Procurement Analyst, GS-, Authority; DHA;

USACE Organization:
North Atlantic Division (NAD) - Norfolk District

Announcement Type: TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type:
Permanent

Locations (City, State):
Norfolk, VA

Open Period: 20 February - 6 March 2026

Duty

Location:

Norfolk, VA

Procurement Analyst, GS-1102-12 in the Contracting Division. Provides direction and advice to District elements, Branch Chiefs, and the Chief of Contracting in areas of acquisition planning, contractual strategy, and execution of acquisition programs for Construction, Architect Engineering, Supplies & Services. Reviews management decisions affecting implementation and changes in policies, procedures, and methodology, to assure intended and consistent interpretation and compliance by the District.

Analyzes and evaluates cost and financial data contained in various types of proposed contracts for all types of contracts. Conducts training of contracting personnel to improve acquisition practices. Publishes informational material to inform, clarify, and explain regulatory and policy changes, and to note recurring errors observed during contract review. Resolves acquisition compliance problems and develops path forward for corrective action.

Determines trends for identification of training requirements and makes recommendations for such to the Chief of Contracting.

Interested candidates should provide their resume in the USACE Talent Marketplace Portal (TMP) and be prepared to provide current SF-50 upon request, to include a supervisor endorsement if selected.

This position is vital to the integrity, effectiveness, and credibility of the Contracting Division and directly impacts the District’s ability to execute its mission. Serving as the lead for policy development, compliance, and operational excellence, this role ensures all contracting actions adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and USACE standards while providing trusted advisory support to the District Contracting Chief and senior leadership.

As the primary liaison to higher headquarters and a mentor to the contracting workforce, the position strengthens consistency, reduces risk, builds capability across construction, services, A/E, and supply contracting, and ensures critical programs such as the Government Purchase Card and contracting systems support function seamlessly to enable timely, compliant, and mission-ready acquisition outcomes.

APPLICABILITY/AREA OF CONSIDERATION:
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in competitive service.

OPM Qualification Standards – Contracting Series, 1102 https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• This position is eligible for situational telework.

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