Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary This position is located in the Small Business Administration, Government Contract Business Development - HQ in Washington, D.C. The incumbent is responsible for developing and recommending policies, guidance and directives relevant to SBA's government contracting acquisition mission. Responsibilities Responsible for developing and recommending policies, guidance and directives relevant to SBA's government contracting acquisition mission. Supports the Director of Government Contracting to direct and manage the execution of the following procurement assistance programs at the National level; prime contracting, subcontracting, certificate of competency, size determinations, and natural resources sales assistance, and the Women Owned Small Business Contracting Program. Provide oversight and analytical data to support Government Contracting Programs. Provide expert advice to the Director of Government Contracting on the implementation of SB goaling processes. Plans, directs, and manages the execution of the following procurement assistance programs at the national level: prime contracting, subcontracting, certificates of competency, size determinations, Nonmanufacturer rule waivers and natural resources sales assistance. Oversees and coordinates SBA's oversight of federal agencies' small business programs to ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, and policies. Develops operating plans for, and monitors execution of, procurement assistance programs that proceed from SBA's strategic plans and long-term objectives. Represents SBA and the Office of Government Contracting at conferences, meetings, training events, etc. Provides technical and administrative supervision to a unit consisting primarily of program analysts by overseeing daily operations, ensuring the agency policies and priorities are being followed; developing performance standards; and evaluating work performance. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-15: One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service, obtained in either the private or public sector which demonstrates the ability to do all of the following: 1. working independently and provide leadership or supervisory experience which includes adeptly managing diverse teams to consistently exceed organizational goals; and 2. interpreting federal regulations and statutory requirements and applying them to federal agency acquisition requests to ensure that small businesses have maximum, fair and equal opportunity to compete for federal prime contracts or subcontracts; and 3. determining and reach conclusions that a business is eligible to compete for federal related contracts (e.g. assessment of business status, capability, or size); and 4. informing/educating the public on regulations, process, or programs by promoting the organization's programs and services through outreach, training and marketing; (e.g., Networking Sessions, Matchmaking, Speaking Engagements). These qualifications must be clearly referenced in your resume. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/general-business-and-industry-series-1101b/ 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next level lower than the position being filled. Quality Ranking Factor: quality ranking factors are knowledge, skills, and abilities" or "KSA'S" that could be expected to significantly enhance performance in a position but are not essential for satisfactory performance. I possess a FAC-C(Pro) / DAWIA Professional certification OR industry equivalent such as the NCMA Certified Professional Contract Manager or a combination of experience and education that evidence comparable skills to FAC-C(Pro). You can find additional information regarding the certification requirements https://www.fai.gov/certification/fac-c/new-fac-c-professional. Yes No All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 07/15/2024. Education Education may not be substituted for experience for this position. Additional Information This is a non-bargaining unit position. This is not a drug testing designated position (TDP). Career and InterAgency Career Transition Assistance Programs: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is a program that helps "surplus" or "displaced" federal employees improve their chances of finding a new job in their current agency (intra-agency, i.e. SBA employees only). Inter-Agency Career Transition Assistance (ICTAP) is a program that helps "surplus" or "displaced" federal employees improve their chances of finding a new job at another agency (inter-agency; i.e. not applying to their current or former agency). You are eligible for CTAP/ICTAP if: 1. You are a current federal employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee meaning you have received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF). 2. Your agency, or the agency to which you are applying, is accepting applications from within or outside of the permanent workforce. 3. The position to which you are applying MUST BE in the Local Commuting Area of the position of record from which you are being displaced. 4. You meet the qualifications and other requirements of the job for which you are applying. This includes being rated as well-qualified for the position (score of 85 or better based on your responses to the competencies and associated questions listed within the assessment). Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. For additional information visit www.sss.gov. Consistent with work requirements and current SBA Policy, and all applicable provisions of the collective bargaining agreement with AFGE the SBA offers employees opportunities to perform work at an alternative location (e.g. home). Telework may be available. For information on Telework visit: http://www.telework.gov/ Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement if additional vacancies occur within 180 days of the date the certificates were issue d.