You will serve as a PROCUREMENT ANALYST in the SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS UTILIZATION PROGRAM (SADBU) of NAVSEA HQ FIELD SUPPORT. This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project. The NH-4 broadband level encompasses positions equivalent to GS-14 and GS-15.

Duties

You will assist and make recommendations in planning, developing, and managing the overall Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Program (SADBU) program. You will provide technical assistance, professional advice and guidance to acquisition managers, contract specialists and program oversight of Command Small Business (SB) professionals at field activities. You will assure compatibility of policies and procedures to facilitate the attainment of both immediate and long-range goals in consonance with the related program objectives of the Government. You will evaluate the effectiveness of the program in terms of adherence to work processes, operating plans, quantitative and qualitative values of participation achieved. You will define and maintain an active Command outreach program with external organizations in order to promote NAVSEA and Navy contracting opportunities for Small Business (SB). You will provide a focal point for Small Business (SB) representatives to encourage and facilitate their doing business with the Command and, as appropriate, with other federal agencies. You will serve as an advisory member, as appropriate, on various boards to assess program effectiveness and recommend changes in policies and procedures to increase participation of Small Business (SB) in the program. You will train and develop Small Business (SB), acquisition to heighten technical personnel awareness, understanding and responsibility for the SB Program implementation by providing periodic formal and informal training. You will make decisions or provide recommendations on the interpretation and content of public laws, regulations, agency/local policies or directives for integration into interrelated procurement programs. You will analyze critical issues, research statutory and regulatory requirements, and develop a position on considerations while considering the risk, costs, and mission objectives in order to negotiate a resolution on acquisition matters. You will participate in Command strategic acquisition planning to ensure small business program and relevant acquisition initiatives are carried out throughout all levels of the Command's acquisition programs.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band NH-03 (GS-13) or grade level in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector developing or recommending new policies and procedures to ensure compatibility and efficiency for the benefit of an acquisition program. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address NAVSEA HQ FIELD SUPPORT 1333 Isaac Hull Avenue SE Washington, DC 20376 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]