Summary The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as an AETC headquarters Acquisition Services Life-Cycle Program Manager for an assigned program/project/service contract; establishes, monitors, directs, integrates and executes all activities involved in researching, developing, establishing, implementing, and controlling contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a contracted services program through designated phases of the acquisition and life cycle management processes. Responsibilities Develops, implements, executes, and controls contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a services program through designated phases of the acquisition and life-cycle sustainment management plans Represents the organization and higher management echelons to provide status information on assigned programs/projects, as required, in high level meetings and discussions with senior government officials, both within and outside the DOD and to senior contractor/industry personnel Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates activities of functional specialists including contracting, logistics, communication-electronics, finance, quality assurance, and civil engineering Performs work associated with a wide range of contract and management methods to implement special program projects Reviews and directs the progress of contractors in meeting program services and support objectives Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Expert knowledge of quality management principles and methods to develop agency plans, policies and procedures for acquisition quality management systems to be used by the Program Management Flight/Branch and the geographically separated units and it's contracted business partners; Expert knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of services acquisition and program management to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of program development and sustainment but require significant application of new principles. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of the laws, principles, policies, and practices of acquisition, Performance Based Service Contracts, life-cycle management planning and program management. 2. Knowledge of business, industrial management, operations and maintenance services (O&M), contracting procedures, technical concepts, and services practices to evaluate contractor proposals and activities. 3. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the Department of Defense, Air Force, and other entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence the acquisition and program management process. 4. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis and resolution of complex problems, and the ability to develop concrete action plans to resolve problems. 5. Knowledge of program management and team leadership principles and ability to apply those principles. 6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with technical accuracy, including ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups within the office as well as outside the immediate work unit. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
