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This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
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As a PROGRAM MANAGER at the GS-0340-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:
This is a senior position within Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Nuclear Enterprise Support Directorate (NE) Nuclear Surety Department (NS). The incumbent works under the supervision of the Nuclear Operations Support Division Chief (NSO).

• The incumbent serves as a senior management and program analyst and advisor to the NS leadership, providing business administration, acquisition management, budget management, and program management expertise to the NS Department.
• Serves as a portfolio manager responsible for the coordination and implementation of strategic efforts, addressing intra-department program issues and coordination within NE Directorate, and all matters pertaining to DTRA budgetary and programmatic reporting requirements.
• Ensures DTRA programs, projects, and operations are aligned with strategic objectives.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: In-person at facilities located at Ft. Belvoir, VA., may be eligible for limited, situational telework subject to supervisory approval, not to exceed current Agency guideline, and not eligible for remote telework.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
• Occasional travel away from the normal duty station is required.
• May be required to work overtime/compensatory time.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and periodic random drug testing thereafter.
• Position may require specialized training that will be provided by the Agency.
• A valid driver's license is required to support travel requirements.
• As an Acquisition Workforce position you will be required to become certified in the Practitioner tier within 5 years, acquire a minimum of 40 continuous learning points (CLPs) every year and 80 CLPs being mandatory within 2 years.

Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:
- Managed the lifecycle of research and technology development-from integration to application-while ensuring compliance with complex acquisition regulations.
- Developed and managed Research & Development programs and schedules, conducted programmatic and financial analyses (including monitoring and reporting obligations) utilizing cost and effectiveness evaluation tools.
- Led or managed comprehensive programs related to mission assurance, nuclear surety, or nuclear stockpile operations.
- Applied administrative regulations and operating procedures to establish program objectives, manage operational schedules, and forecast resource requirements.
- Oversaw and administered policies, procedures, and system management for a large-scale federal travel management system.
(Experience must be clearly demonstrated in your resume)
Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies:
1. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Prepares, justifies, and/or administers the budget for program areas; plans, administers, and monitors expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs and policies; assesses financial condition of an organization.
2. ACQUISITION STRATEGY: Knowledge of the principles and methods for developing an integrated acquisition management plan that describes the business, technical, and support strategies, including the relationship between the acquisition phases, work efforts, and key program events (for example, decision points, contract awards, test activities).
3. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of a program to include providing oversight of multiple projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities (for example, benefits management, life cycle management, program governance).
4. Oral Communication: Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
5. Strategic Thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization in a global economy. Examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.
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; religious; 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.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.
For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

• ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Program Management, Practitioner tier level. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 60 months after entry into this position. For information regarding the DAWIA Back to Basics please visit: Home (dau.edu) or Back to Basics - Helpful Resources (dau.edu)

Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d
This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.
You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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