This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/588744000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer within the Department of Homeland Security in Washington, D.C.
01/07/2021 to 01/21/2021
$132,552 - $199,300 per year
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Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Merit Promotion, Status Candidates, Former Overseas Employees, CTAP/ICTAP, VEOA, 30% or More Disabled, EVHO, Individuals with Disabilities, Schedule A, Military Spouses, Peace Corps, Americorps, Vista, Interchange Agreement Eligibles, Land Management View common definitions of terms found in this announcement (http://dhsconnect.dhs.gov/org/comp/mgmt/dhshr/hr/Documents/JOA_Common_Definitions.pdf).
The incumbent serves as the DHS Acquisition Innovation Advocate and maintains theProcurement Innovation Lab as a front-leader in the federal procurement innovationsector and supports the DHS acquisition community as well as Federal Agency partnersin transforming Federal acquisition processes and outcomes.Champions ideas for Government-wide procurement innovation through the AIA Council, DHS AIA Council, and other relevant Government-wide forums and groups. Builds coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, non-profit and private sector organizations to achieve common goals. Cultivates a space where new ideas are
encouraged and where collaborative cross-functional efforts anticipate customer needs
more effectively while engaging end users and industry partners regularly.
Leads a team that provides expert technical guidance and procurement innovation coaching to procurement teams across DHS; collects feedback through post-award and post-performance interviews; and shares lessons learned across the acquisition community through a variety of training events. Advocates on behalf of DHS procurement teams to continue to remove obstacles that impede timely award or effective mission delivery. Responsible for timely briefing OCPO leadership on PIL procurement projects as needed, summarizing the issues and timelines, identifying benefits and risks to DHS and providing recommendations on issue resolution so that leadership can effectively champion procurement teams and support removal of obstacles.
Responsible for supporting the development of PIL Innovation Coaches across the DHS Components. Leads and supports the activities of the DHS AIA Council. Serves as an advocate for the CPO supporting the development of a culture within the acquisition community that is receptive to procurement innovation and managed risk taking to improve mission outcomes and enhance awareness and adoption of procurement innovation. Responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships within OCPO, across management lines of business (e.g. CFO, CIO, OCRSO), and within HCA organizations to contribute to CPO's objectives regarding communication and collaboration and to foster procurement innovation and a smart risk-taking mindset in relevant stakeholders. Consistently maintains responsive, timely and helpful engagements with internal OCPO colleagues as well as external customers from within DHS, across the Federal government and with industry.
Shares at various levels best practices on industry engagement throughout the procurement process and opportunities to incorporate viable ideas from industry into the procurement innovation process.
Serves as a principal advisor on non-traditional procurement models, such as rapid phased prototyping using other transaction authority, commercial solutions opening pilot program authority, prizes and challenges, and FAR-based flexibilities, and including adoption of innovative, cutting-edge procurement models already in use at other federal agencies. Serves as a principal advisor on methods to acquire and monitor contracts for IT modernization and digital services (such as iterative development methods, human centered design, and X-as-a-service) and opportunities to acquire and apply emerging technologies (such as artificial intelligence, intelligent automation, machine learning, robotic process automation, blockchain technology and cognitive computing) in support of both OCPO and DHS program objectives and mission.
Analyzes and evaluates extremely complex and sensitive contracting problems affecting the ability for DHS to meet its mission. Devises creative solutions that meet DHS's needs associated with major DHS contracting programs, and proposes innovative solutions to resolve issues, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and increase efficiency and effectiveness of the acquisition process, promoting strategies that reduce procurement administrative lead times and focus first on outcomes and missions.
Integrates new developments and best practices into DHS acquisition regulations, policies and procedures. Utilizes and recommends business process improvements to improve procurement operations, more effective use of resources and customer service. Develops a range of alternatives for the solution of procurement process challenges and problems on which even top national experts disagree and interest groups have strongly held views.
Analyzes proposed and recently passed complex acquisition regulations and recommends and/or develops appropriate implementation procedures and policies. Develops, coordinates, and implements strategic and near-term plans to include mission, goals, objectives, and implementation strategies.
Provides oversight and direction to a team of subject matter experts, technical specialists and support staff. Monitors assignments and completion of work and takes necessary steps to ensure the quantity and quality of work performed.
TQ-1: Demonstrated extensive experience and expert knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies governing the federal acquisition of supplies and services. Prior experience must reflect responsibility for both pre-and post-award management and administration of major acquisitions.
TQ-2: Demonstrated experience to work collaboratively and persuasively across multiple lines of business, Components, and across agencies to build consensus that delivers outcomes to meet mission needs of the organization.
TQ3: Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering, and measuring the success of procurement related training to diverse audiences including the Acquisition Workforce, Industry, and other stakeholders.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Employee Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. (https://www.opm.gov/news/releases/2016/08/newly-established-leave-policy-gives-disabled-veterans-more-time-to-address-medical-issues-1/)
Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expenses will not be paid.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for Top Secret/SCI clearance as a condition of placement in this Special Sensitive position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U. S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U. S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change
DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
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We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job:
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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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/21/2021.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. Paper applications and information sent by mail WILL NOT be accepted. If you cannot apply online, you may submit a paper application and the required forms. If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Applicants must submit all required documentation to properly qualify for this position.
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information.".
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/21/2021.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. Paper applications and information sent by mail WILL NOT be accepted. If you cannot apply online, you may submit a paper application and the required forms. If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Applicants must submit all required documentation to properly qualify for this position.
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information.".
For more information on applying for Federal employment, please click here.
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/588744000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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