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Executive Support Specialist

Office of Chief of Space Operations

Department of the Air Force

Fresh

Location

Salary

$102,415 - $158,322

per year

Closes

March 5, 2026

GS-12/13 Pay Grade(Career Ladder)

Entry salary: $74,441 | Full performance (GS-13): up to $115,079

Career ladder: Start at GS-12 and advance to GS-13 with experience.

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves supporting a high-ranking Space Force leader by managing their schedule, arranging domestic and international travel, and handling communications in a fast-paced Pentagon environment.

You'll coordinate with top officials, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure smooth logistics for conferences and meetings.

It's ideal for someone highly organized, proactive, and comfortable interacting with senior military and government figures.

Key Requirements

  • Experience in executive office management, especially in the Department of Defense
  • Proficiency in managing multiple executives' calendars and resolving conflicts
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite for creating documents and reports
  • Expertise in Defense Travel System, Government Credit Card, and Government Purchase Credit Card
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for interacting with senior leadership
  • Understanding of military protocol, rank structure, and etiquette
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects and adapt to changing priorities

Full Job Description

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The 0301 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here.

Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions. Major Duties:

The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters (HQ) at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia is searching for an Executive Support Specialist (NH-0301-03, GS 12/13 equivalent).

Description: Join the Space Force at the Pentagon as an Executive Support Specialist, where you'll be at the forefront of strategic operations for the 3-Star Deputy Chief of Space Operations.

In this fast-paced, high-visibility role, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring that our senior leadership is always in the right place at the right time.

Your daily tasks will include synchronizing calendars with top officials like the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of Space Operations, developing and coordinating travel itineraries for both CONUS and OCONUS trips, and leading weekly calendar deconfliction reviews.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy coordinating high-level activities, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

You'll be responsible for managing travel logistics, coordinating executive participation in major conferences, and handling incoming calls-all while supporting a mission that's out of this world.

If you're organized, proactive, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

The ideal candidate for the Executive Assistant position should have a strong background in executive office management and automation, particularly within the DoD.

This requires experience in managing multiple executives' calendars and in-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.

Additionally, proficiency in critical programs such as the Government Credit Card, Government Purchase Credit Card, and the Defense Travel System is essential.

Strong professional communication skills are a must, as the candidate will need to confidently interact with senior service leadership. Key Skills and Abilities: 1.

Knowledge of the organizational and functional responsibilities and operations of the employing organization. 2.

Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, and spreadsheets. 3.

Knowledge of protocol principles and associated regulations, policies, directives, procedural guides, precedents and instructions, and military and civilian rank structure in order to coordinate and assure adherence to proper ceremony and etiquette.

4. Skill in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously. 5.

Skill in interpreting functional policies, procedures, and techniques to develop viable programmatic options for satisfying the organization's changing priorities. 6.

Skill in intrapersonal relationships to work with senior officials. 7. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. 8. Ability to plan and organize work. 9.

Ability to access or locate information through the use of a person, computer or terminal. 10. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/27/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: SF-FY26-4F-NH-0301-3-SPLASH