VICE PROCUREMENT SERVICES EXECUTIVE Job in Fort Meade, MD

Vacancy No. SES-DISA-12681947-25MF Department Defense Information Systems Agency
Salary $184,363.00 to $207,500.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/13/2025 Close Date 2/26/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Meade, MD


Summary

If you enjoy a challenging job and would like to make a difference with our national defense and security, DISA is the place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enables the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader implementing "people programs" and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to http://www.disa.mil/ for more information.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified individuals.

Duties

Vice Procurement Services Executive (Vice PSE), serving as the Deputy Director, Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (Deputy Director, DITCO), and serving as the DISA Senior Services Manager (SSM). The incumbent serves as the principal advisor and functional authority to the Procurement Services Executive (PSE) and is delegated to serve as the Head of Contracting Activity (HCA) in the absence of the PSE; and assists in providing executive oversight for strategic and long range planning on all aspects of procurement of telecommunications systems and services and information technology and cyber products and services, valued over $7B in annual obligations and a contracts portfolio valued over $120B. The PSE/HCA organization is responsible for all DISA procurement activities and actions.

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

a. Serves as Vice PSE at DISA; supervises and/or oversees a GS-15 civilian Deputy Director; supervises and/or oversees four GS-15 Head of Contracting Offices (divisions), representing multiple locations worldwide, including Europe, Southwest Asia, the Continental United States, the National Capital Region, and INDOPACOM. Incumbent also supervises and/or oversees two staff division Chiefs in the Procurement Directorate.

b. Provides leadership for all personnel in the Procurement Directorate, as well as all mission partners requiring procurement support. Mission partners include DISA, other DoD agencies, Military Departments (MILDEP), and other federal agencies.

c. Under the supervision of the PSE/HCA, leads as the Deputy Director, DITCO, and is the Source Selection Authority for competitive procurements over $500M.

d. Provides overarching direction and guidance for all contract actions and other transactions for both internal and external DISA mission partners.

e. With the PSE/HCA, leads and directs the development and promulgation of plans, policies and procedures for (a) procurement and contract administration of highly complex, high value information technology, communications systems and networks; (b) procurement and contract administration of telecommunications services, cyber and information technology for all DoD and other government agencies.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • This position requires travel to DISA field office locations in the USA, with minimal international travel to other DISA sites and meetings and conferences.
  • This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) and a Key Leadership Position (KLP).
  • Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.
  • This position is a Testing Designated Position.
  • Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, required.

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your resume that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Technical Qualifications and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below.

BASIC REQUIREMENT FOR 1102 SERIES:
At least four years' experience in an acquisition position in the Department of Defense or in a comparable position in industry, government; be Level II OR Level III Certified; And must have a baccalaureate degree and 24 semester credit hours in the following disciplines (accounting, business finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, and organization and management) OR must have completed 24 semester credit hours in related field of Contracting and have 12 semester credit hours from the business disciplines listed above:

EXCEPTION: The requirement for meeting education standards for Acquisition Corps membership, identified above, shall not apply to any employee who, on 1 October 1991, had at least 10 years of experience in acquisition positions, comparable positions in Government agencies or the private sector; or has less than 10 years of acquisition experience and was serving in an acquisition position as of 1 October 1991, and possess 24 semester credit hours from the business disciplines listed above.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):
Applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.' Additional information on the ECQs is available at www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Please limit your written statements to 2 pages per ECQ (maximum 10 pages for all ECQs)

ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

Failure to meet any one of the technical qualifications requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. Please limit your written statements up to 2 pages per technical qualification (maximum 6 pages for all MTQs).

MTQ 1. Comprehensive knowledge of procurement statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures sufficient to provide oversight for agency-wide procurement responsibilities.

MTQ 2. Experience in integrating internal and external procurement/policy issues (i.e. understanding the impact of procurement activities and coordinating efforts with internal offices, other government agencies, and industry groups on varied, complex, and controversial technical issues).

MTQ 3. Experience in resource management, acquisition and program management, procurement and administration including experience in budget formulation, execution and resource forecasting, and long-term and short-range resource and program planning, and creating and implementing organizational vision and strategic plans.

DoD Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

Competitive wages, flexible schedules and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages found in either government or private sector. These extraordinary benefits encompass health, pay, work/life balance, and growth & learning. To find out more, visit our benefits information page: http://www.disa.mil/careers/benefits.html.

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Current and Former Career SES members, and graduates of SES CDP programs with OPM Certified ECQ's need to only address the technical qualifications (and need not respond to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)). Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
  • The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • The position is a Drug Testing Designated Position.
  • This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) and a Key Leadership Position (KLP). In accordance with DoD Instruction 5000.66, Defense Acquisition Workforce Education, Training, Experience, and Career Development Program, the incumbent must possess Acquisition certification in the Contracting Functional Area at the Professional Functional Tier and meet all other KLP requirements prior to entering this position. Upon entry into this position the incumbent must complete and sign DD Form 2889, Critical Acquisition Position Service Agreement Key Leadership Position (KLP). The DD Form 2889 is a written agreement to remain in federal service in the position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the incumbent does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such an agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment. Any deviation from KLP requirements can only be waived by the Component Acquisition Executive. The incumbent must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years in accordance with the 4th Estate Director for Acquisition Career Management (DACM) Common Continuous Learning Cycle (unless prorated) from the time they are appointed to an Acquisition Workforce position, both while working toward and after obtaining the required certification. Professional Certification in the contracting career field is required before appointment to this position.
  • The incumbent is required to comply with the provision of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, as amended, which requires the submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
  • All newly appointed career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
  • Occasional Travel Required.
  • Permanent Change of Station Costs (PCS) may be paid. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
  • Relocation allowances will be considered.
  • You may serve up to a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
  • All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

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.

You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Your application will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and a reference check. The Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority. Unless you have already been certified by a Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB before appointment can occur.

Criminal History Inquiries- 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 @ dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.ssc-cc@mail.mil

Required Documents

1. ECQ Narratives - Written statements (no more than 2- pages per ECQ) addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s) (no more than 2 pages per TQ),and other qualifications, as applicable.
2. Résumé - You must submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy ID# 12681947
Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers.
Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
3. Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, if currently serving under an SES appointment, this includes current agency employees.

Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e. a resume, ECQs, technical qualifications, and other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.

DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.

NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.

WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by the closing date of the announcement at 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time Zone02/26/2025, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.

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

Your resume must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 02/26/2025

A complete application includes your written statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, a resume, and any other documents listed under Required Documents.

Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

All requirements as stated must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Agency contact information

HR Customer Care Center
Address
DISA - MSO/PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIRECTORATE
2300 East Drive Bldg 3600
Scott AFB, IL 62225
US

Next steps

We will conduct a qualifications evaluation of applicants who supply all requested material. Qualified applicants will be rated and ranked by an SES evaluation panel. Best qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome after approval of the selectee by the OPM Qualification Review Board (QRB). Our evaluation will be based on the information you supply. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
(317) 212-0454
dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil


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