Vice Procurement Services Executive and Vice Director DITCO

Defense Information Systems Agency; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) seeks a Vice Procurement Services Executive to provide executive leadership for DISA procurement, including telecommunications, IT, and cyber services, with a portfolio exceeding $120B.

The role acts as the principal advisor to the PSE, oversees a large cadre of GS-15 procurement professionals, and serves as HCA in the PSE's absence, driving strategic alignment with DoD and government-wide procurement priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Must demonstrate the five ECQs and Technical Qualifications in your resume.
• Do not submit a separate narrative addressing ECQs or TQs.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Vice PSE at DISA; supervises and/or overseas a number of GS-15 civilian positions.
• Provides leadership for all personnel in the Procurement Services Directorate and for mission partners needing procurement support.
• Leads as the Deputy Director, DITCO, and is the Source Selection Authority for procurements over $500M.
• Provides direction for all contract actions and transactions for internal and external DISA partners.
• Leads development and promulgation of plans, policies, and procedures for procurement and contract administration of high-value IT, telecom, and cyber services.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Summary

The Vice Procurement Services Executive is the principal advisor to the Procurement Services Executive (PSE) and serves as Head of Contracting Activity (HCA) in the PSE's absence. The incumbent is Vice Director, Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO), and DISA Senior Services Manager (SSM), providing executive leadership for DISA procurement, including telecommunications, IT, and cyber services, with over $7B in annual obligations and a portfolio exceeding $120B.

The Vice Procurement Services Executive is the principal advisor to the Procurement Services Executive (PSE) and serves as Head of Contracting Activity (HCA) in the PSE's absence. The incumbent is Vice Director, Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO), and DISA Senior Services Manager (SSM), providing executive leadership for DISA procurement, including telecommunications, IT, and cyber services, with over $7B in annual obligations and a portfolio exceeding $120B.

Duties

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• Serves as Vice PSE at DISA; supervises and/or overseas a number of GS-15 civilian positions such as the Deputy Director, Operational Contracting Chief(s), Support Division Chief(s), etc.
• Provides leadership for all personnel in the Procurement Services Directorate, as well as all mission partners requiring procurement support. Mission partners include DISA, other Department of War (DoW) agencies, Military Departments (MILDEP), and other federal agencies.
• Under the supervision of the PSE/HCA, leads as the Deputy Director, DITCO, and is the Source Selection Authority for competitive procurements over $500M.
• Provides overarching direction and guidance for all contract actions and other transactions for both internal and external DISA mission partners.
• With the PSE/HCA, leads and directs the development and promulgation of plans, policies and procedures for (a) procurement and contract administration of highly complex, high value information technology, communications systems and networks; (b) procurement and contract administration of telecommunications services, cyber and information technology for all DoW and other government agencies.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret security clearance with Special Compartmentalized security access.
• This position requires the incumbent to have regular and recurring access to Top Secret information in the performance of official duties where the loss or compromise of such information would cause serious damage to National Security.
• The incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain Classified Courier orders.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position, which requires the incumbent to submit to random testing of urine and illegal drugs or substances.
• Incumbent is required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95- 521 requiring the submission of Financial Disclosure Statement, SF 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
• This is an Acquisition Key Leadership Position (KLP).

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

1102 Series Basic Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited education institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.

All applicants must provide a copy of your transcripts. Failure to provide this information will result in disqualification.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must demonstrate that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications within your resume. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

Note: Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. See "Required Documents" section for additional information.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS

TQ 1 - Procurement and Regulatory Expertise - Comprehensive knowledge of federal procurement statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures to provide executive oversight of agency-wide procurement programs.

TQ 2 - Strategic Integration and Stakeholder Coordination - Demonstrated ability to coordinate with senior officials across DoW components, federal agencies, and industry on high-visibility and controversial procurement matters.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs)

ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.

ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.

ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

DoW Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoW or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences.

Failure to meet any one of the technical qualifications requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .

Additional information

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) and a Key Leadership Position (KLP). In accordance with DoW Instruction 5000.66, Defense Acquisition Workforce Education, Training, Experience, and Career Development Program, the incumbent must possess Acquisition certification in the Contracting Functional Area at the Professional Functional Tier and meet all other KLP requirements prior to entering this position. Upon entry into this position the incumbent must complete and sign DD Form 2889, Critical Acquisition Position Service Agreement Key Leadership Position (KLP). The DD Form 2889 is a written agreement to remain in federal service in the position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the incumbent does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such an agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment. Any deviation from KLP requirements can only be waived by the Component Acquisition Executive. The incumbent must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years in accordance with the 4th Estate Director for Acquisition Career Management (DACM) Common Continuous Learning Cycle (unless prorated) from the time they are appointed to an Acquisition Workforce position, both while working toward and after obtaining the required certification. Professional Certification in the contracting career field is required before appointment to this position.
• Current and Former Career SES members, and graduates of SES CDP programs with OPM Certified ECQ's need to only address the technical qualifications (and need not respond to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)). Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
• Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
• The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• The position is a Drug Testing Designated Position.
• The incumbent is required to comply with the provision of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, as amended, which requires the submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
• All newly appointed career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
• Occasional Travel Required.
• Permanent Change of Station Costs (PCS) may be paid. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
• Relocation allowances will be considered.
• You may serve up to a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
• All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

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.

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