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Peace Corps

Procurement Analyst, FP-1102-4/3

Announcement Number:	14-278-SH	Application Deadline:	09/04/2014
Locations:	Washington, Dist of Columbia	Open Date:	08/21/2014
Salary Range:	Min: 66500.0 - Max: 120521.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Term	Promotion Potential:	3
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps! -- (1) Voted in the top 4 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for small agencies in 2013, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3) Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) There is a Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a vibrant Community atmosphere; established through President Kennedy's call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants what you can do for your country . . . and the world.
Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps! -- (1) Voted in the top 4 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for small agencies in 2013, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3) Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) There is a Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a vibrant Community atmosphere; established through President Kennedy's call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants what you can do for your country . . . and the world.

Notes:

PRIOR INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY OR RELATED WORK: Individuals who have been engaged in certain intelligence activity or related work or who have been employed by or connected with an intelligence agency are ineligible for employment with Peace Corps. Acceptance of employment with Peace Corps precludes employment by certain intelligence organizations for a specific period of time, determined by the employing agency, after Peace Corps employment ceases. APPLICANTS WITH CIA CONNECTIONS. CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO PROCEED.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps are normally for 60 months (5 years). Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select "I am a federal civilian employee" in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select "Peace Corps" as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy.

PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEES, INCLUDING TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES AND PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTORS, ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps are normally for 60 months (5 years). Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select "I am a federal civilian employee" in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select "Peace Corps" as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy. PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEES, INCLUDING TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES AND PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTORS, ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration.

Duties:

This position is located in the Peace Corps Office of Acquisition and Contracts Management (OACM). The function of the office is to perform procurement reviews, establish policy implementation, reviews and audits of all acquisitions and contract agreements for Peace Corps. The incumbent's primary responsibility is to serve as the Agency/Organization Program Coordinator (A/OPC) for the Governmentwide Purchase Card Program. The incumbent will manage the daily program administration, set up accounts, schedule training sessions and serve as a customer service liaison between individual cardholders and/or approving official and Citibank. Draft, develop and issue Peace Corps-wide contracting policies and procedures consistent with Federal directives and policies. The incumbent is tasked with educating contracting personnel and technical program staff of changes to policies that impact OACM and other personnel on acquisition related topics. The incumbent reviews pre and post-award documentation, solicitations, contracts, various Determinations and Findings, etc. The incumbent performs internal audits to ensure compliance with OACM policies and a wide range of procurement regulations, laws, constraints, and requirements. The incumbent manages one or more OACM acquisition related programs.

Performs work related to the review of contract actions or provisions to determine regulatory compliance or to improve contract competition.
This position is located in the Peace Corps Office of Acquisition and Contracts Management (OACM). The function of the office is to perform procurement reviews, establish policy implementation, reviews and audits of all acquisitions and contract agreements for Peace Corps. The incumbent's primary responsibility is to serve as the Agency/Organization Program Coordinator (A/OPC) for the Governmentwide Purchase Card Program. The incumbent will manage the daily program administration, set up accounts, schedule training sessions and serve as a customer service liaison between individual cardholders and/or approving official and Citibank. Draft, develop and issue Peace Corps-wide contracting policies and procedures consistent with Federal directives and policies. The incumbent is tasked with educating contracting personnel and technical program staff of changes to policies that impact OACM and other personnel on acquisition related topics. The incumbent reviews pre and post-award documentation, solicitations, contracts, various Determinations and Findings, etc. The incumbent performs internal audits to ensure compliance with OACM policies and a wide range of procurement regulations, laws, constraints, and requirements. The incumbent manages one or more OACM acquisition related programs. Performs work related to the review of contract actions or provisions to determine regulatory compliance or to improve contract competition.
Performs work related to the review, analysis, and/or interpretation of procurement statutes, regulations, policy, concepts, guidance, or procedures for use in the solution of procurement or contracting problems or the accomplishment of projects or programs.
Performs work related to the review, analysis, and/or interpretation of procurement statutes, regulations, policy, concepts, guidance, or procedures for use in the solution of procurement or contracting problems or the accomplishment of projects or programs.
Participates in, coordinates, and/or manages agency programs and projects.
Participates in, coordinates, and/or manages agency programs and projects.
Procures products and services using negotiation techniques. Negotiates with prospective contractors on pricing, performance, technical terms, and other provisions. Prepares written requests for proposal; publicizes requirements; issues solicitation documents; analyzes offers received; prepares negotiation positions; evaluates technical and cost proposals; negotiates cost, fee or profit as well as technical issues; and enters into a formal contract with the offeror.
Procures products and services using negotiation techniques. Negotiates with prospective contractors on pricing, performance, technical terms, and other provisions. Prepares written requests for proposal; publicizes requirements; issues solicitation documents; analyzes offers received; prepares negotiation positions; evaluates technical and cost proposals; negotiates cost, fee or profit as well as technical issues; and enters into a formal contract with the offeror.