This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19. This position is located in the Procurement Section of the Service Unit Administration Department. The incumbent serves as a Purchasing Agent. The incumbent performs procurement functions using simplified acquisition procedures; establishes Blanket Purchase Agreements, Purchase Orders, Delivery orders and credit card purchases for the Great Plains Area IHS appropriated funds purchases.

Duties

Serves as a Purchasing Agent with responsibility for procurement of supplies, services, and construction, utilizing simplified acquisition procedures (SAP) up to $150,000 and acquisition of commercial items of UP to $5,000,000, including options. Negotiates terms of purchase orders, analyzes pricing proposals, and prepares purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements orders, and delivery orders for signature. Places purchase card orders directly. Deals directly with representatives of business and commercial industry and reaches mutual agreement on terms of procurement, and obtains timely delivery of supplies and services at the most reasonable prices. Incumbent is responsible for providing technical assistance and training to the service units and Area personnel in the Great Plains Area, conducting follow-up reviews and monitoring progress of corrective actions. Incumbent will make initial and follow-up visits on-site on an as needed basis. Compile data on Quarterly Small Purchase Report, Bi-annual Printing Report, UFMS/Oracle Reports and any other reports required by management.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov) In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: GS-6: one year of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level that equipped me with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Examples include: Experience in a variety of SAP instruments to establish contracts in attaining supplies and services; purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), delivery orders and credit card purchases. Involvement in negotiation of price, negotiation strategies and contract interpretations. Skill in using automated systems associated with acquisition and business practice. GS-7: one year of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level that equipped me with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Examples include: Applies acquisition laws, regulations, agency policies and procedures in purchasing process including post award administration. Communicates with vendors, staff and managers, resolving delay in delivery schedule, difference in price or quantity and equitable price adjustments. Prepare, submit and negotiate terms of purchase orders. Proficient with software programs to create final documents, retrieval of information for amendment or modification and reporting purposes. GS-8: one year of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the GS-07 grade level that equipped me with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Examples include: Receives purchase requests, screens for completeness and relevance of information and for proper approval. Performs buying actions. Procures supplies, construction and equipment by appropriate methods. Negotiate terms of purchase orders, analyze pricing proposals and perform cost analysis. Provide technical assistance and training, conduct follow-up reviews and monitor progress of corrective actions. Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) related to small purchases. GS-9: one year of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the GS-08 grade level that equipped me with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Examples include: Determine purchasing methods and strategies to be applied based on cost, urgency and availability of supplies and use of mandatory schedules. Identify qualified suppliers. Collaborate with bidders, obtain price quotes, evaluate offers, negotiate terms and conditions with vendors. Provide guidance within organization defining concise purchasing requirements. Serves as technical advisor; independently identifies and addresses problems and issues. Extensive knowledge of procurement regulations, policies, principles, methods and practices applicable to purchases of specialized supplies, services and equipment. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

This position has no education requirement

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.

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

Contacts

• Address Standing Rock Service Unit Box J 010 North River Road Fort Yates, ND 58538 US
• Name: Joseph Dudley
• Phone: 605-226-7203
• Email: [email protected]