Supervisory Contract Specialist - Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States

Job Summmary

As a Supervisory Contract Specialist, you will serve as a Division Director in the Office of Centralized Acquisition and Support for the Office of Administrative Services (OAS), with full authority and sharing responsibilities for, the planning, organizing and managing of acquisition operations, policy, programs and projects within OAS. OAS is responsible for administrative and management services at GSA. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed

Who can apply

1. Internal to an agency - appears on USAJOBS
2. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Job Duties

Directs the formulation, development, preparation, coordination, and review of short-and long-range organizational plans and programs for enhancing operations and business processes in the interest of acquisition management and/or better customer service and support. Promotes and establishes an operational and organizational effectiveness environment that assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the organization and supports quality management, interpersonal communications among activities, and other related productivity factors. Provides expert, authoritative advice to program officials on a wide range of contract methods and procedures to improve the operational effectiveness of the organization in fulfilling its assigned responsibilities. Oversees high-level analysis and evaluation of contracting matters that supports all GSA staff offices. Exercises a full range of supervisory and managerial responsibilities and ensures recruitment, development, and retention of highly skilled professional, technical, operational, and administrative workforce for the organization. Reviews and approves acquisition documents to include acquisition plans; determinations and findings in support of various contractual actions; and ratifications for unauthorized commitments.

Requirements

If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position. Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required.

US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island), Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date., Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable, Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

Qualification

Qualifications (1 - 7000 characters) For each job on your resume, provide: the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year) number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace corps, Americorps), we encourage you to include this experience on your resume. For a brief video on How to Create a Federal Resume, click here. The GS15 salary range starts at $143,736 per year. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level or higher in the Federal service. Contracting Series, 1102 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must meet the requirements in 1, 2, or 3 below: 1. All of a, b, and c below: (a) Completion of Training/Certification: FAC-C (Professional) or DoD Contracting Professional Certification. (b) At least 4 years of experience in contracting or related positions including 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the level described below; and (c) Completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. 2. Exception: If you were in a GS-1102 position on January 1, 2000, you will be exempt from meeting the educational requirements for the grade level of that position. However, to be promoted you will have to meet Option 1 or 3. 3. Waiver: GSA's senior procurement executive has the discretion to waive any or all of the requirements in 1 above. Note: Candidates that are missing either the 24 hours of business credit and/or the mandatory training certification, but are determined to be otherwise eligible, can be placed on a waiver certification by the HR staffing specialist. Specialized experience is one year of experience equivalent to the GS-14 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is: Managing and evaluating program operations. Overseeing the organization's technical and managerial activities relating to the contracting function. Ensuring that agency regulation and guidance implement statutory requirements and sound policies across the entire spectrum of procurement. Overseeing the development, implementation, and communication of policies that directly affect the terms and conditions in contracts, and providing the competencies necessary to perform the full range of highly complex pre-award and post award activities. Utilizing a variety of types of contracts and evidence of professional potential, business acumen, drive for results, relationship building, and self-motivation in order to procure supplies and services associated with an organization. This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. Condition of Employment This position description includes the requirements for the FAC-C (Professional) certification which mandates that the incumbent obtain and maintain the FAC-C (Professional) certification.

Education

Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Additional information

Bargaining Unit Status Bargaining Unit Status: - This position is ineligible for the bargaining unit Criminal History Inquiries - Not allowed before offer If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Travel – May be approved Travel expenses associated with interviews may be approved. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis. Management Rights Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. Condition of Employment This position description includes the requirements for the FAC-C (Professional) certification which mandates that the incumbent obtain and maintain the FAC-C (Professional) certification. Diversity GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued. Our commitment is: Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment; Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities. Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered. Skill in designing and/or enhancing business processes within acquisition management. Ability to analyze program operations and to present findings and recommendations to various stakeholders. Ability to analyze program operations and develop white papers and decision documents with findings and recommendations to various stakeholders. Knowledge of procurement functional areas, governing acquisition laws, regulations, and policies, in order to assess complicated acquisition packages for potential problem areas and provide recommendations regarding agency contracting matters. Ability to supervise subordinate staff that include branch chiefs, various personnel up through GS-14. Skill in reviewing work in terms of potential impact on broad agency staffing and recruitment goals. Knowledge of acquisition planning, cost and/or price analyses, contract types, procurement methods, source selection, protests, disputes, contract administration, contract terminations and other procurement functional areas sufficient to analyze acquisition problems. Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If you are eligible under GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Document Requires:-

ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit. Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If you are CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50. College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). Transcripts MUST show: name of the institution, student's name, course work/degree(s) completed/conferred and dates. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education. Submit proof of contracting certification: FAC-C (Professional) or DoD Contracting Professional Certification.

How to appy this Job

Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process. Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job. Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact [email protected] or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

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Next Step after Apply

After the closing date/deadline: ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview. SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process. FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come onboard, you will be given a final offer, which is typically within 40 days after the announcement closes. FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard. Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!