Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. Responsibilities This announcement is being used to recruit qualified individuals under the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Direct Hire Authority authorized by 5 United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 3304 and 5 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 337, Subpart B. Therefore, Category Rating, Veterans' Preference, and traditional rating/ranking of applicants do not apply to this Public Notice. This position is located in Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA), Acquisitions Staff. The Acquisitions Staff provides technical guidance and contracting operations to the United States Attorney's Offices (USAOs) and EOUSA staff offices. Typical work assignments will include: Analyzing and evaluating contracting matters, developing, and recommending contracting policies and procedures, and guiding and managing contracting activities. Provides technical guidance and expertise concerning procurement statutes, regulations, and Departmental and agency policies regarding the procurement process. Advisory services focus on technical contracting issues to include advance acquisition plans, business clearances, pre-award surveys, cost and price analysis, contract administration and methods of procurement. Negotiates and awards complex, high dollar value Open Market contracts and "Best Value" delivery orders against GSA Federal Supply Service Schedules. Analyzes district needs and contracting operations, identifying options for consolidating contracts. Participates in the preparation of policies and procedures at agency level based on changes in statutes, regulations and best practices and makes recommendations for implementation. Coordinates procurement training conferences. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications PLEASE READ THE EDUCATION SECTION IN ADDITION TO THE QUALIFICATIONS SECTION. In addition to meeting one of the basic requirements as described in the EDUCATION SECTION, applicants MUST also meet the following grade specific qualification requirements below. GS-12: To be eligible at the GS-12 level, you must have at least one full year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing pre-award and post-award acquisitions; performing reviews of acquisition packages; evaluating proposals and advising on performing technical and cost evaluations, pre-award; executing award documents and modifying contracts; and assisting in financial management reviews, purchasing system reviews and/or property system reviews. GS-13: To be eligible at the GS-13 level, you must have at least one full year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing acquisition packages, that include justifications, statement of work, evaluation criteria, and delivery schedules to ensure compliance with proper procedures and regulations; ensures solicitors meet financial and best value determinations; performing cost and price analysis; conducting contract negotiations to meet customer needs; preparing contact award packages; and conducting pre-award management reviews for financial, purchasing systems and/or property system contracts before final contract award It is preferred that the applicant has a current Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) or equivalent All applicants must be able to obtain and retain a Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C). FAC-C has specific training requirements with some courses online as well as classroom courses. To maintain a FAC-C, contract professionals are required to meet the continuous training requirement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) - The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found eligible and qualified for this vacancy. To be eligible and qualified, you must satisfy all eligibility and qualification requirements for the vacant position as outlined in this announcement. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) - The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found eligible and qualified for this vacancy. To be eligible and qualified, you must satisfy all eligibility and qualification requirements for the vacant position as outlined in this announcement. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Education In addition to meeting one of the grade specific qualifications requirements as described above in the QUALIFICATIONS SECTION, applicants MUST also meet the following basic requirements below. Basic Requirements for GS-5 through GS-12 a. 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; OR b. 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; OR c. Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. Employees who occupy GS-1102 positions at grades 5 through 12 will be considered to meet the basic requirements for other GS-1102 positions up to and including those classified at GS-12. This includes positions at other agencies and promotions up through grade 12. However, employees must meet specialized experience requirements when seeking another position. You MUST submit your transcripts. Failure to submit your transcripts may result in disqualification for this position. Basic Requirements for GS-13 and Above Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting positions, including at least 4-years experience in contracting or related positions. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position. AND 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. Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met. However, they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade, unless granted a waiver under Paragraph D. 4.Waiver as stated in IOR for GS-1102-13 and above - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/contracting-series-1102/ All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov. OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Veterans' Preference - Since Direct Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified preference eligibles will be given full consideration for this position. While veterans' preference does not apply in Direct Hire Authority, preference eligibles can submit their supporting documentation listed as Optional in the Required Documentation section of this vacancy announcement. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Political Appointees (Current and Former): Political Appointees (Current or Former): 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 Non-Career 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. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
