This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for serving in the role of Contracting Officer Representative (COR) responsible for the management and oversight of a diverse portfolio of contracts and acquisition requirements, as assigned by the Supervisor, averaging approximately $25-40M/year in support of DSCA and its subcomponents.

Duties

As a PROGRAM ANALYST (COR) at the GS-0343-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serving in the role of Contracting Officer Representative (COR) responsible for the management and oversight of a diverse portfolio of contracts and acquisition requirements, as assigned by the supervisor, averaging approximately $25-40M/year in support of DSCA and its subcomponents. Responsible for end-to-end management and oversight of all requirements within assigned portfolio from pre-award (e.g., requirement definition, acquisition strategy development), to contract award, to post-award (e.g., performance monitoring, contract surveillance, reconciliation, and close-out). Assisting management in achieving optimal program and mission execution by identifying and evaluating program requirements to develop actionable, effective, and efficient acquisition strategies and program plans that take into consideration cost, schedule, and performance data. Supporting and/or leading the DSCA Service Requirement Review Board, business process improvement initiatives, training and outreach efforts, and metric development and tracking requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• 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: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment and Relocation Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• Drug Tested Designated Position? YES
• Employee must obtain/maintain REQUIRED security clearance
• This position is not part of the bargaining unit/BUS code 8888

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: Direct contract management and oversight for all acquisition strategies, plans, procedures, and contracts from development through final closeout (e.g., solicitation documents and justifications, acquisition plans, source selection plans, final contract specifications, recommendations for pre-award and post-award reasons for decisions) Conducting contract surveillance to ensure compliance with established contract requirements Researching and, as appropriate, applying acquisition/contracting law, trends, processes, procedures, and best practices Managing a contract portfolio OR You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service; Conducting reviews on contracts, contracting plans and contract changes within establish contract requirements Advising, negotiating, mediating and/or reconciling with contacts to provide solutions and recommendations for contractor-provided products and services Analyzing trends and/or discrepancies during contractual reviews and recommends changes. 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. The incumbent must obtain Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) certification in accordance with DoDI 5000.72, Change 2, 6 November 2020, DoD Standard for Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Certification.

Education

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

Contacts

• Address Defense Security Cooperation Agency 1851 S. Bell Room 501 Arlington, VA 22240 US
• Name: DSCA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614 692-0252
• Email: [email protected]