Supervisory Contract Specialist - DIRECT HIRE

Summary This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Financial Management Division (FC), Office of Acquisition (FA). This position(s) primary purpose is to serve as the Associate Deputy Assistant Administrator (ADAA) and plan, organize, manage, and direct all contracting and procurement activities for DEA offices worldwide. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. 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 This position is being filled under a Direct Hire Authority. Open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Duties As a Supervisory Contract Specialist - DIRECT HIRE, your typical work assignments may include: Assists the Deputy Assistant Administrator in establishing long- and short-range strategic program plans for the Office and implements appropriate goals and objectives. Directs development of detailed studies required for inclusion with staff papers, operational plans, and Congressional and OMB submissions. Builds constructive partnerships and collaborates with executive counterparts throughout DEA and the Department to administer office programs effectively as well as maintain contacts with federal agencies, private sector firms, professional organizations, research centers, universities, and other organizations doing business with or having an interest in office programs. Establishes technical and professional standards in accordance with applicable law, regulation, and best business practices; ensures policies and program plans are responsive to agency needs and objectives. Provides strategic direction and leadership of acquisition systems and technology modernization to support the DEA mission. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/). Selectee will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (OR 1-year OR 2-year trial period, as appropriate) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. Incumbent is required to submit the OGE Form-450 upon entering the position and annually. (5 CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE). Employee required to become certified FAC-C Professional certification in Acquisition Career Field C (Contracting) or civilian equivalent in within 24 months of assignment. Qualifications For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the required qualification requirements described below by the closing of this announcement. If you are qualifying based on education or if there are mandatory education requirements listed below, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript with your application. Basic Qualification Requirements : A. Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting positions, including at least 4-years experience in contracting or related positions. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position. AND B. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semes…

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