Do you have a passion for public service? The United States Secret Service (USSS) is looking for you! The USSS is a premier law enforcement organization with two (2) critical national security missions: protect our nation’s leaders and to conduct criminal investigations.
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Do you have a passion for public service? The United States Secret Service (USSS) is looking for you! The USSS is a premier law enforcement organization with two (2) critical national security missions: protect our nation’s leaders and to conduct criminal investigations.
All United States citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States; and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligible (only applicable if you have worked in the Federal government).
Serves as a Contracting Officer with limited or unlimited signatory authority to enter into binding contracts on behalf of the United States Secret Service for commodities and services.
Plans and manages senior/junior level contract specialists’ workload (as directed by the Branch Chief); and directs the full range of contract administration/management (cradle to grave).
Serves as the principal contracting advisor to the program office on work associated with pre-/post-award functions involving highly specialized and complex procurement of significant importance to the Agency; and represents the agency in working groups, conferences and meetings.
Provides authoritative interpretations of the Department of Homeland Security policies/procedures, and the Federal Acquisition Regulations relative to all phases of the Acquisition life-cycle.
You must demonstrate at least one (1) year of the defined specialized experience and meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR).
Specialized experience is defined as:
GS-13: Performing duties such as serving as a lead contract specialist providing authoritative interpretation of regulations, procedures and policies pertaining to contracting; managing, planning, and coordinating the work of junior specialists; and providing guidance for all phases of cradle to grave contract administration/management.
GS-14: Performing duties such as serving as a Warranted Contracting Officer with limited or unlimited authority and/or progressive contracting experience which reflects contracting technical breadth/depth through increased responsibilities; providing authoritative interpretation of regulations, procedures and policies pertaining to contracting; managing, planning, directing and coordinating the work of junior specialists; and providing direction and guidance for all phases of cradle to grave contract administration/management.
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OPMs Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) is defined as:
Certifications Required: Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Level III or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III
Education
See Qualifications section.
Additional information
Our team members continue a tradition of excellence – whether investigating financial crimes or protecting national and visiting foreign leaders. In the USSS we serve the country with duty, loyalty, justice, integrity, and courage.
The Office of Enterprise Readiness (ERO), Procurement Division (PRO), is responsible for assisting the agency in procuring quality goods and services timely. The primary goal is to provide the best procurement services to customers within the scope of the laws and regulations; promote partnership between staff and customers; provide solutions to client and customer needs; and to ensure that assets and resources and wisely managed.
**Student Loan repayments, recruitment bonuses and relocation bonuses may be available**
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.
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.
The USSS offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
Federal health insurance
Life insurance coverage
Leave for personal, recreational, and health needs
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) Plan)
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Training and development
Relocation may be paid
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 evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
The USSS offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
Federal health insurance
Life insurance coverage
Leave for personal, recreational, and health needs
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) Plan)
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Training and development
Relocation may be paid
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.
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.
Instructions for Submitting Resumes and Applicable Documents
Resume, un-official college transcripts, and FAC-C/DAWIA Level III certification should be submitted to ContractingOfficer@usss.dhs.gov and include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week.
Special Priority Selection rights under ICTAP: Submit a copy of your agency notice, copy of your most recent performance appraisal (with at least a satisfactory rating), and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. The subject line of email must reference ICTAP Eligible Candidate. To be considered well qualified, you must meet the specialized experience and OPM's Individual Occupational Requirements as listed in the Qualifications Section.
United States Secret Service (DHS-USSS)
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Washington, District of Columbia 20223
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility.
You will be contacted if your resume is deemed to meet the qualifications and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the open period.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
Instructions for Submitting Resumes and Applicable Documents
Resume, un-official college transcripts, and FAC-C/DAWIA Level III certification should be submitted to ContractingOfficer@usss.dhs.gov and include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week.
Special Priority Selection rights under ICTAP: Submit a copy of your agency notice, copy of your most recent performance appraisal (with at least a satisfactory rating), and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. The subject line of email must reference ICTAP Eligible Candidate. To be considered well qualified, you must meet the specialized experience and OPM's Individual Occupational Requirements as listed in the Qualifications Section.
United States Secret Service (DHS-USSS)
Please read entire announcement
Please apply online
Washington, District of Columbia 20223
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility.
You will be contacted if your resume is deemed to meet the qualifications and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the open period.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
