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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

SUPERVISORY ACQUISTION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $195K/yr

1+ years exp

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to lead and direct high priority acquisition activities. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Acquisition Program/Project Manager, directing or supporting the activities of a DoD funded acquisition effort.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leads, manages, directs or is responsible for acquisition activities either directly, or in support of DoD funded acquisition efforts

Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time

Delivers presentations on acquisition program status, accomplishments, problems/analysis/solutions, requirements for support and promotion of program objectives to senior military officers and civilians in other program offices, or the command and with using supporting commands

Represents the program office at higher levels within the organization and contractor organizations

Works in conjunction with the contracting officer to approve terms and conditions set forth in contract negotiations, contracting plans, budgets, and changes to the scope of the work to be done by the contractor

Qualification

Acquisition Program ManagementDoD Acquisition PoliciesContract ManagementProblem AnalysisTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervisory SkillsSafety Regulations KnowledgeTechnical Writing

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance

This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

Candidates must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance -OR- have the ability to obtain and maintain a TS clearance

Employee must maintain current certifications

This position may require drug testing; The employee is subject to random drug testing for drug use

Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays

Shift work and emergency overtime may be required

Disclosure of Political Appointments

All federal employees are required to have direct deposit

The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty. The incumbent must be able to travel; travel is estimated at 25%

Selectee may be required to serve a probationary period

The employee must, within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually, thereafter, file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report

Employee is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training

Employee is expected to meet Continuing Acquisition Education requirements

This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP)

Position is NOT eligible for remote work or recurring telework

Preferred

Advanced Certification in Program Management or the ability to earn Advanced Certification within grace period (48 months from appointment to initial position requiring Advanced Certification in Program Management)

Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of DoW acquisition policies, regulations, and processes (e.g., DoD 5000 series)

Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate multi-disciplined teams of military, civilian, and contractor personnel

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information to senior leadership and external stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and implement effective corrective actions

Experience working with contracting officers and managing contracts in a DoW environment

Knowledge of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning the acquisition management process and initiatives

Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures

Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process

Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff in critical aspects of development and production, support of systems, subsystems, or equipment and to coordinate various aspects of systems acquisition such as engineering, contracting, financial management, configuration, and manufacturing

Ability to supervise, mentor, motivate, appraise, and work with subordinate supervisors and non-supervisory employees

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy