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.
Summary
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.
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 June 30, 2024, you may apply.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
This is to advise you thatwe will SOON be accepting applications for the following career track within Acquisition Talent Development Program. A component of GSA that focuses on procuring goods and services for the rest of the federal government:
Contract Specialist: As the federal government’s premiere contracting agency, GSA is the ideal place for applicants interested in a contracting career. As a Contract Specialist, you will have opportunities to work on a host of contracts in various programs that support the entire federal government. Contract Specialists perform the full range of policy-related work, price analysis, cost analysis, contract negotiation, administration, and termination. Some examples of contracts include the Airline City Pairs Program, which provides negotiated airline rates to meet the government’s air travel needs; Emergency Management Services, which support disaster relief; and Environmental products and services, which support sustainability initiatives. Contract Specialists work in conjunction with Contracting Officers and play an integral role in GSA’s acquisitions.
GSA’s core mission is to help federal agencies buy smarter, reduce their real estate footprint, provide efficient, cost saving technology and create a better, faster federal government. We leverage the tremendous buying power of the federal government to acquire best value for taxpayers and our federal customers. Our jobs are as diverse as the services we provide, which makes us a great place to start, build, and expand your career!
We employ nearly 12,000 employees nationwide. Headquartered in Washington, DC, we have eleven regional offices located across the country; Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Fort Worth, TX, Kansas City, MO, Lakewood, CO, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco, CA, Tacoma, WA, and Washington, DC.
Who We Are Looking For:
Talented, motivated students who are looking to build their career at GSA, and who:
Will graduate by June 30, 2024.
Will be available to start work by July 15, 2024.
Have graduated within the past 2 years (or within 6 years for eligible veterans)
Are U.S. Citizens (As a federal agency, all of our employees must be U.S. Citizens)
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
If you participate in our Pathways Recent Graduates program, you will be required to:
Receive at least 40 hours of formal training directly linked to your employment field in addition to soft skill training.
Serve a trial period, which will allow your supervisor to evaluate your conduct and performance on the job and determine if your appointment will become permanent.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
Qualifications
You may qualify for this position based on education, experience, or a combination of the two. Specific qualification requirements will be found on the Students and Recent Graduates website when we are accepting applications.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
In order to be placed in a permanent position after completing the Pathways Recent Graduates program, you must:
Meet the qualification requirements for the position you are being placed in.
Maintain an acceptable performance under GSA's approved performance management system.
Receive a favorable recommendation from your supervisor at the end of the program.
Meet all the training and development requirements outlined in the GSA Pathways policy.
GSA is not obligated to make an offer of permanent employment to you after you have completed the Program.
Relocation expenses will NOT be paid.
Additional information
Diversity
GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:
Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.
Our commitment is:
Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.
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 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
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.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your overall possession of the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of the following categories and standard score ranges:
Best Qualified = Candidates scoring between 95 - 100
Well Qualified = Candidates scoring between 85 - 94
Qualified = Candidates scoring between 70 - 84
We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
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.
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 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
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.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
When you apply to this position via the link on our Students and Recent Graduates page, you will be asked to submit documentation of your qualifications and education. This will include:
Resume (with current cumulative GPA and expected date of graduation)
Current Transcript (official or unofficial are accepted)
Documentation of veterans preference (if applicable)
Specific information will be outlined in the job posting.
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.
There is no "Apply" button on this page because you cannot apply for these jobs via this Notice. You must apply online via application links on our Students and Recent Graduates website.
Check our Students and Recent Graduates website regularly. When we are accepting applications for this position, links to apply will appear on that site. The applicant link will include specific instructions on the application process.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
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If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
When you apply to this position via the link on our Students and Recent Graduates page, you will be asked to submit documentation of your qualifications and education. This will include:
Resume (with current cumulative GPA and expected date of graduation)
Current Transcript (official or unofficial are accepted)
Documentation of veterans preference (if applicable)
Specific information will be outlined in the job posting.
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.
There is no "Apply" button on this page because you cannot apply for these jobs via this Notice. You must apply online via application links on our Students and Recent Graduates website.
Check our Students and Recent Graduates website regularly. When we are accepting applications for this position, links to apply will appear on that site. The applicant link will include specific instructions on the application process.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
GSA, Office of Human Resources Management
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
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.
