Supervisory Program Manager

Summary

This position is part of the DoW, Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This position is part of the the Advanced Capabilities Office responsible for rapid delivery of advanced asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter to disrupt the evolving threats. The incumbent will be responsible for: Adherence to the MDA Acquisition Governance Process to include understanding the charters and authorities of the agency, knowledge of the 6 baseline process and execution, and provide management oversight thereof.

Duties

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. As a Supervisory Program Manager at the NH-0340-4 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a Supervisory Program Manager advising the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) leadership on all matters related to acquisition of program requirements across the Missile Defense System (MDS) applying MDA Directives, Manuals, Procedures, Guides, etc. such as those referenced in the Comprehensive Acquisition Process (CAP). Provide managerial and technical leadership to develop and implement successful MDS program planning, budget development, risk management, integrated logistics, acquisition and operational policies, plans and assessments. Serves as expert planner, analyst, and advisor to agency management on program analysis, annual/multi-year and long-range acquisition program planning for key agency programs. Compare actual program developments against approved plans and baselines to identify potential and actual problems. Facilitates and advises on baseline remedial and preventive actions, and lead/support program baseline reviews for leadership decision. Works to improve operating concepts and criteria and stimulate the development of improved policies, methodologies, and techniques across the MDS. Reviews and helps develop acquisition strategies and recommend courses of action to keep programs on or ahead of schedule and on track to meet mission. Assists and advises Program Offices on the development of Contract Requirements Packages (CRPs) in order to translate new and ongoing engineering requirements into artifacts that can be utilized in development of Requests for Proposals. Assists and advises Program Acquisition Managers on the execution of inter-agency acquisitions as required with other Government Agencies and support the review of services. Ensure cost, schedule, and technical assessments of acquisition programs are capabilities driven, employ agile development processes, integrated, and deliver expected performance within cost and schedule, at reasonable risk. Promulgate innovative solutions and methodologies across the MDA associated with the MDS. Works with leadership to identify and conduct special studies and analyses to determine the future strategies for MDA programs to improve efficiency by identifying and proposing new organizational structures, realignment of functions and staffing levels. Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH04 Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS 13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 3 of the 5 specialized experience listed below to be qualified: Applying acquisition regulations, policies, regulations, and precedents as well as acquisition missions, guiding principles, values, and structures and application to system in the technical environment. Fulfilling acquisition requirements for complex weapons systems and equipment or closely related systems and equipment development, procurement, and life-cycle management. Conducting a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or the improvement of complex management processes and systems and experience in exercising assigned duties in an organization with an acquisition, research and development mission. Developing and accessing technical and economic feasibility, including cost, schedule and performance. Research, plan, coordinate, develop, and deliver presentations and reports. 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. How You Will Be Evaluated

We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. Appointment of Department of Defense Spouses (NonComp Civ Sp): Are you the spouse of a current Department of Defense, Department of State, or intelligence community employee who is being transferred in the interest of the Government from one official station within the Department to another within the Department for permanent duty? Supporting Documentation: You are required to submit proof of marriage AND permanent change of station (PCS) orders: spouse's PCS orders (showing you as a dependent) and/or copy of marriage certificate. If you are a current or previous Federal employee, please include your most recent SF-50. Other Information

Other Notes: ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires Acquisition Workforce Level Program Management Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 48 months after entry into this position. DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Program Management, Advanced certification. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 48 months after entry into this position. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources. RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf. All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.