This position may be filled using Direct Hire Authority: Z5CAV/Direct-Hire Authority (Certain DoD Personnel) PL 118-31, Sec 125OB (i)(2), 12/22/2023.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. This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
You may qualify at the GS -15 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Overseeing procurement processes Managing contract functions and overseeing use of contract writing systems and tools Implementing policies; providing guidance; ensuring compliance with government regulations for high-value acquisitions Running analyses of metrics and reporting to senior leaders Supervising staff Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1102, series as listed below: DOD QUALIFICATION STANDARD FOR GS-1102 CONTRACTING POSITIONS Basic Education Requirements for GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent) positions: A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. NOTE: The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement. Basic Requirements for Critical Acquisition Positions: The Secretary of Defense shall designate the acquisition positions in the Department of Defense that are critical acquisition positions, applicants must: 1) be eligible for GS-14, or equivalent; and 2) hold a bachelor's degree; and 3) have completed all mandatory training requirements for Level II or III certification as prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to higher level contracting positions; and 4) possess four years of acquisition experience. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower grade level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position. Basic Qualification Requirements for Senior Contracting Officials: A Senior Contracting Official is a position such as a director of contracting, or a principal deputy to a director of contracting, serving in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Office of the Secretary of a Military Department, the Headquarters (HQ) of a Military Department, the HQ of a Defense Agency, a subordinate command HQ, or a major systems or logistics contracting activity in the Department of Defense. Before a person may be assigned to a critical acquisition position as a senior contracting official, the person must have at least four years' experience in contracting. Waivers: With the exception of Specialized Experience, the component acquisition career management authority may waive any or all of the requirements listed in this qualifications standard with respect to any employee of the Department of Defense if the board certifies that the individual possesses significant potential for advancement to levels of greater responsibility and authority, based on demonstrated job performance and qualifying experience. DOD Link: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-1102.pdf
This position serves as the Defense Threat Reduction Agency Head of Contracting Activity (HCA). It is the senior DTRA official responsible for managing the contracting office, holding overall accountability for procurement, policy compliance, and unlimited procurement authority. The HCA oversees acquisition strategies, reviews, and ethical standards, delegating authority to contracting officers. As a SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST at the GS-1102-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Management and Oversight: Responsible for the overall management of the contracting activity, including the, awarding and administration of contracts, grants and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) actions. Appointment Authority: Appoints Contracting Officers (KOs) and Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs) in accordance with DTRA procedures. Policy Establishment: Establishes specific acquisition policies, procedures, and guidance for DTRA. Compliance and Reporting: Ensures compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), including monitoring contractor performance reporting (e.g., in CPARS) and integrity information records. Risk Management: Assesses and mitigates risks associated with contracts. Strategic Direction: Aligns procurement approaches with organizational goals and supports acquisition reviews.