BUSINESS MANAGER Job in Fort Richardson, AK

Vacancy No. AK-12627415-T5-25-035-B Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $98,232.00 to $127,698.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/2/2024 Close Date 12/12/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Richardson, AK


Summary

Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1 - All current on-board AKNG T5 Competitive or Excepted Service Employees.
Area 2 - All other current onboard AKNG T32 Excepted Service Employees.
Area 3 - All current or former members of the Alaska National Guard
Area 4 - All current and former Federal Employees with Reinstatement Eligibility.
Area 5 - All U.S. Citizens.

PDCN: T5402000

Selecting Supervisor: Kevin Vakalis

Duties

Plans, organizes, directs, controls and reviews the full spectrum of complex purchasing and contracting operations and resources; to assure that all required services and materials are acquired for new and existing ARNG facilities and programs in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Contract management actions include the formal advertising and negotiation for acquiring services and products from the private sector for the ARNG. The nature of services and products acquired include major and minor facility construction; maintenance and repair; Architect and Engineer (A&E) services; professional and technical services; specialized and common material items; specialized and routine services; and a wide variety of other materials and services. Work includes all contract actions necessary in support of the Master Cooperative Agreement and Military Construction Cooperative Agreements. Responsible for coordination between Contract Management Branch, Federal and State agencies (i.e., Attorney General, USPFO, NGB, Congressional Offices, Labor, Human Rights, Finance), and local communities. Serves as the CFMO's principal authority in all contracting matters and advises the CFMO and other senior officials and staff on procurement matters concerning current and future plans regarding complex contracts and their effect on long term projects and programs.

Analyzes and oversees the full range of contract management duties for pre-award through post-award and contract close-out. Manages or administers the most complex or sensitive procurement issues or problem areas that may arise in the organization. Analyzes and oversees administration of all bid protests, contractual disputes and contractterminations. Oversees the acquisition strategy for all contracting efforts. Coordinates the state's sovereign contracting effort in tandem with the mission of the ARNG in each state, its programs and objectives by providing evaluation, planning and analytical expertise to all aspects of contracting in support of the facilities program.

Prepares for, conducts or attends numerous meetings with high-level officials throughout all phases of assignments. Manages federally funded contracts awarded through state contracting procedures to determine compliance with terms of the controlling Master Cooperative Agreement and Military Construction Cooperative Agreements. Establish policies and procedures to comply with state and Federal laws and regulations. Responsible for the development of contracting, operational and business procedures and processes. Furnishes information to function personnel relative to changes in policies and trends that may affect future contracting actions. Ensures implementation of directives from higher echelons and formulates and/or assists in the formulation of overall policies and procedures for the state. Provides technical review of documents such as justifications and approvals, requests for contract modifications, and scope of work. Recommends approval or disapproval to the USPFO in those cases requiring approval or endorsement. Responsible for achieving the objectives and goals for socio-economic programs.

Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the activities of subordinate personnel These individuals may be on various types of employment status such as technician, AGR, or state employees. Performs the full scope of supervisory personnel functions including the assignment of duties, participates in the interviews and selection of employees, schedules and approves leave, ensures indoctrination of new employees, provides training, evaluates performance, initiates action to upgrade positions, and resolves disciplinary problems. Establishes shift schedules and assigns personnel based on workload to ensure adequate coverage of operations. Supports and takes affirmative action with consideration of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of personnel actions. Keeps employees informed of NGB goals, objectives, and policies, and informs management of employee input and concerns.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Incumbent is subject to termination due to loss or reduction in funding for this position.
  • Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  • The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle and if so, an appropriate valid driver’s license is required.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Bargaining Unit: Bargaining.
  • Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide.
  • May be required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory security clearance.
  • APPOINTMENT FACTORS: T5 Excepted Service appointment in the Alaska National Guard.
  • INDEFINITE: Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 day notice OR may be converted to permanent without further competition.
  • The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
  • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
  • The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 days per year unless approved in advance by the TAG.
  • INDEFINITE: Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 day notice OR may be converted to permanent without further competition.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE - Administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

GS-12 - Must have at least one year of experience equivalent to at least GS-11. Examples of Specialized Experience includes: Plans, organizes, directs, controls and reviews the full spectrum of complex purchasing and contracting operations and resources. Analyzes and oversees the full range of contract management duties for pre-award through post-award and contract close-out. Prepares for, conducts or attends numerous meetings with high-level officials throughout all phases of assignments. Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the activities of subordinate personnel.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification. The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position.

Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed. Your record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position:

- Plans, organizes, directs, controls and reviews the full spectrum of complex purchasing and contracting operations and resources; to assure that all required services and materials are acquired for new and existing ARNG facilities and programs in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

- Analyzes and oversees the full range of contract management duties for pre-award through post-award and contract close-out.

- Prepares for, conducts or attends numerous meetings with high-level officials throughout all phases of assignments.

- Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the activities of subordinate personnel.

- Responsible for the development of contracting, operational and business procedures and processes.

Additional information

- If a permanent technician with the AKNG is selected for an indefinite position which crosses service boundaries or funding categories (i.e., AKARNG to AKANG or vice versa, or for AKANG funding category: JBER to Eielson or vice versa, T32 to T5 or vice versa), the nature of action will be Excepted Appointment (Indefinite). Therefore, if a Permanent technician is selected for an indefinite position as identified, they will be converted to an indefinite appointment and the losing unit is not required to reserve their home position.

- If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50. You may submit your most recent performance appraisal.

- NOTE: A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a DOD civilian position within 180 days after retirement, without a TAG approved waiver, in accordance with DoDi 1402.01, Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces, dated 09 Sep 2007 and National Guard Appointment for Retired Members of the Armed Forces Memo, dated 18 Jan 2019.

- If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.

- Cost of Living Allowance (COLA): Entitled to 1.69% COLA in addition to base salary, subject to change.

- Direct Deposit Program: If selected for technician position with the Alaska National Guard, you will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program. (Salary will be automatically deposited to bank/credit union account).

- Veterans' Preference: a copy of your DD Form 214 which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming 10-point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).

Veterans Information: Veterans' preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be:

1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed.
3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online.

NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214.

Benefits

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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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application/resume will be made to determine your Area of Consideration (AOC) and to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and minimum job requirements. Your initial rating will be based on your responses to the questionnaire in this document. This process measures the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Your final rating will be based on our evaluation of your responses, as verified through a review of your resume and other supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and rating.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Creativity and Innovation, Developing Others, Partnering, Strategic Thinking, and Technical Credibility~

Required Documents

To determine your qualifications for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Questionnaire. This is accomplished by submitting the application. There is nothing that needs to be attached to this application to meet this requirement.
3. SF-50, if applicable
4. DD-214/NGB 22 (if claiming former AKNG member)
5. A copy of your DD Form 214, if applicable.
6. SF-15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference), if applicable.
7. Any additional documentation you wish to submit for consideration.

Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process.. We recommend using the resume building within USAJOBS. Please log into USAJOBS, go to your "Documents", make sure you're in the "Resumes" section and select the "Upload or build resume" button, then click on "Build resume". Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:

Job Information:
- Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.

Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.

Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.

Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.

Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.)

Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12627415

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

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Agency contact information

Lester Nathaniel Tuazon
Address
Alaska Army National Guard
P.O Box 5800
JBER, AK 99505
US
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Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.


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