This position is located in the Office of Net Assessment (ONA). The Director of ONA is the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense in the functional field of net assessment. The Office of the Director of Net Assessment develops assessments that compare the standing trends, and future prospects of U.S. military capability and military potential with that of other countries. You will serve as the Deputy Manager, Acquisition & Financial Support for the Office of Net Assessment.

Duties

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location and/or installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection. This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) in accordance with Section 1109 of FY 2020 NDAA; P.L. 116-92 and Section 9905 of Title 5, U.S.C. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: GS-13: Serves as Acquisition and Financial Support Specialist on actions within the OSD/NA. Supports the Acquisition and Finance Director/Contracting Officer's Representative and the Acquisition Manager in the Office of Net Assessment in performing contractual/procurement/budgeting/finance work in support of all acquisition and finance functions. Performs a variety of contract management and financial management support work in the acquisition of research, studies, services, and information technology in accordance with provisions of applicable laws, regulations, and policies/procedures in support of OSD/NA. Assists the OSD/NA Acquisition and Finance Director/Contracting Officer's Representative in the preparation of Pre-Award action documents supporting the research and study efforts, performed under contract or cooperative agreement, in support of the OSD/NA. Provides assistance in monitoring contractor performance for compliance with the contract, i.e., delivery schedules, invoicing, and other requirements stated in the contract for Post-Award actions. Collaborates with senior management to establish new fundamental concepts and criteria to stimulate the development of new policies, methodologies, and techniques. Serves as the Quality Assurance Point of Contact (QA POC) in accordance with DoD guidelines and regulations to assist with surveillance to ensure the contractor is in compliance with technical contractual requirements. Assists in the development, coordination, and maintenance of the OSD/NA budget for research and studies, travel, training, and miscellaneous expenses. Serves as the primary Reviewing Official/Authorizing Official (RO/AO) to conduct pre- and post-payment review of travel payments certified by Certifying Officials to ensure that travelers follow all DoD travel policies. Serves as the primary Government Purchase Card holder for the organization responsible for purchasing goods or services within the micro-purchase threshold, maintaining purchase records and reconciling accounts in accordance with established Department policy, procurement regulations, and individual internal office procedures. GS-12: Serves as Acquisition and Financial Support Specialist on actions within the OSD/NA. Supports the Acquisition and Financial Advisor/Contracting Officer's Representative and the Acquisition Manager in the Office of Net Assessment in performing contractual/procurement/budgeting/finance work in support of all acquisition and finance functions. Provides assistance in monitoring contractor performance for compliance with the contract, i.e., delivery schedules, invoicing, and other requirements stated in the contract for Post-Award actions. Assists the OSD/NA Acquisition and Finance Director/Contracting Officer's Representative in the preparation of Pre-Award action documents supporting the research and study efforts, performed under contract or cooperative agreement, in support of the OSD/NA.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI and SAP components. A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority.
• This position may require up to 20% occasional travel away from your normal duty station for official business on military or commercial aircraft. The incumbent may be required to travel within and outside CONUS on an occasional basis.
• The incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or overtime.
• This position requires incumbent to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and annually thereafter.

Qualifications

For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your ability: Applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations related to multiple procurement phases and functions; Applying knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and its supplements, or similar guidance; Applying knowledge of Department of Defense travel regulations or similar official travel systems; Applying knowledge of Department of Defense government purchase card regulations or similar guidance; Applying knowledge of steps and procedures required to assemble, review, and maintain procurement files related to complex contracts; Applying knowledge of the types of contracts and the administrative support functions to adequately monitor contracts; Utilizing oral and written communications to prepare and present technical material to higher authority; Utilizing Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Access, and Power Point to maintain databases of contract actions, government travel, government purchase card, etc. You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your ability: Applying knowledge of Department of Defense travel regulations or similar official travel systems; Applying knowledge of Department of Defense government purchase card regulations or similar guidance; Applying knowledge of steps and procedures required to assemble, review, and maintain procurement files related to complex contracts; Applying knowledge of the types of contracts and the administrative support functions to adequately monitor contracts; Utilizing oral and written communications to prepare and present technical material to higher authority; Utilizing Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Access, and Power Point to maintain databases of contract actions, government travel, government purchase card, etc. 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. All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Net Assessment Human Resources Directorate 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
• Name: Washington HQ Services
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]