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Summary
As a Assisted Acquisition Program Manager, you will serve as an expert for a variety of complex projects procuring goods and services.
Location of position: The location of this position will be determined upon selection anywhere in the Great Lakes Region. Please reference "Major Duties" Section for further clarification.
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
08/24/2023 to 09/07/2023
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Salary
$98,496 - $142,650 per year
Salary subject to locality rates based on selected duty station.
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Pay scale & grade
GS 13
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Locations
Few vacancies in the following locations:
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Location Negotiable After Selection,
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GSA - US Locations,
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—The official duty station is a federal facility, leased space, or an alternative worksite (typically the employee’s home) within the specified geographic area. If you are selected for this position, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 45 days. At that time, you may be eligible to request to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency’s telework policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
13
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
23FASC395ECMP
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Control number
745121600
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This job is open to
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Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
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Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Clarification from the agency
Your application will be considered if you are a: • GSA employee (Must be employed in region 5Q1F). • GSA surplus or displaced employees in the local commuting area who qualify for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) You must be serving on a career or career-conditional appointment, or under a noncompetitive Special Appointing Authority which provides for conversion to a permanent position in the Competitive Service.
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Duties
This is a Category 2 position with job functions that must be executed within specific geographic locations. The official duty station is a federal facility, leased space, or an alternative worksite (typically the employee’s home) within the specified geographic area of: anywhere in the Great Lakes Region (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin or Minnesota). If you are selected for this position, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 45 days. At that time, you may be eligible to request to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency’s telework policy.
This position is located in the Federal Acquisition Service, Assisted Acquisition Services (AAS) Division. As an Assisted Acquisition Project Manager, you will serve as an expert acquisition project manager and technical consultant and advisor for a variety of complex projects procuring goods and services. This division offers value-added, customized, acquisition, project management, and financial management services for large and/or complex Information Technology and Professional Services solutions.
As an Acquisition Project Manager for complex projects procuring IT and professional services, you will receive and analyze customer agency requests, develop requirements documentation, provide acquisition plan/strategy analyses and recommendation, and evaluate technical proposals to procure and meet customer needs.
GSA/AAS is expanding to provide support for Research and Development (R&D), cost contract requirements, and Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) requirements. Acquisition experience in these fields is not required but is desired.
The selected candidate will be responsible for finding innovative ways to match a client's needs to existing contract vehicles and other acquisition strategies including proposing new and innovative ways to serve client's needs and acts as liaison between the client, the contracting officer, and contractor. Examples of duties include:
Serving as a contracting officer's representative (COR) and providing guidance to customer contracting officer representatives (COR).
Analyzing customer needs to integrate state of the art technology requirements and acting upon customer requests for the acquisition and procurement of Information Technology and Professional products and services and the development and design of comprehensive, integrated system solutions.
Developing partnerships and networks with the federal community and industry experts to establish new business opportunities.
Coordinating work efforts between customer technical functions and contracting offices.
Making technical and project management decisions in development of agency requirements/specifications to ensure development and implementation of each task is consistent with terms and conditions.
Managing customer requirements through the contracting or task order process.
Coordinating with the Contracting Officer and providing substantial assistance in preparing acquisition and procurement documentation.
Developing the integrated solution and supporting documentation in support of IT hardware/software products and services along with other professional services task order or contract requirements.
Monitoring and advising contracting officers of performance related issues. Monitoring contractor performance.
Conducting government/contractor/customer kick off meetings and progress reviews to establish reporting requirements, task progress, financial management issues and deliverable due dates.
Leading or co-chairing Source Selection Panels or Technical Evaluation Boards.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
- Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
- Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
- Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
- Current or Former Political Appointees: 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 NonCareer 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.
- Serve a one-year probationary period, if required.
- Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 5 investigation level). You must be granted this clearance before you can start the job.
- Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
- Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
- Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative drug test result.
- Participate in the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), which includes attending meetings and planning activities; and carrying out mission-critical work at a designated location other than your primary work site (which may be outside of your commuting area).
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
- the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
- number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
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The GS 13 salary range starts at $98,496 per year.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service, performing full life-cycle management of multiple acquisitions from pre-award through post-award and contract closeout for information technology (IT), non-IT professional services, federal research and development, or technology development areas. This experience includes:
- Developing and analyzing a wide range of complex pre-award requirements; Reviewing and developing requirement and acquisition documentation.
- Developing and implementing acquisition strategies.
- Formulating and executing project schedules.
- Monitoring contract performance and administering post-award contractual actions.
- Leading multi-disciplinary project teams and collaborating with multiple project stakeholders.
- Establishing new business opportunities by developing partnerships and networks with other federal agencies; and
- Providing exceptional customer service to external customers outside of the candidate’s organization.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Bargaining Unit Status:
This position is eligible for the bargaining unit
Relocation Not Paid
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
Diversity
GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:
- Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
- Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.
Our commitment is:
- Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
- Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
- Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.
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.
You will have access to many benefits including:
- Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
- Life insurance coverage with several options
- Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
- Flexible work schedules
- Transit and child care subsidies
- Flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance
- Training and development
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities. Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered.
- Extensive and expert knowledge of the capabilities, uses, and integrated requirements of information technology and professional services products and services to conduct general business operations. Serves as the expert authority on professional service offerings and information technology solutions. Possesses a broad knowledge of acquisition, procurement and project management principles utilized by customer agencies to conduct general business operations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of customer business, financial platforms and procedures, and operating requirements, coupled with technology capabilities.
- Expert skill in determining customer agency professional services, research and development, and integrated information technology needs and expert skill in developing unique technical package to meet the needs of a variety of civilian and military customers.
- Knowledge of acquisition/procurement regulations, acquisition terminology, acquisition planning and contract administration procedures and practices; agency regulations, and the missions/functions of other federal agencies in order to negotiate effectively with vendors and user agency representatives on sensitive issues.
- Expert knowledge of agency operating procedures, interagency agreements and methods used in developing agreements with customer federal agencies in order to meet the requirements of Title 31
- Expert knowledge of analytical methods, principles, and techniques required to receive, analyze, and resolve customer requests and problems. Expert skill in conducting studies and analysis to arrive at solutions for customer requirements that can be nationwide or worldwide in nature or involve state of the art or precedent-setting business or technology needs.
- Extensive knowledge of policy to formulate and execute IT and professional services acquisitions, including being fully compliant with all laws, regulations and policies.
- Knowledge to acquire goods and services.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
If you are eligible under GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
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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.
You will have access to many benefits including:
- Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
- Life insurance coverage with several options
- Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
- Flexible work schedules
- Transit and child care subsidies
- Flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance
- Training and development
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
If you areCTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
How to Apply
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
- Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
- Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
- Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
- Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
Agency contact information
Elsie Cortez
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GSA, Federal Acquisition Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources (5ADH)
230 S. Dearborn Street, Room 3730
Chicago, Illinois 60604
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
- ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
- REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
- SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
- FINAL JOB OFFER:Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
- FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
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Required Documents
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
If you areCTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
- Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
- Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
- Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
- Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
Agency contact information
Elsie Cortez
- Address
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GSA, Federal Acquisition Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources (5ADH)
230 S. Dearborn Street, Room 3730
Chicago, Illinois 60604
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
- ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
- REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
- SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
- FINAL JOB OFFER:Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
- FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair & Transparent
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Agency contact information
Elsie Cortez
- Address
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GSA, Federal Acquisition Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources (5ADH)
230 S. Dearborn Street, Room 3730
Chicago, Illinois 60604
United States