This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

Duties

As a INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST (PROJECT OFFICER) at the GS-0301-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Directs and manages projects within the Biological Threat Reduction Program Department (BTRP) of the Cooperative Threat Reduction Directorate (CTR). Prepares project plans, acquisition baselines, acquisition strategies, implementation plans, and funding plans for BTRP projects. Responsible for managing, planning, programming, budgeting and supervising the execution of multiple efforts. Directs assigned professional staff of government personnel and contractors. Responsible for identifying and assessing the assistance needs of partner countries, developing technical requirements and specifications, coordinating the efforts of other non-DOD agencies, combatant command (CCMD) assets, international partners and non-governmental organizations, and managing assigned DTRA contracts. Establishes realistic program/portfolio-wide and individual project goals, metrics and priorities; provides for the timely dissemination of program results, and keeps DTRA management, the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), CCMDs, and other key customers informed of progress and significant accomplishments.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. See link: https://www.dtra.mil/Careers-Opportunities/DTRA-Opportunities/
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt/Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is situational telework eligible. The work environment for this position is a mix of in-office and telework days each week.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required up to 25% of duty time.
• Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter.
• Medical inoculations are recommended for entry into certain geographic areas that have known disease prevalence for which U.S. citizens are not routinely inoculated.
• Some locations will require the inoculations if the incumbent is present in country for greater than 30 days.
• Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations including remote sites, as required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid passport.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Leading the evaluation/selection for the selection of a contract or task order; managing projects (cost, schedule, and performance). Serving as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Leading and managing project teams; developing effective working relationships with DoD, interagency, and international partners. Leading delegations overseas in meetings with senior foreign officials for technical discussions on new or ongoing projects. You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Supporting the evaluation/selection for the selection of a contract or task order; managing projects (cost, schedule, and performance). Experience with Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) related activities. Serving in a lead role for project teams; developing effective working relationships with DoD, interagency, and international partners. Experience in overseas in meetings with senior foreign officials for technical discussions on new or ongoing projects. 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, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Threat Reduction Agency 8725 JOHN J KINGMAN ROAD MSC 6201 FT BELVOIR, VA 22060-6201 US
• Name: DTRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-0259
• Email: [email protected]