Procurement Analyst, GS-1102-12 (15193)
US Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston, TX, United States
USACE Organization
Southwestern Division (SWD) - Galveston District
Announcement Type
TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
Position Type
Permanent
Location
Galveston, TX
Position Overview / Duties
This is a Procurement Analyst position with Galveston Contracting Division, Business Oversight Branch, located in Galveston Texas.
Duties
Interpret higher-level contracting policy and directives and provides guidance and assistance to the agency.
Implement and recommend the development of overall agency policy and regulations governing the contracting activities of the agency.
Relate policies and procedural guidance from higher echelons to specific missions assigned to the agency and take appropriate action.
Review and recommend revisions to policy and regulations containing contracting related matters.
Lead process improvement teams to ensure the most efficient processes and procedures are established that foster streamlining and maximum flexibility.
Other Conditions and Requirements
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for 1102 Contracting Series
A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
Exemption
The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement.
Requirements
Specialized Experience:
One year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent which includes 1.) Utilizing multiple contracting strategies to carry out pre and post award procurement actions, AND 2.) Conducting negotiations for acquisition plans and contracts, AND 3.) Gathering and evaluating price or cost data for a variety of pre-award and/or post-award procurement actions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service GS-11 or equivalent.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
Evaluation Areas
Contracting/Procurement
Oral Communication
Procurement Analysis
Other Requirements
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
A trial or probationary period may be required for external candidates.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
Hiring incentives relocation bonus, may be authorized (subject to available budget).
Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
This position is eligible for situational telework.
Must possess a foundational Contracting Certification at time of appointment.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants.
Qualifications
Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements.
GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.
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Southwestern Division (SWD) - Galveston District
Announcement Type
TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
Position Type
Permanent
Location
Galveston, TX
Position Overview / Duties
This is a Procurement Analyst position with Galveston Contracting Division, Business Oversight Branch, located in Galveston Texas.
Duties
Interpret higher-level contracting policy and directives and provides guidance and assistance to the agency.
Implement and recommend the development of overall agency policy and regulations governing the contracting activities of the agency.
Relate policies and procedural guidance from higher echelons to specific missions assigned to the agency and take appropriate action.
Review and recommend revisions to policy and regulations containing contracting related matters.
Lead process improvement teams to ensure the most efficient processes and procedures are established that foster streamlining and maximum flexibility.
Other Conditions and Requirements
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for 1102 Contracting Series
A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
Exemption
The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement.
Requirements
Specialized Experience:
One year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent which includes 1.) Utilizing multiple contracting strategies to carry out pre and post award procurement actions, AND 2.) Conducting negotiations for acquisition plans and contracts, AND 3.) Gathering and evaluating price or cost data for a variety of pre-award and/or post-award procurement actions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service GS-11 or equivalent.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
Evaluation Areas
Contracting/Procurement
Oral Communication
Procurement Analysis
Other Requirements
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
A trial or probationary period may be required for external candidates.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
Hiring incentives relocation bonus, may be authorized (subject to available budget).
Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
This position is eligible for situational telework.
Must possess a foundational Contracting Certification at time of appointment.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants.
Qualifications
Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements.
GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.
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