Senior Acquisition Specialist, DHS Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer

Dexis Consulting Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support the Department of Homeland Security's Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer. In this full-time role, you'll provide strategic acquisition support, develop procurement strategies, and assist with various administrative tasks. Join a dynamic team dedicated to achieving critical social outcomes while enjoying a culture of inclusiveness and mentorship. If you're detail-oriented and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance

Staff Welfare Benefits

Mentorship Programs

Qualifications

• At least four years of relevant experience in acquisition and procurement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG contracting rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Statements of Work (SOWs) and Performance Work Statements (PWSs).
• Conduct market research and develop business and technical requirements.
• Assist with maintaining the existing Purchase Request (PR) File Management system.

Skills

Acquisition and Procurement Administration

Market Research

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PRISM

DHS FFMS

Job description

Senior Acquisition Specialist, DHS Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer

Senior Acquisition Specialist, DHS Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer

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Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About The Position

Dexis Professional Services (DPS) is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to provide on-site support to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO). The Project Control Lead will provide strategic acquisition support by working with program personnel and assist with the development and implementation of acquisition strategies for programs and procurements of various sizes and complexities. The Senior Acquisition Specialist will be a part of a contract team providing support to the OCHCO Front Office and select OCHCO offices by sustaining OCHCO operations in the areas of acquisition and procurement administration, budget formulation and execution, administrative support, and surge support as necessary.

OCHCO is responsible for HR services for the Department of Homeland Security. OCHCO fulfills its congressionally mandated mission requirements through various Components, Divisions and the Business Operations that support OCHCO. The OCHCO Front Office, led by the Chief of Staff, ensures necessary collaboration, execution, monitoring, and completion of actions; provides strategic guidance; coordinates internal/external communication, executive correspondence, integration, and special projects, and administration to ensure efficient and effective organization success; provides financial management, contract management, facilities management, space management, quality assurance, and administrative support functions.

This full-time position is located in the Washington, D.C. area and is required to be on-site full time, subject to change if requirements shift. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Statements of Work (SOWs) and Performance Work Statements (PWSs)
• Conduct market research and Market Research Reports.
• Develop business and technical requirements.
• Gather information to assist with Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)
• Develop Proposal Instructions to Offerors and Evaluation Criteria.
• Provide logistical assistance with Industry Days, Conferences, and performance meetings
• Acquisition package development and tracking.
• Develop Determination and Findings (D&F) and Justification and Approval (J&A).
• Prepare acquisition document templates and any procurement guidance necessary to facilitate the procurement process for all OCHCO Divisions.
• Prepare other documents and exhibits necessary to complete an acquisition.
• Plan and execute transitions from incumbent to incoming vendors.
• Assist with maintaining the existing Purchase Request (PR) File Management system, the Acquisition Planning Forecasting System (APFS), associated data reports, and copies of all executed contractual actions for the program office.
• Process PRISM PRs, track PRs from inception to award, and assist procurement leads in determining when follow-on actions are required in the PRISM system.
• Prepare and maintain reports and dashboards relaying the status of PR actions to senior management on a weekly basis.
• Prepare and maintain a database for all awarded contracts to include all changes to these contracts such as cost and no cost modifications, period of performance changes, COR changes, etc.
• Assist with processing contract closeout packages and tracking all contract closeout activities
• Respond to UDO taskers and providing UDO analysis and maintaining UDO status report.
• Assist business operations, Branch Managers, and CORs with the closeout of expired contracts, task, purchase orders, and Interagency Agreements within the division.
• Support the closeout production assistance, and the gathering and verifying of information/documentation relevant to contract and UDO closeouts.
  
  

Qualifications

• Ability to pass Department of Homeland Security background investigation and be eligible for EOD suitability.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• At least four years of relevant experience acquisition and procurement administration experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG contracting rules and regulations, preferably with DHS.
• Functional command of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Detail-oriented, flexible, and sound professional.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to take responsibility for multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing lifecycle contractor support and services to DHS.
• Experience in DHS acquisition and procurement administration, including procurement request execution and administration, and contract and undelivered order closeouts.
• Familiarity with the DHS FFMS and PRISM systems.
• Experience with event planning and execution.
  
  

Below is the pay range aligned with this position. When developing a range, Dexis evaluates compensation holistically, triangulating between external market research, our budget for the position, and internal equity to arrive at a figure that is fair and competitive. Offers within this range will be based on an individual candidate's qualification, relevant education and experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.

Dexis Pay Range For This Role

$73,000—$83,000 USD

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.

As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.

If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Professional Services

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