ACQUISITION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Jobs

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Duties - Participates in the planning, organizing, and coordination of projects/programs through designated phases of the acquisition cycle by performing routine and recurring program management work. - Carries out special projects designed to facilitate the full use of the intern's training and development. - Performs a variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying cost analysis and cost estimating principles, methods and techniques to program management duties. - Performs a variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying budget formulation, presentation and/or execution techniques to program management duties. Requirements Conditions of employment

• Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here
• The salary range indicated in this announcement will be adjusted to include locality payment for selected duty location and/or series.
• Position may be subject to random drug testing.
• Must meet suitability for Federal employment. Required to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments. This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Minimum GPA of 2.95 on a 4.0 grading scale. A security clearance may be required. This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Geographic mobility is a condition of employment. The employee must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.
• Required to serve a one year probationary period.
• Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan. Employee must maintain current certifications. May be required to obtain job-related certifications.
• Position may be subject to random drug testing. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment and necessary to perform the duties of the position.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• Certain positions and/or rotations require a top-secret clearance, therefore; individuals selected for these positions will be required to obtain and maintain a top secret clearance... (continue below)
• ...as part of the clearance individuals may be required to undergo polygraph and/or drug testing as a condition of employment.

Qualifications To qualify for a GS-09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B or J.D., if related. Completion of graduate level education or higher as provided in the "General Policies and Instructions" for Qualifications Standards Operating Manual (see link below) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as knowledge of utilizing statistical techniques and developing mathematical models in order to define and analyze problems; and advising officials of different approaches as a basis for management plans and decisions. To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience, click on the following link: FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-07 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. The purpose of TIG restrictions is to prevent excessively rapid promotions in competitive service GS positions and to protect competitive principles. Once the application and selection process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the applicable OPM qualification requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made. Applicants who fail to provide the necessary documentation to support their educational grade point average/masters degree requirements, qualifying experience or veterans' preference claim will be determined incomplete, ineligible or not identified as claiming veterans' preference. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration in the referral and selection process. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of acquisition program management principles, techniques, requirements, methods and practices to carry out regular and recurring assignments in support of planning, organizing and managing weapon systems acquisition. 2. Basic knowledge of cost analysis and estimating policies, methods and techniques. 3. Analytical and evaluation skills to asses capability in meeting customer or project requirements. 4. Basic knowledge of resource allocation processes, terminology and concepts. 5. Oral and written communication skills for effective working relationships, interaction with customers, and presentation of findings and proposals. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.