ACQUISITION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an acquisition program manager responsible for developing, establishing, implementing, and controlling contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a project/program through designated phases of the acquisition cycle in the Systems Development Directorate. **Salary ranges include local market supplements.** Learn more about this agency Duties Assesses progress in assigned projects/programs including cost estimates, schedules, and performance supportability baseline requirements by applying known methods and procedures. Provides input into source selection and contractor monitoring of acquisition phases from development through production and deployment. Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates activities of functional specialists including contracting, engineering, manufacturing, program control, configuration/data management, test, and logistics. Reviews and directs the progress of contractors in meeting program objectives. Takes appropriate actions to approve terms and conditions set forth in negotiations, contracting plans and budgets, subcontractor participation, and addition or discontinuance of work by the contractor. Prepares and presents staff studies for presentation to the Program Director and other management officials. Conducts briefings, presentations, and demonstrations on program status, costs, adherence to baselines and schedules, etc. Ensures the maintenance of documentation of program costs, schedule adherence, contractual negotiations, and other information and supporting factors. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship Required All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period. If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include shifts, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Shift work and emergency overtime may be required Employee must maintain current certifications Disclosure of Political Appointments Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments. POLYGRAPH: Employee may be required to undergo random CI polygraph examinations in accordance with security regulations involving material handling. A baccalaureate degree in general management, business administration, engineering management or a related acquisition field and a master's degree highly desired. Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position Qualifications This is a GG-07 target GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-12 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. The job can only be filled at Entry/Developmental or Full Performance level when selections are made. This position is a developmental position and will be filled at the GG-07, GG-09 or GG12 level with promotion potential to the GG-12. The individual selected for this position may be promoted to the target level without further competition upon meeting any legal and regulatory requirements. To qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements describes in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative Management Positions. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include applying comprehensive knowledge of the principles, policies, legal requirements, and practices of systems acquisition and program management to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of the development, production, and/or deployment of systems, subsystems, and equipment that are within state-of-the-art but require significant application of new principles; applying knowledge of the activities and purpose of functional support personnel and ability to coordinate such aspects of systems acquisition as engineering, contracting, program control, configuration, test, manufacturing, and integrated logistics support to effectively implement program management and direction. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. OR EDUCATION: GG-07: 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement GG-09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. AND 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: Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, policies, legal requirements, and practices of systems acquisition and program management to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of the development, production, and/or deployment of systems, subsystems, and equipment that are within state-of-the-art but require significant application of new principles. Knowledge of complex systems in order to gauge the results of acquisition and in-house efforts to guide existing programs, and determine and correct future program deficiencies. Practical knowledge of systems and software in order to apply new acquisition methods, approaches, or procedures. Knowledge of DoD acquisition to include the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES) process. Skill in communicating both orally and in writing in a clear and accurate fashion. Ability to analyze conflicting information from multiple sources and determine/apply proper approaches to problem resolution. This task is accomplished in an environment of state-of-the-art technology and time critical deadlines. Ability to keep abreast of acquisition changes and trends as applied to the management of technically complex systems and to maintain and control classified information. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. This position has been designated as an Acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA)certification and requirements applicable to the duties of the position. 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 IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. For additional information on DCIPS, click here 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval) Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.