Summary This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for leading and advising the Agency in matters associated with Federal and Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition reforms and similar initiatives affecting the acquisition system. Responsibilities This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated August 12, 2024. As a PROCUREMENT ANALYST at the GS-1102-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Developing and implementing acquisition policies and establishing standardized contracting processes to improve operational efficiency. Providing expert advice to contracting personnel on the interpretation and application of acquisition laws, regulations, and directives. Conducting reviews and analyzing findings to ensure adherence to established contracting policies and procedures. Representing the agency on high-level working groups with representatives from the Department. Developing and delivering training to the contracting community to ensure personnel possess the skills required for effective mission execution. Serving as the lead for an eBusiness capability, responsible for user training and direct problem resolution. Identifying and introducing processes to the contracting community that improve operational efficiency and enable data-driven decision-making. Analyzing acquisition data and policy matters to prepare reports for leadership and draft official responses to complex issues, proposed legislation, and Congressional inquiries. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Serving as an advisor on the acceptability of contractual matters throughout all stages of the procurement process, from acquisition planning to contract closeout. Ensuring all actions maintain compliance with applicable regulations, procedures, and processes during the execution of the procurement process. Exploiting organization's e-business systems to support the procurement process. Managing multiple, concurrent projects while identifying and resolving a wide range of complex contractual and procedural problems. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information Other Notes: ACQUISITION POSITION: This is an Acquisition Workforce position in the Contracting functional area. The incumbent will be required to become certified in the Professional tier within 3 years. The incumbent is required to acquire a minimum of 40 continuous learning points (CLPs) every fiscal year as a goal and 80 CLPs being mandatory within 2 years. RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible: Submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible: You must provide a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist, DD3145-1 (whs.mil), a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form (SF) 50 effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade. Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Preference Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement: Submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability. All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))
