Director Procurement Services Staff

Duties
This position serves as the Director of the Procurement Services Staff (PSS), which is part of the Justice Management Division (JMD) in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). PSS is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Assistant Attorney General for Administration through the Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Policy, Management, and Procurement (DAAG/PMP), who is the Department's Senior Procurement Executive). PSS provides acquisition support to and is the operational procurement authority for JMD and the Department Offices, Boards and Divisions (OBDs). The Director, PSS serves as the principal advisor to the Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Policy, Management, and Procurement on procurement and other programs within the purview of the staff, as well as provides expert and authoritative consultation on highly specialized matters of utmost complexity, sensitivity, scope and urgency.

• Directs the development, establishment, and administration of procurement and other staff programs, policies, procedures, services, projects and initiatives. Establishes technical and professional standards in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. Monitors emerging trends and provides leadership and guidance to PSS supervisors and staff in exploring new methods or innovations for adoption that will benefit the mission.
• Establishes objectives, goals, and operational plans that are compatible with and fully support JMD strategic mission objectives, goals, and plans. Monitors progress toward organizational goals and makes adjustments to ensure success.
• Coordinates with the Director, Office of Acquisition Management on acquisition policy. Coordinates with the Director, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, and directs implementation of effective small business policies and programs across JMD and the OBD's to support Department small business goals and efforts.
• Exercises authority in establishing and revising important PSS policies and contributing to development and furtherance of JMD mission and/or administrative programs, principles, and strategies. Translates and communicates broad agency policies and objectives in terms of immediate organizational plans, goals, and strategies.
• Institutes accountability and control systems and methods to assure successful execution of the PSS mission, programs and services, and to promote continual improvement in effectiveness and efficiency of operations and services. Establishes PSS service philosophy, standards for delivery of services and programs, and criteria for evaluating employee contributions.
• Directs work of the organization comprised of approximately 35 procurement professionals and staff toward accomplishing mandated mission functions and program objectives. Provides administrative direction over establishment of PSS priorities, fulfillment of goals and objectives, and provision of key programs and/or services of PSS groups. Authorizes the design, conduct, and communication of important mission or program initiative and projects.
• Builds constructive partnerships and collaborates with executive counterparts in JMD, the OBDs and other organizations to administer procurement and other PSS programs effectively. The incumbent exercises leadership in shaping comprehensive procurement and other program policies and services that are responsive to JMD and OBD needs and objectives.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Conditions of Employment:

• Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
• You will be required to undergo a drug screening and obtain favorable results prior to being appointed.
• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry, and annually thereafter in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• You may be subject to a one-year probationary period effective from the date in which you are appointed.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31,1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must meet all minimum qualifications to be deemed eligible. Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check for the security level designated for this position.

As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications.
Note regarding COVID-19: To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purpose of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
Qualifications
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. The applicant must address the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) within their resume. Your responses to the MTQs should be addressed/embedded within your resume not to exceed seven (7) pages.
We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Director Procurement Services Staff. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess.
MTQ 1: Executive experience leading and managing others within a large, complex procurement organization involving procurement planning and management of financial and acquisition programs to include defending budgets and acquisition strategies for national programs.
MTQ 2: Expert knowledge of concepts, principles, practices, policies, rules and regulations as they relate to procurement operations and programs in accordance with applicable laws, statutes, OMB Circulars, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Additionally, your demonstrated leadership ability and the evidence of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) must be clearly shown in your resume. A separate narrative statement will not be accepted.
Note: Applicants who have completed the SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and have had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application. Candidates must still satisfy the MTQs of the position.
ECQ1 - LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ2 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ3 - RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ5 - BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Please refer to OPM's Guide to the Senior Executive Service Qualifications for more detailed information. http://www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp . Copies of the Office of Personnel Management's "Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications" may be obtained via the Internet at http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/GuidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf .
**Please be advised for individuals entering the Senior Executive Service for the first time, you will not have to submit a separate ECQ narrative at this phase in the application process. If you are selected for the position once the Executive Review Board (ERB) and Interviews have concluded, then you will need to provide the separate ECQs not-to-exceed 10 pages per the OPM requirements for Case Documentation under Criterion A-Resume Based Qualifications Review Board (QRB) submission. **
Education
Basic Education Standards for positions in the 1102 series :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited education institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
This position has a positive education and training requirement.

• Applicants must have completed a four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

or
Occupied a GS-1102-14 position since at least January 1, 2000.

• In addition: Applicants must have completed all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to the GS-14 or higher-level contracting positions, including at least four years of experience in contracting or related positions. At least one year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position.

Basic Qualification Requirements For Senior Contracting Officials
This position is considered a Senior Contracting Official position. Before an incumbent may be assigned to a critical acquisition position as a Senior Contracting Official, the incumbent must:

• Possess at least four years' experience in contracting.
• Have completed all mandatory training requirements for Level II or III certification as prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to higher level contracting positions, AND

Additional Information
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
EEO Policy Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. The complete DOJ EEO Statement/Policy is found at: http://www.justice.gov/jmd/eeos/08-eeo-policy.pdf .
Reasonable Accommodation
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Legal and Regulatory Guidance

• 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.
• Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
• False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.
• Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.
• Social Security Number - Your Social Security Number may be requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who may know you.