This position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ICE, Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), IHSC, Office of the Deputy Assistant Director of Administration, Resource Management Unit. The incumbent serves as a program manager with the primary responsibility of serving as a contracting officer's representative (COR).
This position is only open to current USPHS officers.
USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.
Summary
This position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ICE, Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), IHSC, Office of the Deputy Assistant Director of Administration, Resource Management Unit. The incumbent serves as a program manager with the primary responsibility of serving as a contracting officer's representative (COR).
This position is only open to current USPHS officers.
USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.
Applicants must be a current USPHS Commissioned Corps Officer.
USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.
Civilians are not eligible for this position.
Serve as the Contracting Officer's Representative for the agency's contracts with duties to include, but not limited to: technical liaison between the Contracting Officer and Contractor, contract performance monitoring, contract deficiency reports, personnel issues, invoice review and payment processing, coordination of meetings and program reviews.
Coordinate with subject matter experts on drafting Statement of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), Independent Government Cost Estimates ( IGCE), and conducting Market Research.
Develop, review, and/or recommend bid solicitations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOW)/Performance Work Statements (PWS) for open, competitive outsourcing of requirements for goods and services.
Receives direction from the Contract Officer (CO) to ensure contractor compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) for all contracts where delegated authority is given.
Reviews and pays all invoices in a timely manner in accordance with ICE Financial Operations guidelines and the Prompt Payment Act.
Maintain COR Contract Files in accordance with DHS Contracting Officer's Representative Essential Element Guidebook or Appointment Letter.
Assists in the planning, coordination, and administration of Source Selection Evaluation Boards (SSEB) or Technical Evaluation Panels (TEP).
Provides management oversight in the procurement of supplies, equipment and services needed in support of the ICE mission.
Serves as an RMU point of contact for matters related to the fiscal, acquisition/procurement, logistics and resource management activities for IHSC
Track all contracts burn rates in relation to approved spend plan.
Track contract expiration dates and execute requisitions for renewals and exercising options.
Track Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and complete CPARS actions for all contracts.
Provide Past Performance Evaluations, as needed for current and past contracts as requested by other Federal or State government contracting organizations.
Communicates efficiently with external and internal stakeholders, represents the agency to customers, the public, government as well as other external entities, specifically vendors and other stakeholders related to contracting activities.
Participates with senior leadership in the development and review of contracts and acquisition strategies for the Division. Networks within communities to establish and maintain collaborative partnerships.
Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish positive outcomes.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
You must successfully pass a background investigation.
You must successfully pass a drug screen.
Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service.
Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Service Remaining Requirement Agreement: Upon appointment to this position, officers will be required to serve an 18 to 24-month commitment to IHSC.
Applicants must be a current USPHS Commissioned Corps Officer.
USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.
Civilians are not eligible for this position.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time (e.g., 6-8 Hours).
Performing repeated bending motion.
Average manual dexterity for computer operation.
Phone use for extended periods of time.
Education
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Qualifying degree for the officer's category and an advanced degree (e.g., MPH, M.A. or M.S.) from an accredited institution. Minimum of three to five years of professional experience relevant to the officer's category. Of the total professional experience, officer must possess at least two years of experience related to management, administration and evaluation of public health programs.
Level II COR Certification preferred or obtained within six months of hire through Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD) system.
Obtain Level III COR Certification upon application, they must obtain Level III though Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD) within 18 months of hire and maintain Level III Certification.
If the incumbent holds a clinical license, it is the responsibility of the incumbent to fulfill the obligation(s) of their licensing or certifying body to maintain current status. The agency may require the incumbent performs clinical activities with the scope of clinical license in times of critical needs within the agency. If in a clinical discipline and as directed and approved by his/her supervisors, the incumbent may perform clinical duties of their profession in Federal health care facilities. Such direction is documented via a memorandum of assignment and is filed in the eOPF.
Knowledge of ICE and IHSC, program policies and guidelines, operating procedures, and various departmental initiatives.
Ability to exercise a high degree of independence, initiative, judgment, and follow-through on a broad range of sensitive, complex administrative and financial tasks.
Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and work requirements.
Knowledge and skill in all Microsoft Office Products to include Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, and SharePoint.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
Maintain current CPR/BLS certification.
Maintain basic readiness status
Additional information
This position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), ICE Health Service Corps (IHSC), Office of the Deputy Assistant Director of Administration, Resource Management Unit. The incumbent serves as a program manager with the primary responsibility of serving as a contracting officer's representative (COR), and may be required to perform clinical activities within the scope of clinical licensure in times of critical needs within the agency.
IHSC has a multi-sector, multidisciplinary workforce of more than 1700 employees, including U.S. Public Health Service (PHS) commissioned officers, federal civil servants, and contract staff. IHSC provides, public health services, on-site direct patient care to ICE detainees at 20 detention facilities throughout the country and manages the provision of off-site medical care for detainees housed in approximately 148 additional facilities, with a combined population of 34,000 detainees on a daily basis, with an average length of stay of about 30 days, and over 400,000 detainees transitioning through these facilities annually. IHSC also provides medical support during ICE enforcement operations in the air, on the ground and at sea.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
The Program Manager/ Contrator Officer Representative works under direct supervison of the Deputy Chief and Unit Chief.
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.
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.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. You may be selected for an interview at the hiring authority's discretion. You will be notified of selection or non-selection.
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.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position.A complete application includes:
U. S. Public Health Service Officers
Cover Letter/Letter of Interest. Please include location preference here.
Degrees. (Place under "Diploma/GED")
Professional license. (If applicable)
Additional professional certificates. (If applicable)
Three professional references. (i.e., name, title and contact information)
Official USPHS Promotion CV - e.g., relevant experience, education, training. (Place under "Resume")
A copy of your Certificate of Investigation (located in your eOPF).
*Three most recent Commissioned Officer Effectiveness Reports (COER). (Place under "Performance Appraisal")
For current IHSC PHS officers, IHSC Recruiting requires applicants to provide a copy of your current Service Remaining Requirements Agreement.
Indicate if you have an Assignment Pay (AP) Agreement and the date of the end of your AP Agreement.
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.
To apply for this position, you must submit the required documentation outlined under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section below.
The complete initial Application must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/11/2024.
PLEASE NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. If you need further assistance, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.
ERO-DRO-IHSC Public Health Service
500 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20536
US
Next steps
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." We expect to make a job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. View more information on applying for federal employment.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position.A complete application includes:
U. S. Public Health Service Officers
Cover Letter/Letter of Interest. Please include location preference here.
Degrees. (Place under "Diploma/GED")
Professional license. (If applicable)
Additional professional certificates. (If applicable)
Three professional references. (i.e., name, title and contact information)
Official USPHS Promotion CV - e.g., relevant experience, education, training. (Place under "Resume")
A copy of your Certificate of Investigation (located in your eOPF).
*Three most recent Commissioned Officer Effectiveness Reports (COER). (Place under "Performance Appraisal")
For current IHSC PHS officers, IHSC Recruiting requires applicants to provide a copy of your current Service Remaining Requirements Agreement.
Indicate if you have an Assignment Pay (AP) Agreement and the date of the end of your AP Agreement.
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.
To apply for this position, you must submit the required documentation outlined under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section below.
The complete initial Application must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/11/2024.
PLEASE NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. If you need further assistance, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.
ERO-DRO-IHSC Public Health Service
500 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20536
US
Next steps
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." We expect to make a job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. View more information on applying for federal employment.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
