Acquisition Section Head

Ssp • Washington Navy Yard, DC

5d

About The Position

This public notice flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the “How to Apply” section to be considered. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to the flyer.

The Acquisition Section Head serves in the Acquisition Section (SPC12) of the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program office. The role provides acquisition policy expertise and guidance on acquisition management, program analysis, and strategy and planning for SSP. The Section Head leads program office acquisition efforts, including developing and maintaining the acquisition strategy, acquisition plan, and required documents supporting acquisition reviews. The role oversees the status and staffing of acquisition documents for external commitment and ensures timely submission of integrated, quality products that meet DoD 5000 requirements and the intent of Navy processes.

The position briefs leadership on acquisition issues, contract and budget implications, and impacts to requirements; supervises the acquisition team; coordinates with internal and external stakeholders; and provides subject matter expertise across acquisition areas.

This federal position is covered by the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act and requires certification in the assigned functional area and tier, along with continuous learning points, within established timeframes. The position may require travel within and outside the continental United States, including to remote or isolated sites, and travel on military or commercial aircraft for extended periods. A security clearance, pre-employment and random drug testing, and other federal employment conditions apply.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in direct deposit and, for new Department of the Navy employees, successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering duty.
• Must meet DAWIA certification requirements for the assigned functional area and tier, and complete required continuous learning points within established timeframes.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and be subject to random testing.
• Must be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military or commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Supervisors in the executive branch must review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-03 (GS-13) grade level or pay band in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Specialized experience must include using Navy and Department of War acquisition management principles, practices, and procedures—specifically DoD 5000 requirements—to ensure necessary activities and documents are planned and managed for Major Defense Acquisition Programs.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a civilian DoD position within 180 days after retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
• Must meet the pre-employment requirements and attend scheduled appointments; failure to meet these conditions may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal from federal service.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy expertise and guidance on acquisition management, program analysis, and strategy and planning for SSP.
• Lead program office acquisition efforts, including developing and maintaining the acquisition strategy, acquisition plan, and documents supporting acquisition reviews.
• Manage the status and staffing of acquisition documents for external commitment.
• Ensure timely submission of integrated, quality acquisition products that meet DoD 5000 requirements and the intent of Navy processes.
• Brief leadership on acquisition issues, contract and budget implications, and impacts to requirements.
• Supervise the acquisition team.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide subject matter expertise in all areas of acquisition.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; eligibility depends on position type and other factors.
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed