, STEM, decision or data science.
Required Application Materials
- Letter of application addressing qualifications and KSAs
- Curriculum vitae or résumé
- Up to four examples of writing or scholarship (e.g., journal articles, strategy papers)
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial OK for submission)
- Contact information for four professional references
- A one-page diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) statement describing your contribution to an inclusive academic environment
Veterans’ preference applicants must submit the necessary documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA letter).
Additional Information
- Term appointment in the excepted service (up to 3 years, renewable)
- Full federal benefits package (health, life, retirement, dental, and vision)
- Telework: Eligible for situational telework only
- PCS (relocation) allowances may be authorized
- Education from foreign institutions must be evaluated by a U.S.-recognized credentialing agency
How to Apply
- Submit your full application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on July 31, 2025
- Apply via USAJOBS: USAJOBS Link – Questionnaire #12721618
- Ensure all documents are uploaded and virus-free; incomplete applications may not be considered
