Procurement Analyst

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers•Chicago, IL

About The Position

This position is located within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, Office of the Senior Contracting Official. The Procurement Analyst assures District Contracting offices comply with federal procurement policies, regulations, and directives before and after awards of contracts and modifications. The role also reviews management decisions affecting changes in policies, procedures, and methodologies. The position provides direction and advice to Major Subordinate Commands, District Offices, and other field activities on acquisition planning, contractual strategy, and execution. It resolves acquisition compliance problems, develops responses or corrective actions, and advises command activities on acquisition matters. The Procurement Analyst also serves as chief investigator for major acquisition-compliance problems brought to the attention of the HQUSACE Chief of Staff, Command Counsel, or Director of Contracting, including matters involving services, construction, and commercial activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees, unless an applicable education exemption is met.
One year of specialized experience analyzing and evaluating a wide range of pre-award and post-award contract actions for compliance with federal procurement laws, regulations, and policies.
One year of specialized experience developing and recommending new or revised procurement policies and procedures based on trend analysis and investigations.
One year of specialized experience investigating significant procurement-related problems, such as protests or audit findings, and communicating findings and strategic recommendations to senior-level management and external stakeholders.
Applicants who have held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
Selectee must meet position requirements for Contracting Certification within 36 months of entering on duty.
Submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-450) upon entry and annually thereafter.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.
Applicants must meet at least one of the listed employment authority categories and provide supporting documentation.
Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
A one-year probationary period is required.

Responsibilities

Assure District Contracting offices comply with federal procurement policies, regulations, and directives before and after contract and modification awards.
Review management decisions affecting changes in policies, procedures, and methodologies.
Provide direction and advice to Major Subordinate Commands, District Offices, and other field activities on acquisition planning, contractual strategy, and program execution.
Resolve acquisition compliance problems; develop required responses or corrective actions; and provide guidance on acquisition matters to command activities.
Investigate major acquisition-compliance problems brought to the attention of the HQUSACE Chief of Staff, Command Counsel, or Director of Contracting.
Resolve acquisition compliance problems involving services, construction, and commercial activities.