Procurement Analyst

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Fort Hamilton, NY

13h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Procurement Analyst and technical authority, you will ensure District Contracting offices comply with procurement policies, regulations, and directives before and after contract awards and modifications. Additionally, you will review management decisions on policy, procedural, and methodological changes to guarantee consistent interpretation and compliance across all command elements.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25%.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License.
• A Financial Disclosure Statement OGE Form 450 is required.
• A one year supervisory probation period may be required.
• Applicants are advised that the duty location for this position is scheduled to change 1 April 2027 from the current duty location designate in this announcement (Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NY) to the new duty location in Jersey City, NJ.
• Applicants should be aware that the position will be located at Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NY through 31 March 2027, and is scheduled to relocate to Jersey City, NJ effective 1 April 2027.
• Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
• Exemption: You are exempt from the education requirements above if (A) you are a current civilian employee in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000; OR (B) you are a current military member who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 on or before September 30, 2000.
• One year of specialized experience which includes (1) Analyzing and evaluating a wide range of pre-award and post-award contract actions to ensure compliance with federal procurement laws, regulations, and policies; (2) Developing and recommending new or revised procurement policies and procedures based on trend analysis and investigations; AND (3) Investigating significant procurement related problems, such as protests or audit findings, and communicating findings and strategic recommendations to senior-level management and external stakeholders.
• Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Responsibilities

• Ensure support is provided to all procurement and business review boards.
• Resolve acquisition compliance problems for services, construction, and commercial activities.
• Conduct pre-award reviews of proposed contractual actions to assure compliance.
• Evaluate and recommend dispositions for matters such as protests, audits, and reports of irregularities.
• Provide direction and advice on planning, strategy, and execution of acquisition programs.
• Interpret and apply guidelines to policy issues and provide directions to subordinate activities.
• Provide specific guidance to Chiefs and Directors of Contracting.
• Write white papers, information papers, and position papers on findings.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level