Acquisition Program Management Specialist

Air Force Civilian Service; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation days

Health insurance

FERS retirement

Security clearance

Job summary

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking three Acquisition Program Management Specialists (NH-1101-13) to join the Workforce Management Branch at Eglin AFB in Valparaiso, FL. You will develop, implement, and control contractual, financial, and technical aspects of programs through the acquisition cycle.

Candidates must demonstrate KSAs in systems acquisition, contracting procedures, and DoD/AF knowledge; strong oral and written communication; and the ability to lead and coordinate

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laws, principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management.
• Knowledge of business, industrial management, contracting procedures, technical concepts, and production practices to evaluate contractor proposals and activities.
• Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and related entities.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, implement, and control contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a project/program through acquisition phases.
• Manage acquisition activities when no closely related precedents exist.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Skills

Acquisition knowledge

Contracting procedures

DoD/AF knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership & planning

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the United States Air Force.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for 3 Acquisition Program Management Specialist (NH-1101-13) to work in the Workforce Management Branch, at Eglin AFB, located in Valparaiso, FL.

In this position you will serve as an Acquisition Program Manager in the Workforce Management Branch. You will be responsible for developing, establishing, implementing, and controlling contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a project/program through designated phases of the acquisition cycle for which no closely related precedents exist.

This position can close at any time.

Salary Range is $76,463 - $118,204 Annually (without locality pay included), based on experience.

AFCS Benefits

Paid Time Off:

• 11 Federal Holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time

• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance

• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement

• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)
• U.S. Citizenship
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. A favorable suitability determination is required before appointment.
• The employee is required to obtain and maintain a security clearance commensurate with the position's sensitivity code.
• This position meets the administrative exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.206).
• Work may require travel away from the normal duty station via military or commercial aircraft.
• Employee may be required to work overtime.
• Employee is expected to meet Continuing Acquisition Education requirements.

Recruitment Knowledges, Skills, And Abilities (ksa)

• Knowledge of laws, principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management.
• Knowledge of business, industrial management, contracting procedures, technical concepts, and production practices to evaluate contractor proposals and activities.
• Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the Department of Defense, Air Force, and other entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with individuals and groups within the office as well as outside the immediate work unit.
• Ability to plan, organize, lead, and manage critical aspects of research, development, production and support of subsystems or equipment, and integrate, analyze, and manage a variety of acquisition functions and personnel in support of the process.

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.