Associate Executive Director Technology Acquisition Center
What you'd do
The Associate Executive Director for the Technology Acquisition Center (TAC) is the advisor to the Deputy Principal Executive Director for Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction (OALC);and other key officials within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) on matters pertaining to acquisition planning, procurement, and contract administration in connection with acquiring IT supplies, equipment and services required.
Major duties
The Associate Executive Director is responsible for the operational execution, oversight, compliance, direction and support of all acquisitions within the Technology Acquisition Center (TAC). The Associate Executive Director provides leadership and direction to support VA Information Technology (IT) acquisitions. The Associate Executive Director provides leadership and direction to the TAC to ensure efficient and effective contracting activities and maintain compliance with Federal and agency regulations, policies, directives and operating procedures. Oversees the development of contract actions having high-level significance and notably national in scope. Studies and evaluates the acquisition program and recommends policies to maintain an effective and efficient operation. Recommends policies, plans, and strategies for acquisition planning, procurement, and contract administration in connection with acquiring IT supplies, equipment and services required. Manages the development of strategic IT contract actions that have high-level significance and notability and are national in scope. Acquisitions consist of highly complex IT services and commodities; strategically sourced and enterprise-wide contracts. Evaluate the effectiveness and economy of the procurement activities under his/her control. Leads a program of quality control to assure that the TAC procurement program is carried out in accordance with generally accepted procurement criteria established within the Federal Government. Serves as the Head of Contracting Activity for the TAC. Responsible for conducting analyses of procurement data to develop acquisition strategies leveraging V A's, as well as other government agencies, buying power. Manages the strategic planning, operational improvement, and integrated performance management functions for the TAC. Maintains observation over the development of reporting mechanisms for critical operational and transformational metrics to gauge progress on strategic and operational initiatives and high-level progress reports, initiating corrective actions when necessary to reach stated goals.
What you need to qualify
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ1: In depth of Federal acquisition practices, policies, regulations, and public law as it relates to acquiring information technology supplies, equipment and services with a portfolio of at least $100 million. TQ2: The incumbent must possess knowledge and experience in analyzing complex programs and devising highly successful acquisition strategies in support of an organization's acquisition requirements. Inherent to this qualification is the demonstrated ability to assess and prioritize customer needs, develop with management a strategy to address those needs, and an organizational plan to execute the strategy. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
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