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Summary This position is within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Director of Systems Integration and Chief Acquisition Officer (CG-SI), Assistant Commandant - Surface (PEO Surface and Chief Engineer (Naval)) (CG-SEA), Major Systems Acquisition Assistant PEO-Surface (CG-SEA-A), Fast Response Cutter Program Management Office (CG-SEA-A4) located in Washington, DC. Responsibilities You will serve as a Logistics Management Specialist and be responsible for the planning, organization, execution, and coordination of assigned acquisition program(s), in accordance with approved charters and applicable policies and procedures. The incumbent: contributes to the accomplishment of USCG/CG-SEA mission, goals, and objectives by strategic direction and effective implementation of the objectives of assigned acquisition program(s); supports the planning and development of acquisition efforts, business, and organizational administrative operations; and provides direction on a wide range of program issues essential to the efficient operation of CG-SEA. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Managing the development and implementing of in-process reviews, audits, etc. to ensure all ILS resources required to prepare for testing and trials, outfitting, delivery, commissioning, initial shakedown, and operational deployment are identified, acquired and available when needed. Delivering formal presentations including logistic readiness reviews and reports to higher level USCG groups concerned with major asset acquisitions. Providing management, funding, and scheduling direction to USCG activities and private contractors, specifying relationships and interaction with associated USCG offices and numerous other participants. Reviewing production work orders to ensure requests are properly logged and that time and materials consumed are properly indicated. Keeping the Contracting Officer informed on technical recommendations, the progress of proposed contract modifications, validity of claims, analysis of proposals, and assessment of contract time extensions. Requirements Conditions of Employment All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. This position requires a Secret clearance. Qualifications To qualify at the GS- 14 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Specialized experience should demonstrate the following: Identifies gaps in logistics support for new or modified asset systems, and coordinates with USCG operational logistics managers and industry partners to develop solutions. Plans for full lifecycle support of asset products to include evaluating sources of repair, conducting market research, identifying sustainment solutions, and managing business case analyses for performance-based logistics support alternatives. Manages ILS tasks performed under development and acquisition contracts including leading the development of cost estimates and spend plans. Plans and forecasts resource requirements (e.g., manpower, budgets, technical data, and equipment) to support asset systems throughout the lifecycle. Develops and optimizes ILS and sustainment plans and processes supporting USCG mission readiness, system availability, and operational effectiveness. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. Additional Information E-Verify DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities Fair Chance Act The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to [email protected]. Suitability Statement If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Shared Certificates Statement Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Special Employment Consideration The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Recruitment incentives may be authorized. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact 1(888)992-7387. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation