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United States Army Installation Management Command seeks a Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer to lead the Army NAF Contracting Division, oversee pre- and post-award contracting, and coordinate with garrison and contracting offices. The position reports to the CAO and may act as CAO in their absence.
Responsibilities include strategic planning, guidance to outside agencies, and managing approved contracting operations. This is a high-level federal role within IMCOM DFMWR.
It is the applicant's responsibility to read all sections and associated links in this vacancy announcement. This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions within 90 days of the closing date.
Serves as Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer, Army NAF Contracting, IMCOM, DFMWR. Reporting to the Chief Acquisition Officer (CAO), the Deputy CAO is responsible for planning, managing, and executing comprehensive Army-wide NAF Contracting and Acquisition programs. Participates in operational planning with MWR officials and advises on contracting implications of proposed management decisions, as necessary.
Coordinates with other Directorates, Divisions, Installation Directorates (ID), DMWRs, as well as Garrison and Army Contracting offices to develop and implement approaches to NAF acquisitions. Within the NAF Contracting Division, IMCOM, DFMWR, serves as Deputy CAO, responsible to the CAO for all aspects of NAF Contracting operations, and acts as CAO in his/her absence.
As DCAO, is responsible for all aspects of leading and managing the division's personnel and performing the duties of Acting CAO as required. Exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities and duties. Assists in the formulation of the Division's strategic plan. Participates in special studies and projects. Performs public relations and marketing including article publication and presentations.
Provides technical guidance and expert assistance to outside agencies and contracting officers in the execution of NAF contracts. Acts as advisor to the CAO and the Director, IMCOM DFMWR in the formulation of acquisition strategies. Researches alternatives and develops methodologies. Takes initiative and seeks ways to improve efficiencies of operations. As DCAO, may possess an unlimited warrant and is responsible for managing the Division's assigned contracts and projects.
Directs and is responsible for the full-range of pre- and post-award contracting functions. Responsible for consolidated contracts as part of the strategic management plan for MWR. Interfaces with the Office of Secretary of War on procurement policies and procedures as necessary.
Education is not required for this position and will not be utilized in determining minimum qualifications or as a substitution for experience unless indicated in the vacancy. If you would like for your education to be considered by the hiring panel as part of your overall accomplishments, you must attach copies of transcripts (online transcripts will be accepted). Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted.
Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States.
Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more.
Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
This position is with United States Army Installation Management Command, Department of the Army.
The posted pay range is $148898 – $165917/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-14.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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