Acquisition Program Support Specialist

Indian Health Service; Sisseton (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service in Sisseton, South Dakota seeks an Acquisition Program Support Specialist to work at the Sisseton Service Unit. The role reports to the Administrative Officer or Designee and may require REAL ID compliance beginning May 7, 2025.

Key responsibilities include preparing procurement packages, coordinating with contracting personnel, and monitoring contract performance. Applicants should be prepared for a financial suitability review and must provide transcripts as part of

Qualifications

• You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades.
• Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited.

Responsibilities

• Assist program staff in preparing procurement packages, including statements of work, market research reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with program staff and contracting personnel to clarify acquisition requirements and support timely procurement actions.
• Monitor contractor performance against contract requirements and document and report deficiencies to the Contracting Officer.
• Verify receipt and acceptance of goods and services and review contractor invoices for consistency with contract terms and supporting documentation.
• Maintain contract files and tracking systems and prepare status reports on obligations, expenditures, deliverables, and performance milestones.

Job description

• Department: Department of Health and Human Services

This position is an Acquisition Program Support Specialist with duty station located at the Sisseton Service Unit, Sisseton, South Dakota. This position reports to the Administrative Officer or Designee. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Key Responsibilities

Assist program staff in preparing and reviewing procurement packages, including statements of work, market research reports, and cost estimates. Coordinate with program staff and contracting personnel to clarify acquisition requirements and support timely procurement actions. Monitor contractor performance against contract requirements and document and report deficiencies to the Contracting Officer.

Verify receipt and acceptance of goods and services and review contractor invoices for consistency with contract terms and supporting documentation. Maintain contract files and tracking systems and prepare status reports on obligations, expenditures, deliverables, and performance milestones. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination.

Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

Requirements & Education

You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited.

Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.