Discuss the below:
• Why does a career in public service appeal to you (1 paragraph)
• Why do you wish to work for the Directorate of Operations as a Staff Operations Officer with the Department of Defense? (1 paragraph)
• Other than the Directorate of Operations, what other career options are of interest to you and why? (1 paragraph)
• Describe one thing from your academic or professional background that has prepared you for success in the Directorate of Operations (1 paragraph)
• Complete this thought: "I do my best work when..." (1 paragraph)
• Describe a time when you did not succeed, professionally or academically, and what you learned from that experience (2 paragraphs)
JOB TITLE:
The Directorate of Operations (DO) is a cadre of action- and results-oriented professionals who accept significant, demanding responsibilities and accountability for results. Minimum requirements for a DO position include:
• US citizenship at the time of application (dual national US citizens are eligible)
• Personal integrity
• A four year college/university degree from an accredited institution (applicants within one year of earning a four year degree will be considered)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to the mission of the DOD and DO
All Directorate of Operations (DO) officers are hired at an entry level and train as they are expected to work - as one team. DO officers begin their careers spending one to two years learning the foundations of clandestine operational tradecraft via classroom training, practical exercises, and on-the-job experience gained through a series of interim assignments. Following successful completion of the foundational training each DO officer will transition into advanced training activity to prepare them to serve effectively in the following career occupational specialty:
• Staff Operations Officer (SOO)
DO SOOs provide the seamless integration between DOD Headquarters and DO offices in the field necessary to drive operations to success.
An effective, versatile, and resourceful SOO is critical to the success of the DO's most creative, challenging, and impactful operations.
• Deliver results
• Develop and maintain broad networks across the DOD and the US Government
• Deal effectively, comfortably, and confidently with US Government professionals at all levels of responsibility, authority, and rank
• Multitask and remain calm under pressure
• View challenge and uncertainty as opportunity
• Take initiative and deliver solutions
• Have an authoritative voice in strategic operational decisions