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About The Position

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• DAWIA Certification in Contracting within 36 months of appointment.
• Temporary Duty Travel up to 30% of the time.
• Financial Disclosure (OGE-450) upon appointment and annually thereafter.
• This is a Defense Acquisition Workforce (AWF) position. The employee must meet the DoDI 5000.66 requirements applicable to the Career Category/Functional Area and the Career Level Certification assigned.
• Selectee must complete Small Business Credential for Small Business Professionals within 12 months of appointment.
• Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR 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.) Advising on federal small business programs (e.g., 8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone) and interpret acquisition regulations (FAR) to ensure compliance; 2.) Developing and implementing acquisition strategies to maximize small business participation in a multi-million dollar federal contracting program; and 3.) Serving as a key liaison to the SBA and business community, conducting outreach and providing guidance to increase small business contract awards.
• 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.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• 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

• Serve as the principal advisor to the Commander and district staff on the Small Business program, providing expert guidance on acquisition plans, policies, regulations (FAR), and the impact of socioeconomic compliance on the mission.
• Plan, implement, and administer the District’s full range of socioeconomic programs, developing and interpreting policy and guidance on statutes and directives to champion small business utilization and cultural change.
• Act as the primary liaison between the District, the Small Business Administration (SBA), and other agencies, building relationships with the business community, including tribal entities, through targeted outreach and training.
• Monitor and report on small business goal attainment, providing quarterly and annual performance statistics to division, USACE headquarters, Department of the Army, and DoD leadership to ensure program accountability.
• Review acquisition strategies and documentation to ensure compliance with small business policies, and evaluate and negotiate complex subcontracting plans with prime contractors to maximize opportunities for small businesses.

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.
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