As an Assisted Acquisition Project Manager, you will serve as an expert for a variety of complex projects procuring goods and services.
Position Location: Federal Acquisition Service, Assisted Acquisition Services Division. The location of this position will be determined upon selection anywhere in the Great Lakes Region (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin or Minnesota).
We are currently filling multiple vacancies.
Summary
As an Assisted Acquisition Project Manager, you will serve as an expert for a variety of complex projects procuring goods and services.
Position Location: Federal Acquisition Service, Assisted Acquisition Services Division. The location of this position will be determined upon selection anywhere in the Great Lakes Region (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin or Minnesota).
Your application will be considered if you are a:
Current career/career-conditional Federal employee in the competitive service; Reinstatement eligible; Special Appointing Authority eligible; VEOA eligible Veteran; ICTAP eligible; or OPM Interchange Agreement eligible.
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.
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
U.S. Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island
Meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of closing date
Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
1 year probationary period may be required.
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1956
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 5 investigation level). You must be granted this clearance before you can start the job. (If you do not already have a Top Secret clearance, you may still apply. If selected, the Agency will waive the need for the clearance in order to allow you to start immediately. However, the clearance process will continue and the clearance will be required for permanent assignment to the position.)
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.
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 between $96,013.00 - $102,188.00 per year based on location.
If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is 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.
Additional information
Bargaining Unit status: NFFE
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed. This vacancy announcement does not preclude filling this position by other means. Management also has the right not to fill the position.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:
Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee
Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government
All the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references and through other means, such as the interview process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
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.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
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.
Knowledge of the most up-to-date technology in the areas of hardware/software and systems in order to provide expertise on latest industry trends.
Effective oral and written communication skills to accurately and concisely translate a variety of requirements or specifications and perform relevant and persuasive briefings to audiences that can include technical specialists and high level officials with diverse needs.
Expert skill in meeting and dealing effectively and professionally with high level agency and contractor executives in order to communicate, defend, and/or justify extensive, complex proposals to customers.
Expert skill in conducting management reviews and presenting proposals to a variety of individuals at all levels of the agency or customer agencies.
Expert skill in managing multiple, complex IT and/or professional services projects concurrently for a wide variety of user customer agencies.
Additional assessments may be used, and, if so, you will be provided with further instructions.
If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
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.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
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.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. Such document(s) must show all of the following: effective date, position, title, series, grade, and rate of basic pay, tenure group 1 (career) or 2 (career-conditional), position occupied group, and name of agency. If you are a GSA employee (except in the OIG), you are not required to submit an SF-50.
If you are a 30% or more disabled veteran, VEOA or VRA applicant or qualified spouse, widow/widower, or parent:
(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
(b) If you are a disabled veteran, or are applying under VRA or VEOA as a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran, 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).
If you are a current Federal employee or Reinstatement Eligible: Submit your latest SF-50.
(a) one or more SF-50s, including your most recent one that shows you were on a competitive time-limited appointment(s) with a Land Management Agency and served on the appointment for a period(s) totaling more than 24 months without a break of 2 or more years.
(b) Copy of your agency’s annual performance appraisal(s) or written reference(s) from a supervisor at the agency verifying satisfactory performance during your appointment(s).
If you have a disability: Submit proof of eligibility. For information on eligibility and required documentation, refer to USAJOBS’s People With Disabilities page.
If you are applying under another special appointment authority: Submit proof of your eligibility under the appropriate appointment authority. See USAJOBS's Resource Center for more information.
If you areICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
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); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
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.
GSA, Federal Acquisition Service
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management
77 Forsyth Street SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant eligibility and qualifications are reviewed.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: Eligible/Qualified applicants are referred to management for review and possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If a selection is made, a Tentative Offer is extended to the selectee and suitability and/or security background investigation is conducted.
FINAL JOB OFFER: A final job offer is made (typically within 40 days after the closing date/deadline for applications).
FINAL COMMUNICATION TO APPLICANTS: Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status. You may check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. Such document(s) must show all of the following: effective date, position, title, series, grade, and rate of basic pay, tenure group 1 (career) or 2 (career-conditional), position occupied group, and name of agency. If you are a GSA employee (except in the OIG), you are not required to submit an SF-50.
If you are a 30% or more disabled veteran, VEOA or VRA applicant or qualified spouse, widow/widower, or parent:
(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
(b) If you are a disabled veteran, or are applying under VRA or VEOA as a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran, 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).
If you are a current Federal employee or Reinstatement Eligible: Submit your latest SF-50.
(a) one or more SF-50s, including your most recent one that shows you were on a competitive time-limited appointment(s) with a Land Management Agency and served on the appointment for a period(s) totaling more than 24 months without a break of 2 or more years.
(b) Copy of your agency’s annual performance appraisal(s) or written reference(s) from a supervisor at the agency verifying satisfactory performance during your appointment(s).
If you have a disability: Submit proof of eligibility. For information on eligibility and required documentation, refer to USAJOBS’s People With Disabilities page.
If you are applying under another special appointment authority: Submit proof of your eligibility under the appropriate appointment authority. See USAJOBS's Resource Center for more information.
If you areICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
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); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
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.
GSA, Federal Acquisition Service
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management
77 Forsyth Street SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant eligibility and qualifications are reviewed.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: Eligible/Qualified applicants are referred to management for review and possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If a selection is made, a Tentative Offer is extended to the selectee and suitability and/or security background investigation is conducted.
FINAL JOB OFFER: A final job offer is made (typically within 40 days after the closing date/deadline for applications).
FINAL COMMUNICATION TO APPLICANTS: Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status. You may check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
