Acquisition Program Management Specialist Jobs

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duties - performs a variety of specific tasks designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying acquisition program management principles, methods and techniques and understanding the fundamental precepts of defense systems acquisition.

- carries out special projects designed to facilitate the full use of the intern's training and development.

- performs a variety of specific tasks designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying acquisition logistics principles, methods and techniques.

- performs taskings which are designed to increase knowledge and skill in the acquisition program management field and related areas.

requirements conditions of employment

• please read this public notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
• u.s. Citizenship is required.
• males must be registered for selective service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Selective service: males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from selective service. For additional information,
• the salary range indicated in this announcement will be adjusted to include locality payment for selected duty location and/or series.
• position may be subject to random drug testing.
• must meet suitability for federal employment. Required to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• disclosure of political appointments. This posn is subject to provisions of the dod priority placement program. Direct deposit: all federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• minimum gpa of 2.95 on a 4.0 grading scale. A security clearance may be required. This posn is subject to provisions of the dod priority placement program.
• geographic mobility is a condition of employment. The employee must sign an air force-wide mobility agreement.
• required to serve a one year probationary period.
• successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan. Employee must maintain current certifications. May be required to obtain job-related certifications.
• position may be subject to random drug testing. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• the employee must meet the defense acquisition workforce improvement act (dawia) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment and necessary to perform the duties of the position.
• employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• certain positions and/or rotations require a top-secret clearance, therefore; individuals selected for these positions will be required to obtain and maintain a top-secret clearance... (continue below)
• ...as part of the clearance individuals may be required to undergo polygraph and/or drug testing as a condition of employment.

qualifications to qualify for a gs-07: completion of 1 full year of graduate level education, or bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement as provided in the "general policies and instructions" for qualifications standards operating manual, or 5 academic years of pre-professional study, or 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least gs-05. Specialized experience: one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the gs-05 grade level.

Specialized experience is defined as knowledge of utilizing statistical techniques and developing mathematical models in order to define and analyze problems; and advising officials of different approaches as a basis for management plans and decisions.

knowledge, skills and abilities (ksas): your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• knowledge of acquisition program management principles, techniques, requirements, methods and practices to carry out tasks to support planning, organizing and managing weapon systems acquisition.
• knowledge to perform tasks to assist in the development of acquisition logistics that support the operation, maintenance, and support of the system.
• analytical and evaluation skills to asses capability in meeting customer or project requirements.
• oral and written communication skills for effective working relationships, interaction with customers, and exchange of information.

part-time or unpaid experience: credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Volunteer work experience: refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (i.e., peace corps, americorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;

philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that…