Clarification from the agency

Your application will be considered if you are a: • GSA employee - employed by the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Office of Acquisition Solutions Department only. • GSA surplus or displaced employees in the local commuting area who qualify for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) You must be serving on a career or career-conditional appointment, or under a noncompetitive Special Appointing Authority which provides for conversion to a permanent position in the Competitive Service.

• Directs special studies and prepares reports involving enterprise software and strategic sourcing. These studies include deadlines, deliverables, and costs.
• Performs needs analysis to define opportunities for new or improved business process solutions; consults with senior management and customer agencies to identify requirements; conducts feasibility studies and develops business cases and cost estimates; and represents the organization in engagements with Federal officials, industry, and stakeholders.
• Establishes concepts, develops criteria, and assists Government-wide and agency-wide IT initiatives in a collaborative and structured process. This includes analyzing government-wide IT enterprise architecture, category spending and using this information to support decisions related to effectively acquiring commodities and services.
• Directs the optimization and prioritization of ITVMO across Government through the identification and development of new offerings, promotion of existing services on federal contracts, and the development of new strategic sourcing opportunities that improve Government savings in enterprise architecture, IT products and services acquisition.
• Represents and speaks for GSA/FAS/ITC in dealings with key GSA officials, other Federal agency officials, representatives of business and industry, State and local governments, the media,
  congressional staff and committees on matters involving enterprise software, strategic sourcing and contract compliance.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
• Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
• Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

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-15 salary range starts at $169,279 per year.  

Applicants applying for the GS-15 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service as described below:

IT SPECIALIST COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Attention to Detail - This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant keeps abreast of latest technology, information, research, etc., to maintain knowledge in field of expertise (for example, reads trade journals, participates in professional/technical associations, maintains credentials).
• Customer Service - skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant promotes or develops and maintains good working relationships with key individuals or groups.
• Oral Communication - This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant serves on panels, committees, or task forces as a representative for the organization on technical or professional issues. 
• Problem Solving - This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant monitors current trends or events (for example, technological, economic, political, social, educational, or employment trends or events) and applies the information as appropriate.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Specialized experience is:

? Developing and applying IT policies, standards, and/or enterprise architecture frameworks to support a large organization;
? Providing expert technical guidance and recommendations to senior management, executives, or external stakeholders on complex or controversial technology issues, leading to the acceptance of sensitive technical recommendations or policy compliance;
? Guiding cross-functional teams of technical and non-technical subject matter experts in the development and presentation of high-quality technical documents, IT strategic plans, and/or analytical reports; AND
? Managing or overseeing IT programs or initiatives with an organization-wide scope and substantial impact on multiple levels, involving complex joint organization initiatives and significant resource expenditures.

How you will be evaluated

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

A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review the resumes 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 enterprise systems’ strategic planning, architecture, and governance.
• Ability to conduct needs analysis and define systems solutions.
• Experience in managing vendor performance, category management, and strategic sourcing for technology products and services.
• Knowledge ofthe enterprise architecture and occupational area of specialization, its governing laws, regulations, methodologies and/or policies to provide sound and authoritative technical guidance on all issues related to the assigned program.
• Ability to negotiate, advise, and present system recommendations to senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Demonstration of these KSAs must be supported by your resume. 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.

ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.

Your resume should not exceed 2 pages and must demonstrate the specialized experience related to the position for which you are applying. Your resume must contain the following information:

• Name, address, telephone number, email address;
• Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade);
• Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement.
• Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts.

Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible.

GSA OIG Employees: Submit latest SF 50 (other than award SF 50)

If you are CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.

Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

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