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The General Services Administration aims to make the Acquisition Talent Development (ATD) program the premier program in the federal government for entry-level acquisition professionals. When accepted into the ATD program, as part of the Pathways Recent Graduate Program, you'll join a cohort of peers in a specialized training with the goal of conversion to a permanent employee at GSA.
GSA supports all federal agencies with acquisition, IT, construction, and property management solutions.
10/23/2023 to 10/30/2023
$47,369 - $86,780 per year
GS 7 - 9
Few vacancies in the following locations:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Permanent
Full-time
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Recent Graduates: If you completed a qualifying degree within the previous two years, you may apply. If you are a veteran who was prevented from applying during the 2-year period due to your military service, you may apply if your degree was completed within the last 6 years. Enrolled students: If you will complete your degree requirements by December 30, 2023, and will be able to start work February 2024, you may apply.
The General Services Administration is recruiting for the first cohort of the new Acquisition Talent Development Program (ATD), an entry-level professional career development opportunity for those interested in becoming government contracting professionals. ATD participants will become part of a team immersed in technical and soft-skills training, developmental assignments and opportunities to gain real-world experience in various contracting disciplines within GSA. Participants who successfully complete the two year training and professional development program will earn an industry recognized credential and will have completed all necessary requirements to take the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) professional exam. Passing the exam is required for all 1102 contracting professionals governmentwide.
This position has job functions that must be executed within a specific geographic location. The official duty station is a federal facility, leased space, or an alternative worksite (typically the employee's home). Positions include routine telework and remote work arrangements that are geographically specific to: Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Chicago IL, Denver CO, Fort Worth TX, Huntsville AL, Kansas City MO, Los Angeles CA, New York NY, Philadelphia PA, Tacoma WA, and Washington DC. The duty station will be determined upon selection and will be located within the geographic area described.
As a Contract Specialist, you will perform the following major duties:
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/
The initial length of the job is one year but may become permanent.
Bargaining Unit Status: Varies by location
If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:
GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:
Our commitment is:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
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.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50
If you are claiming veterans preference:
(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service.
(b) If you are claiming 10-point preference, submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:
(1) completed SF-15 form; and
(2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
College transcripts: Your transcripts MUST show a, b, and c:
(a) Proof of recent graduate status (within past 2 years or on track to graduate by December 30, 2023; or within past 6 years if you were prevented from applying due to your military service)
(b) Name of your college/university and your name
(c) Date your degree was awarded (to include course work/degree(s) completed/conferred)
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
After the closing date/deadline:
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/755884400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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