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Executive Director for Contracts and Acquisitions Management

Department of Education

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Summary

The mission of the Office of Finance and Operations (OFO) is to transform the Department of Education (ED) into a high-performance, customer-focused organization by providing services to our customers that help them do a better job of managing their people, processes, and overall strategy. Within OFO, this position is located in the Office of Contracts and Acquisitions Management (CAM).

This position may be detailed to another Federal agency.

Learn more about this agency

Summary

The mission of the Office of Finance and Operations (OFO) is to transform the Department of Education (ED) into a high-performance, customer-focused organization by providing services to our customers that help them do a better job of managing their people, processes, and overall strategy. Within OFO, this position is located in the Office of Contracts and Acquisitions Management (CAM).

This position may be detailed to another Federal agency.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $151,661 - $228,000 per year Pay scale & grade

ES 00

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 1102 Contracting

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Senior Executive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness
• National security

Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number ED-OFO-26-13050298-ST Control number 883308100

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Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Senior executives

Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

Duties

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The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of the Departments procurement functions and provides leadership and coordination to Office of Acquisition Management immediate office staff and to the following components: (1) Program Contracts Group, (2) Operations Contracts Group, (3) Education Science Contracts Group, (4) Simplified Acquisitions Group, and (5) Performance and Logistics Group. Each of the Contracting Groups provides contracting and acquisition support to designated client offices.

Additionally, the incumbent serves as the Head of the Contracting Activity for all program components of the Department and all boards, commissions, and councils under management control of the Department with authority to oversee, execute, and sign all contracts and agreements. In carrying out their duties, the Executive Director:

• Provides executive direction for the planning, coordination, control, and assessment of all contracting functions for the Department and is authorized to make decisions in all functional areas of contracting, with overall responsibility for an approximately $650 million acquisition portfolio;
• Directs the planning, development, and implementation of actions required to implement and support the agencys acquisition program, which includes information management systems, financial management systems, educational research, program evaluations, and support services to nationwide constituents and clients;
• Formulates and implements procedures and guidelines for conducting procurement and contracting functions efficiently and economically as well as directs the implementation of acquisition policies to ensure that CAM and the Departments principal offices comply with government-wide acquisition programs and all applicable laws, regulations, and executive direction;
• Develops, recommends, establishes, implements, and maintains acquisition policies, regulations, procedures, and procurement performance measures for the Department of Education, including Federal Student Aid (FSA), consistent with applicable Federal and Departmental laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures that impact the ED acquisition system and function;
• Provides guidance on and interpretation of acquisition related policies issued by the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, General Services Administration, Office of Management and Budget, and other authorities;
• Serves as an advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Acquisitions, Chief Acquisition Officer, Senior Procurement Executive, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, the Chief Financial Officer, the Secretary, and other senior Department officials in all matters governing the administration, negotiation, and termination of Department contracts, acquisitions, and agreements;
• Approves, reviews, and modifies, as necessary, all Department initiated determinations required by statute to be signed by the head of the agency;
• Directs the implementation of a comprehensive Department-wide management control system that reinforces sound and ethical procurement practices and assures the integrity of the Departments procurement processes;
• Formulates, develops, and establishes innovative methods, techniques, and procedures to ensure that senior management officials are made aware of any abuses in the system, reinforce the importance of timely corrective action, and assure that the contracting process is void of organizational conflicts of interest;
• Supports and participates fully with the Chief Acquisition Officer and Senior Procurement Executive in matters of policy interpretation, development, communication, implementation, and oversight;
• Collaborates with FSAs Head of Contracting Activity, sharing and implementing best practices (managerial, workforce development, and procurement) and leveraging resources to improve the effectiveness of both contracting activities and to support enterprise initiatives internally and externally; and
• Develops and maintains the procurement career management program to ensure an adequate and professional acquisition workforce at ED.

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Conditions of employment

• One year probationary period, unless excepted by regulation.
• U.S. Citizenship
• Financial disclosure statement, OGE-278.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance.
• Relocation expenses will NOT be paid.
• Registration with the Selective Service (if applicable). Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered

or exempt from Selective Service.

• All initial appointments to an SES position are contingent on approval from OPMs Qualification Review

Board.

• Completion of all training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to high-level contracting positions as well as possess at least 4-years of experience in contracting or related positions, with at least 1 year of that being specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower level of the position.

Qualifications

The application process used to recruit for this position is resume only. Do not submit separate Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) in lieu of resume.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications and Technical Qualifications related to this position within your resume. Resume should not exceed two (2) pages, with the font size no smaller than 10 points. Resumes over the 2-page limit will not be reviewed beyond page 2. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualifications.

Failure to meet the basic qualification requirement and address all Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) within your resume will result in your application being disqualified.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five (5) 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 organizations 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.

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 and/or Certification by OPMs SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs)

There are two (2) TQs:

TQ 1: Demonstrated executive-level knowledge and experience applying Federal procurement laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures to lead and oversee a complex acquisition portfolio for a cabinet-level CFO Act agency subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This includes experience leading or overseeing major multi-million-dollar or high-risk acquisitions; ensuring compliance with the FAR, agency acquisition regulations, appropriations-related requirements, procurement integrity standards, and socioeconomic procurement requirements; and establishing acquisition governance, internal controls, performance measures, and oversight mechanisms to ensure effective contract planning, award, administration, performance, and closeout.

TQ 2: Ability to lead, direct, and influence customers, stakeholders, acquisition professionals, and senior agency executives in managing a complex, multi-organizational procurement program. This includes formulating organizational acquisition objectives and priorities; defining, refining, and implementing department-wide acquisition policies, procedures, and governance structures; improving acquisition effectiveness, efficiency, compliance, and accountability; and aligning procurement operations with agency mission requirements, budget priorities, socioeconomic goals, and Federal acquisition policy.

EDUCATION

This position has an Education requirement, please see the Education Section for specifics.

PROOF MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION.

Education

To qualify, applicants must have completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelors 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.

Additional information

VETERANS PREFERENCE - Veterans Preference does not apply to the SES.

SELECTIVE SERVICE - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify at the time of appointment that you have registered with the Selective Service or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION - This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring agency directly. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) POLICY - http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm

OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.

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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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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. Your Application Package will be further reviewed by a panel to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications and Technical Qualifications. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

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Some jobs require additional professional certifications. See the job announcement for details.

Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education, and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series, and grade.

A complete application consists of all items listed below. Required materials must be submitted by the conclusion of the staffing process. Applications that are incomplete at that time may not be considered.

Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants.

1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each), minimum size 10 font, showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs.

2. VACANCY QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.

3. SF-50: Current or former federal employees must provide an SF-50 for proof of eligibility.

4. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation, if applicable:

• CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
• SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.

5. EDUCATION DOCUMENTATION: For positions with an education requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected and not already on file. See "Education" for more details.

• PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL: Most recent performance appraisal is strongly recommended.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

Agency contact information

Quintin Durden

Phone (202) 401-8548 Email Quintin.Durden@ed.gov Address Office of Finance and Operations

550 D St, SW

Washington, DC 20202

US

Next steps

After all application packages have been received, we will review your application to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and may interview the highly qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.

Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements SES Qualifications Review Board before appointment to this position.

You should expect to hear back on the outcome of your application within 80 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

Help

Some jobs require additional professional certifications. See the job announcement for details.

Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education, and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series, and grade.

A complete application consists of all items listed below. Required materials must be submitted by the conclusion of the staffing process. Applications that are incomplete at that time may not be considered.

Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants.

1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each), minimum size 10 font, showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs.

2. VACANCY QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.

3. SF-50: Current or former federal employees must provide an SF-50 for proof of eligibility.

4. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation, if applicable:

• CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
• SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.

5. EDUCATION DOCUMENTATION: For positions with an education requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected and not already on file. See "Education" for more details.

• PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL: Most recent performance appraisal is strongly recommended.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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Agency contact information

Quintin Durden

Phone (202) 401-8548 Email Quintin.Durden@ed.gov Address Office of Finance and Operations

550 D St, SW

Washington, DC 20202

US

Next steps

After all application packages have been received, we will review your application to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and may interview the highly qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.

Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements SES Qualifications Review Board before appointment to this position.

You should expect to hear back on the outcome of your application within 80 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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Agency contact information

Quintin Durden

Phone (202) 401-8548 Email Quintin.Durden@ed.gov Address Office of Finance and Operations

550 D St, SW

Washington, DC 20202

US

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Summary

The mission of the Office of Finance and Operations (OFO) is to transform the Department of Education (ED) into a high-performance, customer-focused organization by providing services to our customers that help them do a better job of managing their people, processes, and overall strategy. Within OFO, this position is located in the Office of Contracts and Acquisitions Management (CAM).

This position may be detailed to another Federal agency.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $151,661 - $228,000 per year Pay scale & grade

ES 00

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 1102 Contracting

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Senior Executive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness
• National security

Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number ED-OFO-26-13050298-ST Control number 883308100

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