Procurement Analyst, GS-1102-14 (40465)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters in Alexandria, VA, is seeking a Permanent Senior Procurement Analyst to lead major contracting programs, provide policy guidance, and oversee complex acquisition reviews.

The role supports SCO-C&L with training, compliance, and program evaluation across divisions and centers. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, one year of relevant contracting experience, US citizenship, and mandatory DAWIA contracting certification within regulatory

Qualifications

• Must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited academic institution.
• One year prior experience as a GS-1102-13 (or equivalent) Contract Specialist, Supervisory Contract Specialist or Procurement Analyst.
• Citizen of the United States; Selective Service registration for males born after 1959.
• DAWIA Contracting Professional Certification within regulatory timelines is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee major DoW/Army/USACE national contracting programs.
• Lead comprehensive reviews of complex acquisition documents to ensure compliance with procurement laws and regulations.
• Interpret FAR/DFARS/AFARS updates and advise on their impact, coordinating with legal counsel on significant actions.
• Lead high-level peer reviews and investigations, presenting findings to senior leadership.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution

Job description

Position Overview/Duties

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

USACE Headquarters

Locations (City, State)

Alexandria, VA

Other

Position Overview/Duties

INTRODUCTION: This is a permanent procurement analyst position with Headquarters, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Directorate of Contracting, Senior Contracting Official (SCO) office for Centers and Labs. The SCO office is engaged in contract policy development, program evaluation, acquisition support, and workforce development. Position involves providing procurement analyst support at a SCO office which provides policy and program evaluation support to divisions, districts and centers.

Position Overview/Duties: Serves as a Senior Procurement Analyst, ad hoc team lead and subject matter expert with primary responsibility for the development, implementation, and oversight of major Department of War (DoW), Army, and USACE national contracting programs. The major duties include:

• Policy and Guidance: Interpreting high-level contracting policies and directives to provide guidance and assistance to contracting personnel within the SCO-C&L area of responsibility and abroad. This involves recommending and developing USACE-wide policy and regulations, participating in creating training, and overseeing the implementation of new and innovative contracting programs to support a variety of complex government requirements.
• Comprehensive Review and Oversight:Conducting comprehensive reviews of complex acquisition documents from Center contracting offices to ensure good business judgment and compliance with all procurement laws and regulations. Leading special acquisition initiatives, tracks systemic issues in acquisition processes, and develops targeted training to address corrective actions.
• Regulation Analysis: Reviewing proposed changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), its supplements (DFARS, AFARS) and the USACE Acquisition Instruction. This involves advising on the potential impact of these changes, recommending new guidance for SCO-C&L, and coordinating with legal counsel on significant contract actions like terminations and protests.
• Program Implementation and Special Investigations: Participating in the formal contracting training program and serving as a lead in high-level peer reviews. This involves acting as a chief investigator for major compliance-related problems, preparing and presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

Other Conditions and Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

WHO MAY APPLY:

US Citizens.

Minimum Education Requirement:

Must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited academic institution. If eligible, must meet exception in accordance with DoD Instruction 5000.66

Minimum Experience Requirement:

One year prior experience as a GS-1102-13 (or equivalent) Contract Specialist, Supervisory Contract Specialist or Procurement Analyst.

Other Requirements, Conditions Of Employment And Information

• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• 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 ( https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation ).
• FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ .
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annual thereafter.
• This position requires the following training/certifications prior to employment or within a specified period of time after appointment.
• Must have or be able to achieve DAWIA Contracting Professional Certification within regulatory timelines.
• Resumes should be submitted using this job announcement and be no longer than two pages.
• Duty location to be negotiated with reporting to an approved USACE office space ( https://www.usace.army.mil/Careers/USACE-Duty-Locations ).

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy:

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.