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Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Clarification from the agency

Your application will be considered if you are a: • GSA employee, employed in Region 5, Public Buildings Services, Acquisition Management Division (AMD). • GSA surplus or displaced employee in the local commuting area who qualify for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) You must be serving on career or career-conditional appointment, or under a noncompetitive Special Appointing Authority which provides for conversion to a permanent position in the Competitive Service.

Duties

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This position is located in the PBS, Acquisition Management Division. This division is responsible for providing acquisition policy guidance, oversight, and support to PBS organizations for services and construction acquisitions.

Note: This position will be located at one of the existing R5 PBS Regional Office/Field Office Service Center locations. This position is not a virtual (full-time telework) position.

Examples of duties may include:

Setting objectives for the Branch. Determining the most efficient and economical manner by which to accomplish assigned workload, establishing priorities, and providing positive direction to subordinates on goal attainment and methodology.
Analyzing the functions and tasks assigned and determining how best to use employees' accomplishments. Assigning tasks and adjusting workload to meet program needs.
Monitoring branch program measures and results.
Dealing with the most complex or sensitive problems either personally or by recommending a course of action to subordinates.
Serving as a senior technical advisor to the Division Director and PBS Regional Commissioner and regional management officials.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of closing date
U.S. Citizenship or National
Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
1 year probationary period may be required.
Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
Apply online (See How to Apply section.)

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 2 investigation level).
Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required
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).

For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.

The GS-14 salary range starts at $111,521 per year. Salary is determined by the location for which you are selected.

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.

You must meet the requirements in 1, 2, or 3 below:

All of the following:
(a) Completion of Training listed in Level I & II of FAC-C Course Requirements; or FAC-C Level II or III, or a DAWIA level II or III certification.
(b) At least 4 years of experience in contracting or related positions including 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the level described below; and
(c) Completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
Exception: If you were in a GS-1102 position on January 1, 2000, you will be exempt from meeting the educational requirements for the grade level of that position. However, to be promoted you will have to meet Option 1 or 3.
Waiver: GSA's senior procurement executive has the discretion to waive any or all of the requirements in 1 above.

*One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service is required.

Specialized experience is experience in evaluating or implementing contracting programs, leading or supervising contracting professionals, and providing contracting services for the acquisition of a wide range of supplies and services, including professional services, utilities, construction, and Energy Savings Performance Contracts, and experience utilizing national contract vehicles, Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity vehicles, and GSA Schedules; OR contracting experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the full range of highly complex pre-award and post award activities utilizing a variety of types of contracts, and evidence of professional potential, business acumen, drive for results, relationship building, and self-motivation in order to procure supplies, services, or construction associated with an organization.

GSA Mandatory Training - Applicants may qualify for positions in the 1102 series at the GS-13 level and above by meeting option A or B below:

A. Course Requirements-

CON 091 (FED): Contract Fundamentals
CON 100: Shaping Smart Business Arrangements or FCN 101: Contracting Basics
CON 121: Contract Planning
CON 124: Contract Execution
CON 127: Contract Management
FAC 023: Basic Contracting for GSA Schedules
FAC 031: Small Business Programs
CLC 056: Analyzing Contract Costs
CLC 057: Performance-Based Payment & Value of Cash Flow
CLC 058: Introduction to Contract Pricing
CON 170 (FED): Fundamentals of Cost and Price Analysis
FCL-CM-2500: Category Management 101
CON 200: Business Decisions for Contracting
CON 216: Legal Considerations in Contracting
CON 0510 Managing Government Property in the Possession of Contractors
HBS 428: Negotiating
CON 280 (FED): Source Selection and Administration of Service Contracts
CON 290 (FED): Contract Administration & Negotiation Techniques in a Supply Environment

B. A current/maintained FAC-C (or DAWIA) Level II or higher contracting certification.

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Education

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://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Additional information

Bargaining Unit status: 8888

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.

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.

Acquisition/procurement expertise as reflected by a mastery of procurement regulations, policies and practices.
Ability to conduct requisite problem-solving, decision-making, conflict management, relationship building, quality orientation and continuous learning.
Human resources management knowledge to assess current and future staffing needs based on organizational goals and budget. Ability to ensure staff are appropriately selected, developed, utilized, appraised and rewarded; take corrective action for performance, discipline or conduct.
Ability to communicate and present (orally and in writing).
Leadership ability as reflected by experience in managing people or projects in positions requiring sound interpersonal skills including effective listening, tact, diplomacy and the ability to diffuse conflicts as they arise.
Ability to identify and analyze complex acquisition issues and problems; weigh relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluate alternative solutions; make recommendations.
Expert ability to interpret and apply procurement regulations, policies, practices, desk guides, legal precedents and other governing documents impacting diverse contracting matters.
Advanced skill in negotiation techniques to conduct complex or sensitive contract negotiations and to meet and deal with high level business, industry, scientific and/or Government officials.
Expert knowledge of applicable laws, Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) rules and the Agency’s procurement policies, regulations and procedures.
Expert knowledge of various types of contracts, methods of contracting and selection factors to satisfy complex requirements and to serve as a senior negotiator in the pre-award and post-award phases of contracting.

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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Required Documents

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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.

CTAP 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.

College Transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected for this job, you will be asked to provide an official transcript. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.

Contracting Documentation: Submit A or B:

(A) List of completed courses as described in the Qualifications section of this announcement. The list must include: official course title, course number, training provider, training hours completed, and the date completed

(B) Proof of contracting certification: FAC-C or DAWIA Level II or higher certification (copy of certificate)

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

Help

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.

Agency contact information

Theresa Gibbs

Phone: 312-353-8177
TDD: 800-877-8339
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: theresa.gibbs@gsa.gov

Address: GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
230 S. Dearborn Street, Room 3700
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!

Required Documents

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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.

CTAP 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.

College Transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected for this job, you will be asked to provide an official transcript. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.

Contracting Documentation: Submit A or B:

(A) List of completed courses as described in the Qualifications section of this announcement. The list must include: official course title, course number, training provider, training hours completed, and the date completed

(B) Proof of contracting certification: FAC-C or DAWIA Level II or higher certification (copy of certificate)

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

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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.

Agency contact information

Theresa Gibbs

Phone: 312-353-8177
TDD: 800-877-8339
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: theresa.gibbs@gsa.gov

Address: GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
230 S. Dearborn Street, Room 3700
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!