The Ombuds Blog: Job Posting: Department of Defense Education Activity

March 04, 2024

Job Posting: Department of Defense Education Activity

The federal K-12 school system is hiring an Associate Ombudsman. (It is unclear whether this position will join the ADR/CM Program Manager, which is being filled currently, or if this is a rebranded position.) The full-time position is within the Office of the Chief of Staff Ombuds and Resolution Services Branch in Alexandria, Virginia. The position is telework eligible and up to 20% travel may be expected.

Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level (including: developing, implementing, and managing ADR/CM initiatives, programs; and/or serving as a facilitator, mediator, conflict coach, and/or practitioner for workplace dispute resolution). The GS-14 position pays $139,395 to $181,216 per year and applications are due by March 13, 2024. (USA Jobs.)

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March 04, 2024

Job Posting: Department of Defense Education Activity

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