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Internal Revenue Service

Supervisory Procurement Analyst (Direct Hire Open Continuous 12 Months) MSP

Internal Revenue Service, Altoona, Pennsylvania, us, 16603


Duties

WHAT IS THE

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER DIVISION?A description of the business units can be found at:Analyzes proposed and recently passed complex legislative actions as well as regulations issued by Treasury and other agencies to recommend, develop, and devise strategies to implement policies and procedures for the IRS.Integrates new Federal and Department of Treasury developments and best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives. Establishes internal management controls for the Office of Procurement to ensure regulatory compliance for all contracting professionals within the IRS, those in the Office of Treasury Procurement Services, and those in the BEP IT Acquisition Branch. Utilizes and recommends the use of re-engineering principles, where appropriate, to improve procurement operations and customer service nationally. Develops a range of alternatives for the solution of procurement policy problems on which even top national experts disagree and interest groups have strongly held views.Responsible for the development of procurement training regarding new or recently-enacted acquisition policies for all levels of IRS contracting professionals, front-line management, and senior management personnel at National Headquarters and all area procurement offices.Serves as an expert advisor to top-level management on acquisitions for complex IT and non-IT equipment, supplies, and services, which have a significant impact on the effectiveness and timeliness of the entire tax system nationwide. Utilizes the full range of project management skills in the accomplishment of work and in overseeing the work of senior contracting professionals accomplishing their work. Advises on program plans and priorities that are fundamentally significant in establishing, meeting, and in evaluating the IRS' mission objectives and program goals. Advises on acquisition strategies for the continuation or abandonment of specific services.Responds to technical inquiries regarding Federal procurement regulations and procedures. As needed, requests changes or exceptions to the Department of Treasury and Federal Acquisition Regulations.Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Telework Eligible Positions : Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework. Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period

to your assigned Post of Duty (POD) ) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program. Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status.Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.Must successfully complete a background investigation, including a FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check).Qualifications

Federal experience is not required. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement

OR

time of referral:BASIC REQUIREMENT:

You must have completed all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher-level contracting positions, including at least 4-years' experience in contracting or related positions.AND

A 4-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.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

You must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower level within the payband or GS grade in the normal line of progression in the Federal service that demonstrates the required managerial skills and technical competence required to perform the job.Experience that demonstrated management/leadership experience.Experience applying regulations, other official guidance and principles.Experience applying communicative techniques to effectively and diplomatically interact with internal and external customers.COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

You may qualify by a combination of experience and education.Education

For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.Additional information

A 1-year probationary period is required.Subject to a 1-year supervisory or managerial probationary period (unless already completed).Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.This is a non-bargaining unit position.Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application:Online Application

- QuestionnaireEducation

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See Education Section aboveRegistration/License (If Applicable)

- active, current registration/licenseHigh School Diploma

(or equivalent) - If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you

MUST

submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent); OR completion of a formal vocational training program; OR statement from school authorities agreeing with your decision to pursue employment rather than continuing your education.How to Apply

This Direct Hire Public Notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice. Applicants will be referred on a first in, first out basis.

Those applicants who are applying earlier in the process will stand a much better chance of being referred for consideration in the selection process.

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