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Summary The Office of Acquisition and Logistics (OAL), under the leadership of the Executive Director, OAL and Senior Procurement Executive (SPE) provides Department-wide acquisition management and oversight for policy and workforce development, supply chain management and acquisition business system management. The Chief Acquisition Officer is responsible for department-wide acquisition management in accordance with the Service Acquisition Reform Act (SARA) and other federal acquisition initiatives. Responsibilities Major Duties Performance management that supports contracting, program management, facilities/technology shared services, logistics, supply chain, acquisition career management, instructional system design, knowledge management, human resources, budget, data analytics, program evaluation, course registration, property management, outreach, and marketing Serves as a critical resource in managing the implementation and delivery of enterprise-wide acquisition training, professional development, certification, and/or improving program performance within the VA. Leads in the development and administration of the Federal and VA acquisition workforce training and certification programs. Manages SCIDE training programs to the expectation of the VAAA Deputy Chancellor. Serves as a principal advisor to the VAAA Deputy Chancellor for all program management issues Oversees the development and implementation of the VA certification process of workforce training policies, programs, and practices. Oversees training associated with areas in developing and implementing effective career management plans Establishes general performance measures, in consultation with the Executive Director for Acquisition and Logistics (OAL) and VAAA Chancellor/Deputy Chancellor for VA to use in cooperation with their acquisition workforce development programs Leads the efforts in development of curriculum content and professional development activities in support of workforce needs and fosters a culture of continuous learning within VA's acquisition workforce community. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized Telework: Yes - Ad Hoc telework (situational telework) as determined by the agency policy Virtual: This is not a virtual Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period or two year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period one year probationary period or two year trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/07/2025. : IAW 5 CFR. 330.607, CTAP eligible applicants must hold a GS-15 position. This must be supported by the SF-50 You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-14 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: managing VA's supply chain workforce training and development programs to enhance workforce capabilities and improve operational efficiency. evaluating training program effectiveness using metrics, KPIs, and data analysis to drive continuous improvements Federal Acquisition Certification -The incumbent must achieve Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level Ill or Federal Acquisition Certification Level Ill certification in Program Management and Contracting Officer's Representative or have the ability to obtain this certification within 18-months of appointment. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Analysis and Problem Solving Communication Contract Administration Creative Thinking Critical Thinking Financial Management Leadership Manage Human Resources Planning and Evaluating Project Management Stakeholder Management Strategic Thinking 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary, though extended hours may be required during high priority deadlines For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Additional Information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit the Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP), va.gov/EMPLOYEE/docs/The-Fair-Chance-to-Compete-Act.pdf for more information.VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Veterans Affairs competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be found well-qualified, applicants must meet the following qualifications: Responsible for collaborating with and supporting all schools within the VAAA by leading staff to provide services that support Academy operations as aligned functions and responsibilities outlined in VA, OALC, OAL, and VAAA strategic plans, strategic frameworks, annual plans, and operational plans. Information about and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members. For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.