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Policy and Plans Specialist
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Department of Defense Headquarters
- Department: Department of Defense
- Location: Hickam AFB, Hawaii
- Salary: $131310 – $170708/yr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 1
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
- Date Posted: 2026-09-23
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-28
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Job Summary
The mission of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is to provide the fullest possible accounting for our missing personnel from our Nation's past conflicts to their families and our Nation. DPAA personnel research, investigate, recover and identify remains of DoW personnel unaccounted for from World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Cold War, Iraq conflicts and the Persian Gulf War.
The DPAA Director (SES-3) reports to the Under Secretary of War for Personnel & Readiness (USW(P&R)).
Key Responsibilities
Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Represents the directorate and agency leadership in high-level discussions, public forums, and media Q&A sessions with U.S. and foreign officials, Combatant Commands, Embassies, and Veteran Service Organizations.
Coordinates planning, policy, and strategic foreign engagement efforts with Action Officers (AOs) to support the recovery of unaccounted-for American personnel, and provides expert policy analysis and advice to senior staff and managers. Manages and coordinates the collection, database tracking, and timely response of all Requests for Information (RFI) for the Hawaii office, delivering weekly status and analytical reports directly to the PP Director and Deputy.
Leads ad-hoc projects, teams, and working groups to improve program efficiency, and prepares agency position papers and presentations for senior leadership. Analyzes operational trends and drafts critical executive documents, policy memoranda, and briefings for senior defense officials and families.
Requirements & Education
Education cannot be substituted for experience.
Contact
whs.job.application.assistance@mail.mil
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Department of Defense Headquarters, Department of Defense.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $131310 – $170708/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-28.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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