Project Manager

Summary

As a Project Manager, you will manage one or more projects, which may involve highly-complex, and/or sensitive projects within the Office of Assisted Acquisition Services (AAS). This office provides cradle-to-grave acquisition, project, and financial management support. Location of position: Federal Acquisition Service, Assisted Acquisition Services, Acquisition and Procurement Center of Excellence We are currently filling five vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

Operates as a Project Manager providing technical and acquisition support for commercial and/or non-commercial acquisitions, including but not limited to Information Technology (IT) services, Professional Services (PS), digital services, operations and maintenance, and managed services on a national scale. Manages projects in accordance with all pertinent DoD or agency specific regulations acquisition authorities and principles. Facilitates the development of interagency agreements between FAS and the customer agency in a fee-for-service environment. Prepares or assists customers with the development of Statements of Work (SOW) or Performance Work Statements (PWS), including but not limited to Information Technology (IT) services, Professional Services (PS), digital services, operations and maintenance, and managed services requirements. Collaborates with Contracting Officers, providing acquisition solutions to meet agency needs, and demonstrates an understanding of various contract types (Firm-Fixed Price, Labor Hour, Time and Materials, etc.). Collaborates closely with stakeholders to precisely define program requirements and objectives. Plays a pivotal role in developing comprehensive acquisition strategies, considering critical factors such as budget, schedule, and overarching program goals. Engages in market research, identifies potential sources, and evaluates industry capabilities. Ensures active stakeholder engagement, involving them in decision-making processes and seeking their input to maintain a sense of ownership and commitment. Manages expectations regarding project goals, schedule, and deliverables, with regular updates aligning project objectives with stakeholder expectations. Develops, monitors, and manages project budgets and contractual spend, ensuring careful planning and allocation of financial resources. Oversees the financial aspects of contracts and agreements, including budgeting for contractual obligations and ensuring compliance with financial terms.

Requirements

If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 5 investigation level). You must be granted this clearance before you can start the job. Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position The incumbent of this position may be subject to drug testing. Position requires temporary duty business travel approximately 25% of the time.

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide: the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year) number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. The GS-13 salary range starts at $106,437 per year and varies by location. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience managing various types of contracts (Fixed-price, Time and Material, Labor Hours, etc.) for commercial and/or non-commercial acquisitions, including but not limited to Information Technology (IT) services, Professional Services (PS), and/or managed services/supplies. Such experience must include: project management, monitoring contractor performance, and applying financial management principles and practices to acquisitions.

Evaluations

A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review the application of qualified candidates and assign a score for each of the five required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) based on the experience documented in the resume and narrative responses. Knowledge of commercial and non-commercial acquisition practices, particularly in areas such as IT services, professional services, and/or managed services/supplies. Skill in project management to develop, oversee, and manage various types of contracts, including interagency agreements, task orders, and performance work statements. Ability to conduct studies and analysis to arrive at solutions for customer requirements nationwide or involving state-of-the-art or precedent-setting business or technology needs. Skill in communication to effectively engage with customers, Contracting Officers, and other stakeholders, understand requirements, develop solutions, and facilitate the procurement process. Knowledge of financial policies and procedures, statutes, regulations, and directives needed to carry out specific job-related activities, which include but is not limited to evaluate/approve invoices, track expenditures/burn rates, provide financial reporting/status to internal and external stakeholders. Demonstration of these KSAs must be supported by your application. Applicants should also make note of each KSA, as you will be asked to address them later in the application process. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If you are eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) or GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), your resume must clearly demonstrate experience in at least 3 of the 5 required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) to receive priority consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Benefits

You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development

How to apply Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process. Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job. Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact fedhirehelp@applygovernment.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

Other information Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.