Acquisition Program Support Specialist

• Serves as Acquisition Program Support Specialist monitoring assigned contracts and assisting staff with market research procurement documents cost estimates and complete acquisition packages. Provides guidance on procurement requirements and timelines.
• Monitors contractor performance and promptly documents and reports deficiencies compliance issues service disruptions and disputes to the Contracting Officer. Assists program staff in compiling supporting documentation and factual information to address contractor performance concerns.
• Coordinates with the Contracting Officer on contractor requests and performance issues ensuring compliance with contract terms and referring potential changes or out-of-scope work for appropriate action.
• Certifies inspection and acceptance of goods and services prior to approving invoices. Reviews and reconciles contractor invoices against contract terms delivery schedules and performance standards.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit Investigation Requirement:

This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:

This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

GS-11:Experience providing acquisition procurement and contract administration support throughout the acquisition lifecycle including developing acquisition packages and related documentation; reviewing requisitions solicitations proposals and contractor qualifications; supporting procurement methods price/cost analysis and negotiations; coordinating with Contracting Officers CORs program officials vendors and stakeholders; monitoring contractor performance compliance deliverables expenditures and invoices; maintaining contract and surveillance files; assisting with modifications and closeout; and preparing contract financial performance and management reports.

OR
Submit a copy of unofficial transcripts to show completed Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. if related. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work
OR
Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-11 level.

• The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants.