This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for AcqDemo Business and Technical Management Career Path (NH) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serve as an Acquisition Analyst with responsibilities of developing performance work statements and other contract requirements package documentation for various types of complex contracts and other procurement actions.

Duties

Supports Army Contracting Command Contracting Officers and contract specialists in contract negotiations and supports Defense Contract Management Agency, Administrative Contracting Officers in actions as required. Recommends types of contracts, contracting organizations, and contract provisions. Coordinates with technical and specialized personnel (Legal, Competition Advocate, Small Business) and ACC contracting personnel in formulating plans and specific acquisitions for the PMs. Develops acquisition objectives and milestones to obtain the contracted services within the timeframe demanded of the particular project. Works closely with program managers and technical representatives, provide recommendations, and assists with the preparation of the performance work statements/scopes of work. Participates in pre-proposal conferences with contracting personnel and prospective contractors to arrive at a clear understanding of what is required under the proposed contract.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Contracting certification within 36 months as of entrance on duty.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET clearance.
• Incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450 and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service that includes: 1) Developing Performance Work Statements (PWS) / Statements of Work (SOW), Acquisition Plans, Acquisition Strategies, and Contract Data Requirements Lists; 2) Creating justifications and approvals, Market Research Reports, and coordinating input for Independent Government Estimates; and, 3) Evaluating criteria for various complex procurement actions to develop contract strategies. The definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service NH-02 or GS-11 equivalent.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address AD-APF-W6DVAA PEO TAC MSL REDSTONE ARSENAL DO NOT MAIL Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk