Job opening: Program Specialist (Direct Hire)
Salary: $139 395 - 181 216 per year
Published at: Sep 04 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
As a Program Specialist in the Information Technology Procurement Office, Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) Program, you will be responsible for leading, advising on, and performing analytical, planning, and evaluative work related to the leadership stakeholders and operational aspects of NASA's programs and management. The work requires analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and knowledge of a substantial body of principles, concepts, policies, and objectives.
Duties
Utilize qualitative and/or quantitative methods to identify, assess, analyze and improve products and services related to the operations of the Solutions Enterprise Wide Procurement (SEWP) Program Office.
Serve as a strategic liaison for the SEWP Program Office’s interactions with private industry and government customers, while guiding NASA and other government personnel on optimizing IT product solution approaches.
Serve as the primary point of contact regarding policy management. Utilize advanced analytical skills to break down problems into their core components to resolve complex policy issues.
Advise on and resolve operational or strategic issues which may range from recurring through complex and unprecedented.
Utilize subject matter practices, laws, regulations, policies, and a range of analytical methods to identify, evaluate, and recommend appropriate solutions for industry and government stakeholders.
Develop and deliver briefings, project papers, status/staff reports, and correspondence to SEWP Program Office leadership to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.
May lead or serve on teams as the subject matter specialist/representative or expert, as appropriate.
Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.
Requirements
- This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
- Position subject to pre-employment background investigation.
- You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- If selected, you will be required to complete a financial disclosure statement.
- This position may require a one-year probationary period.
Qualifications
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.
To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:
Preparing detailed reports and synthesizing data from multiple agencies, organizations, or departments for comprehensive analysis and strategic decision-making;
Conducting thorough research, review, and interpretation of policies and requirements to ensure program/project compliance;
Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders regarding policy management, unit work, and problem resolution, and providing regular status updates to leadership.
Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.
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Contacts
- Address NASA Headquarters
300 E St SW
Washington, DC 20546
US
- Name: NASA Shared Services Contact Center
- Phone: 1-877-677-2123
- Email: [email protected]
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