Contracting Officer's Representative (Procurement Technical Analyst)

Summary

This position is located in the DEA, Diversion Control Division, Procurement and Contracting Unit (DPAC). This position(s) primary purpose is ensuring that the Diversion Control Program (DCP) goals are supported through efficient, compliant, and effective contracting processes. The Contracting Officer's Representative ensures that contractor deliverables are met on time, that the terms of contracts are adhered to, and that any issues arising during contract execution are addressed promptly.

Duties

As a Contracting Officer's Representative (Procurement Technical Analyst) your typical work assignments may include: Reviewing deliverables and documenting performance in relation to original contract award workplan, amount, and completion time, ensuring appropriate approvals and funding availability. Applying knowledge of the scope and limitations of COR authority under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), FAM, and other relevant rules and regulations. Developing and maintaining effective contract administration processes, such as invoice review, quality assurance/surveillance, and project file maintenance. Serving as a technical advisor to management and programs on contract terms and conditions. Performing analytical studies as directed, researching and analyzing both common and uncommon administrative and program issues. Qualifications

For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility Applicants must meet the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of the announcement. If you are qualifying based on education or if there are mandatory education requirements listed below, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcripts with your application. Applicants applying for the GS-13 must meet one of the following requirements: Have at least one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent to work performed at the GS-12 grade level. Specialized 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. Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: GS-13: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) providing oversight and management of contracts to ensure timely and quality delivery of goods and services; 2) recommending solutions or corrective action to resolve issues or problems; 3) developing detailed contractual requirements that includes one of the following: developing the statement of work, conducting market research, and/or developing cost analysis; and 4) interpreting and applying the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement. How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents) and assessment questionnaire. If you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements for this position a panel of subject-matter-experts (SMEs) will perform a structured review of your resume to evaluate your knowledge, skills, abilities, and competences as they directly relate to the duties of this position. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Contracting/Procurement Writing Project Management Problem Solving The assessment questionnaire includes four short, free-response essay questions which provides an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question in 200-words or less. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and have not used a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) candidates must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for selection priority. Candidates are considered well qualified if their knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) exceed the minimum qualifications described in the announcement. ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE: You may preview the https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13057769. Other Information

Location negotiable after selection. Selectee will be required to report to the nearest DEA facility. For reasonable accommodation at the Drug Enforcement Administration, please contact the Human Resources office listed in this announcement. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If an applicant is currently, or has been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, applicants must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office listed in this announcement. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to similar positions in any Division/Office listed in this announcement. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions. Relocation Incentives may be considered and approved if the DEA has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available. If eligible, telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval.