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Monday, November 24, 2014

Congressional Budget Office: Legal Intern

Job Title:Legal Intern
Department:Legislative Branch
Agency:Congressional Budget Office
Job Announcement Number:15-10

SALARY RANGE:

$16.00 to $27.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:

Wednesday, October 15, 2014 to Monday, November 24, 2014

SERIES & GRADE:

AD-0999-05/09

POSITION INFORMATION:

Full Time - Internship

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:

0

DUTY LOCATIONS:

1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington DC, DC View Map

WHO MAY APPLY:

Student Program Eligibles

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Not Applicable

SUPERVISORY STATUS:

No

JOB SUMMARY:

The Office of General Counsel seeks an intern with a strong work ethic to assist in a variety of legal support services during the summer of 2015. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel. Duties include conducting legislative research, drafting contracts, counseling clients on issues involving government ethics, learning to review government contracts, and conducting other legal research to support CBO's analytic activities. Additional responsibilities include drafting legal memorandums and briefs about the significance to CBO of various court decisions, assisting with statutory interpretation, and verifying legal citations in CBO draft reports.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

  • Not Required

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

  • No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Academic transcripts are required.

DUTIES:

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The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. The Office of General Counsel seeks an intern with a strong work ethic to assist in a variety of legal support services during the summer of 2015. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel. Duties include conducting legislative research, drafting contracts, counseling clients on issues involving government ethics, learning to review government contracts, and conducting other legal research to support CBO's analytic activities. Additional responsibilities include drafting legal memorandums and briefs about the significance to CBO of various court decisions, assisting with statutory interpretation, and verifying legal citations in CBO draft reports. An intern may also have the opportunity to support ongoing litigation with legal research, brief writing and editing, and witness preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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Candidates must have recently completed or be working toward a juris doctorate degree. The ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and complete projects under tight deadlines is required. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills and be able to perform requested legal and factual research using both electronic and manual library searches. Strong interpersonal skills are a must. The position also requires a person who can work independently and as a part of a team. Training or experience in legislative affairs and prior paralegal or legal office experience is desired but not required. 

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have recently completed or be working toward a juris doctorate degree. The ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and complete projects under tight deadlines is required. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills and be able to perform requested legal and factual research using both electronic and manual library searches. Strong interpersonal skills are a must. The position also requires a person who can work independently and as a part of a team. Training or experience in legislative affairs and prior paralegal or legal office experience is desired but not required. 

EDUCATION:

Candidates must have recently completed or be working toward a juris doctorate degree. Academic transcripts are required. First-year students must also submit unofficial undergraduate transcriptse degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Academic transcripts are required.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Documents submitted and responses to questions will be reviewed for stated qualifications. Those who aren't qualified will be informed and not considered further. Others will be referred to the hiring division for further consideration.
YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION THROUGH CBO'S ONLINE APPLICATION AT www.cbo.gov/careers. CBO DOES NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS THROUGH USAJOBS OR EMAIL.

BENEFITS:

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The selected candidate would be expected to work a 40-hour week, but an alternate schedule may be considered. Housing and relocation expenses are not provided, but the candidate will be eligible for a local transportation subsidy.

OTHER INFORMATION:

This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.

HOW TO APPLY:

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YOU MUST SUBMIT THROUGH CBO'S ONLINE APPLICATION AT www.cbo.gov/careers. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for two references online at www.cbo.gov/careers by November 24 to ensure consideration. First-year students must also submit unofficial undergraduate transcripts. Only complete applications will be considered. This position is governed by the VEOA.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Please submit a cover letter, résumé, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for two references online at www.cbo.gov/careers by November 24 to ensure consideration. First-year students must also submit unofficial undergraduate transcripts. Only complete applications will be considered. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Nancy Fahey/Holly Boras
Phone: 2022262628
Email: careers@cbo.gov
Agency Information:
Congressional Budget Office
2nd and D St., SW
Washington, Dist of Columbia
20515
US

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your position is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you don't meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.

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FDA (HHS): Student Legal Trainee Internship

Job Title:Student Trainee (Legal)
Department:Department Of Health And Human Services
Agency:Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services
Job Announcement Number:HHS-OGC-PATH-15-1250878

SALARY RANGE:

$42,631.00 to $67,787.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:

Friday, November 14, 2014 to Friday, December 12, 2014

SERIES & GRADE:

GS-0999-07/09

POSITION INFORMATION:

Multiple Schedules - Internships

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:

9

DUTY LOCATIONS:

Few vacancies in the following location:
Washington DC, DC View Map

WHO MAY APPLY:

Law Student/Internship Program Eligibles

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Q - Nonsensitive

SUPERVISORY STATUS:

No

JOB SUMMARY:

Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American!  At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere.  It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens.  Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is the legal team for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), providing quality representation and legal advice on a wide range of highly visible national issues. OGC supports the development and implementation of the Department's programs by providing the highest quality legal services to the Secretary of HHS and the organization's various agencies and divisions.
Opportunities are available in the following OGC offices and practice areas:

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Division: Provides comprehensive legal services to the agency and is responsible for administering Medicare, Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Programs.

Children, Families, and Aging Division: Provides legal support in such areas as Head Start, child support enforcement, child abuse and neglect, foster care, adoption assistance, temporary assistance to needy families, and matters pertaining to senior citizens.

Civil Rights Division: Advises the HHS Office for Civil Rights staff on policy development, for example, medical records and privacy issues, as well as the conduct of civil rights investigations, enforcement proceedings and civil rights litigation.

Ethics Division: Provides advice and training to all HHS employees on Government ethics statutes and regulations, working closely with the White House Counsel and the U.S. Office of Government Ethics.

General Law Division: Provides legal advice and litigation support for matters such as appropriations, copyright law, Federal Tort Claims Act (including medical malpractice), the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, Federal contract law, personnel law, equal employment opportunity, and labor relations.

Legislation Division: Drafts and analyzes bills affecting HHS programs while collaborating with other Federal organizations on Department-relevant bills introduced in Congress.

Public Health Division: Advises the Public Health Service, which includes the National Institutes of Health, the Indian Health Service, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on a myriad of issues including medical and biological research, women's health, and Native American health.

This Legal Internship Program is designed to attract students currently in law school. The work assignments are intended to complement your legal studies and provide an opportunity to expose you to the types of legal work done by attorneys who work for the Federal Government.

This is an excepted service appointment.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

  • Not Required

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

  • No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • U.S. Citizenship is required or proof of legal residency.
  • May be required to undergo a pre-employment background investigation.
  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Appointee must sign a Pathways Intern Program Agreement.
  • Must currently be enrolled in an ABA accredited law school.
  • Must have completed at least one full year of study by EOD.
  • Transcripts are required.

DUTIES:

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This is a legal intern position in the Office of the General Counsel at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The position is full-time for part-time depending on the student's schedule during the school year. Incumbents will be responsible for performing work under the guidance of lawyers on a broad range of legal issues. Among other duties, incumbents will perform legal research, assist in the drafting of legal documents, and review and analyze documents.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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Pathways Program Eligibility:

To be eligible for the Pathways Internship Program, the individual must be enrolled or formally accepted for enrollment as a full-time or half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution.

Must maintain student eligibility and enrollment for the duration of the Internship, otherwise you are ineligible for this program.

If selected, you must sign a Pathways Participant Program Agreement; furnish course registration information at the start of each school term; and provide  verification of academic status (transcript) at the end of each academic term. 

Qualification Requirements: 

You must have a MINIMUM 2.75 (out of 4.0) cumulative law school grade point average (G.P.A.) or equivalent.
Note: Grade-point averages are to be rounded to one decimal place. For example,  2.95 will round to 3.0 and 2.94 will round to 2.9.
At the GS-7 level: Completion of one (1) full year of law school.
At the GS-9 level:  Completion of two (2) full years of law school.
An agency may convert an Intern noncompetitively from the Internship Program to a term or permanent position in the competitive service provided that all the terms of section 5 CFR 362.204 are met and there is an available position. However, conversion is not mandatory or guaranteed. U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for conversion.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

You must provide an unofficial copy of your transcript at the time you submit an online application. An official transcript is required if selected.

All requirements must be met by the closing date of this public notice. 

You must provide a letter of academic good standing.

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 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: http://www.ed.gov/
Conditions of Employment:

1.  Security and Background Requirements:  If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees.  Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.  Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action.  In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time.  Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.  False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.

2.  E-Verify:  If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.  Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system.  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.

3.  Direct Deposit:  All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

4.  All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

5.  Financial disclosure statement is not required.

6.  One-year probationary period may be required.

7.  Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid.

8.  Bargaining Unit Position:  No

9.  Drug Screening Required:  No

10.  Recruitment Bonus may be authorized:  No
11. Student loan repayment incentive authorized: No

12. Annual leave for non-federal service authorized: No

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the job opportunity announcement closes, a review of your résumé and supporting documentation will be made to determine if you are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category (Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, and Qualified). The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Note that any interview travel expenses will NOT be paid.

For Competitive Applicants/Student Program Eligibles: Eligible candidates will be assigned to a quality category: Best Qualified, Well Qualified or Qualified. Candidates in the highest category will be referred to the hiring agency.

Application of Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference applies to all selections made under the Pathways authority in accordance with Part 302 of 5 CFR. The Category Rating process does not add veterans' preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher.)

The following competencies are required for this position:  
  
1. Ability to conduct legal research.
2. Ability to draft legal documents.
3. Ability to communicate orally.

To preview the assessment questionnaire, click the following link: View Occupational Questionnaire

BENEFITS:

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The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member Copy 4) or an official statement from your command if currently on active duty. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the DD-214, you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) and the required supporting documents listed on that form. For more information on veterans' preference see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.

Career Transition Program: The provisions of the Reemployment Priority List (RPL), Career Transition Assistance (CTAP) Program and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) do not apply to the initial appointment or conversions of Pathways Programs participants to the competitive service.

Selective Service: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12/31/59 who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment to this position. For further information concerning Selective Service requirements, go to: http://www.sss.gov/. 

HOW TO APPLY:

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Your application package must be complete by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on Friday, December 12, 2014.  You must apply online or by fax (see below for details).  Applications sent by mail (including e-mail) or hand-delivered will not be accepted.  Certain individualsare entitled to file a late application and must contact the Agency Contact listed below for details and application instructions.
Choose either Option A or Option B to apply for this position:
Option A: Online Application
Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.   Follow the prompts to complete the on-line assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
If you need technical assistance with the online application process, please send an e-mail to ApplicationManagerHelpDesk@opm.gov.
Note: To return to a previously saved or incomplete application, use the following link:  https://applicationmanager.gov/.  Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload:
1. Click here to print a fax cover page 
2. Complete all blocks on the cover page using 1250878.  Documents will not be processed if information is missing.
3. Fax the completed cover page and your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Option B: Fax
If you cannot apply online, follow these steps to fax your complete application package.
1. Click the following link to print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire;
2. Print the 1203FX form, which you will use to provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire; and  
3. Fax the completed 1203FX (all 6 pages), your resume, and supporting documents (including those specified in the Required Documents section below) to 1-478-757-3144.  The 1203FX will serve as the cover page for your fax transmission and must be placed on top of all other documents.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
  • Your Résumé - You are encouraged to use the USAJobs online résumé builder to ensure that all required information is in your résumé. If you use your own résumé, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed.
  •  Original legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages)
  • Cover letter (no more than 2 pages). Please include the OGC office/division of preference (listed under Job Summary)
  • Responses to the Assessment Questionnaire
  • Law School transcript
Other Supporting Documents: (Only submit if applicable to you.)
  • Veterans' Preference documentation (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15, VA letter, etc.)
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT (EASTERN TIME) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT
For Résumé and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Most_Effective_Resumes

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Laken Perry
Phone: (703)995-9625
Email: LAKEN.PERRY@HHS.GOV
Agency Information:
Washington HR Srvcs Center
200 Independence Ave SW
HHH Building
Suite 801
Washington, DC
20201

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.  The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.  We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks) you will receive notice via email or, by mail if no email address was provided by you during the application process.
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FDA (HHS): Contract Specialist

ob Title:CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Department:Department Of Health And Human Services
Agency:Food and Drug Administration
Job Announcement Number:HHS-FDA-DH-14-1156372KT

SALARY RANGE:

$52,146.00 to $116,901.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:

Tuesday, July 1, 2014 to Wednesday, December 31, 2014

SERIES & GRADE:

GS-1102-09/13

POSITION INFORMATION:

Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:

13

DUTY LOCATIONS:

Few vacancies in the following location:
Rockville, MD View Map

WHO MAY APPLY:

United States Citizens

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Not Applicable

SUPERVISORY STATUS:

No

JOB SUMMARY:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is the agency Americans trust with their lives.  As a global leader in public health, DHHS is the nation’s premier health promotion, prevention, and preparedness agency.  Whether we are protecting the American
Whether we are protecting the American people from public health threats, researching emerging diseases, or mobilizing public health programs with our domestic and international partners, we rely on our employees to make a real difference in the health and well-being of people here and around the world.

This position is being filled through the Direct Hire Authority for this occupation and is open to all US Citizens.  All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply.

Applications received as a result of job fairs, recruitment events, and emergency hiring mechanisms in support of this hiring initiative will also be accepted during the duration of the direct-hire authority.

This position is located in the Office of Operations, Office of Finance, Budget, and Acquisitions, Office of Acquisitions  & Grants Services, Rockville, Maryland.  

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

This vacancy has been extended until December 31,2014.


TRAVEL REQUIRED

  • Not Required

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

  • No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

  • Background investigation is required.
  • You may be required to serve a one (1) year probationary period.
  • Be sure to read the "How To Apply" Section for all required documents

DUTIES:

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At the full performance level, the incumbent of this position will be:

  • Conducts negotiations, evaluating requirements and developing contract terms and conditions.
  • Responsible for all pre award and post ward functions on contracts nearly all of which are complex.  Acquisitions include cost, reimbursements, cost sharing and fixed price type contracts.
  • Responsible for unique requirement which by their nature are indefinite except for general objectives and offer no clear basis or precedent for resolutions of varied problems encountered.
  • Acquisitions include competitive, sole source and unsolicited actions. 
  • Provides guidance within area of expertise.
  • Implements acquisition policies and procedures issued by various Federal organizations, as well as by the Department, Public Health Service and Agency.
  • Serves as a resource for other specialist, especially on aspects relating to policies and procedures within area expertise. 
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  • May represent supervisor in meetings, in absence of supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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In order to qualify for the GS 9/11/12 based on experience, applicants must meet both the Basic Requirement and Specialized Experience as stated below:

Basic Requirement for the GS 9/11/12

A.  4 year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with a major in any field. OR

B.  At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields; accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.  OR

C.  Exception: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. Employees who occupy GS 1102 positions at the grades GS 9 through 12 will be considered to meet the basic requirements for other GS-1102 positions up to and including those classified at the GS 12. This includes positions at other agencies and promotions up through the GS 12.However, employees must meet specialized experience requirements when seeking another position.

MINIMUM QUALIFCATIONS

GS 9:
A. 2 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B. or J.D. in one or a combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. OR
                             
B.  One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 7 level of experience in the Federal Service which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skill and ability to perform successfully in this position.  Specialized experience includes performing administrative functions as it relates to contracting and acquisitions. Experience identifying and establishing milestones for acquisitions, monitor program compliance, reviews draft memorandum of need, identifies areas of in scope of work requiring revision.  Experience preparing announcements, determining contents and preparing solicitation documents such as Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals or Request for Quotations.  Experience assisting with debriefs of unsuccessful offerors as well as responding or preparing oral and written inquiries from program personnel, contractors, prospective offerors, and others regarding all aspects of the contract
 
GS 11:
A. 3 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
in one or a combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. OR

B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 level of responsibility in Federal service that has equipped you with the specific knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform in this position. Specialized experience includes performing administrative functions as it relates to contracting and acquisitions. Experience establishing procurement plans, identifying and establishing milestones for acquisitions, and monitoring program compliance.  Experience preparing announcements, determining contents and preparing solicitation documents. Experience receiving and evaluating proposals in conjunction with price/cost analysts or other technical personnel and performing desk analysis of proposed costs. Experience responding to inquiries including formal protests. Experience ensuring contractor compliance with provisions and performance, timely submission of technical progress reports making period visits, detecting and correcting labor standards violations. 

GS 12:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level of responsibility in Federal service that has equipped you with the specific knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform in this position.Specialized experience includes providing leadership and direction to a staff in the area of contracting and acquisitions.
Specialized experience includes performing administrative functions as it relates to contracting and acquisitions. Experience establishing procurement plans, identifying and establishing milestones for acquisitions, and monitoring program compliance. Experience preparing synopsis, determining contents and preparing solicitation documents. Experience preparing competitive range determinations; establish negotiation position for technical aspects and all cost issues. Experience ensuring contractor compliance with provisions and performance, timely submission of technical progress reports making period visits, detecting and correcting labor standards violations. 
 
GS 13:
Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting positions, including at least 4-years experience in contracting or related positions. At least One (1) year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the work at the next lower grade level of GS 12 which includes providing leadership and direction to a staff in the area of contracting and acquisitions. Experience analyzing and evaluating contract matters, initiating, developing and recommending contracting policies, procedures, guidance and control of contracting activities and experience providing various support services including workforce planning and training, as well as acquisition-related IT systems. AND 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

GS 13 Exception: Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000.  This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met.  However, they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade, unless granted as a waiver.   

 

 

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 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: http://www.ed.gov.
Conditions of Employment:

1. Security and Background Requirements:  If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees.  Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.  Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action.  In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time.  Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.  False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.

2. E-Verify:  If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.  Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system.  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.

3. Direct Deposit:  All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

4. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

5. Financial disclosure statement may be required.

6. One-year probationary period may be required.

7. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid:  NO

8. Bargaining Unit Position:  YES

9. Drug Screening Required:  NO

10. Recruitment Bonus may be authorized:  NO

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

For more information on OPM's authorization of Direct Hire Authority, please visit http://www.opm.gov/employ/direct_hire/index.asp.

Your qualifications will be evaluated and rated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

1. Knowledge of acquisition principles, policies, regulations and procedures.

2. Knowledge of various types of contracts.

3. Ability to communicate orally.

4. Ability to communicate in writing.

BENEFITS:

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The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package.  Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Are you eligible for noncompetitive appointment?
This includes applicants who are eligible for special or noncompetitive appointment authorities such as 30% or more compensable disabled veterans, persons with disabilities and PHS Commissioned Corps Officers.  This also includes applicants who meet the qualifications for this position and who have previously held, or currently hold, a Federal position at the grade of this position.

If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.  If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.  For more information on veterans’ preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.

Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).

For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):  For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap.  To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

HOW TO APPLY:

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 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.  Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire.  Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note:  To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link:  https://applicationmanager.gov.

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1156372.  Fax your documents to1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:
  1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire, and
  2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf and
  3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144.  Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
  4. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Bethesda Center HelpDesk (888) 478-4340, TTY/TDD (800) 877-8339; or email quickquestions@psc.gov or Atlanta Customer HelpDesk (770) 488-1725; TTY/TDD (866) 539-4484; or email HRCS@CDC.GOV.  The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  1. Your Résumé - You are encouraged to use the USAJobs online resume builder to ensure that all required information is in your resume.  If you use your own résumé, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed.
  2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire
  3. Other supporting documents:
    4.      - Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable
         - College Transcripts, if applicable

Note:  You may submit an unofficial transcript or a list of college courses completed indicating course titles, credit hours, and grades received.  An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected for the position.

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, December 31, 2014.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

FDA Helpdesk
Phone: (888)478-4340
Fax: (478)757-3144
Email: QUICKQUESTIONS@PSC.GOV
Agency Information:
HHS OHR Enterprise
200 Independence Ave
Suite 801
Washington, DC
20201 Fax: (478)757-3144

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.  The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.  We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement.

You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).
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