Program Manager/Contracting Officer Representative (O-5) Non-Supervisory

at  US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Qualifying degree for the officer’s category and an advanced degree (e.g., MPH, M.A. or M.S.) from an accredited institution. Minimum of three to five years of professional experience relevant to the officer’s category. Of the total professional experience, officer must possess at least two years of experience related to management, administration and evaluation of public health programs.
• Level II COR Certification preferred or obtained within six months of hire through Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD) system.
• Obtain Level III COR Certification upon application, they must obtain Level III though Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD) within 18 months of hire and maintain Level III Certification.
• If the incumbent holds a clinical license, it is the responsibility of the incumbent to fulfill the obligation(s) of their licensing or certifying body to maintain current status. The agency may require the incumbent performs clinical activities with the scope of clinical license in times of critical needs within the agency. If in a clinical discipline and as directed and approved by his/her supervisors, the incumbent may perform clinical duties of their profession in Federal health care facilities. Such direction is documented via a memorandum of assignment and is filed in the eOPF.
• Knowledge of ICE and IHSC, program policies and guidelines, operating procedures, and various departmental initiatives.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of independence, initiative, judgment, and follow-through on a broad range of sensitive, complex administrative and financial tasks.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and work requirements.
• Knowledge and skill in all Microsoft Office Products to include Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Maintain current CPR/BLS certification.
• Maintain basic readiness status

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must submit the required documentation outlined under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section below.
The complete initial Application must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/11/2024.
PLEASE NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. If you need further assistance, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the Contracting Officer’s Representative for the agency’s contracts with duties to include, but not limited to: technical liaison between the Contracting Officer and Contractor, contract performance monitoring, contract deficiency reports, personnel issues, invoice review and payment processing, coordination of meetings and program reviews.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts on drafting Statement of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), Independent Government Cost Estimates ( IGCE), and conducting Market Research.
• Develop, review, and/or recommend bid solicitations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOW)/Performance Work Statements (PWS) for open, competitive outsourcing of requirements for goods and services.
• Receives direction from the Contract Officer (CO) to ensure contractor compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) for all contracts where delegated authority is given.
• Reviews and pays all invoices in a timely manner in accordance with ICE Financial Operations guidelines and the Prompt Payment Act.
• Maintain COR Contract Files in accordance with DHS Contracting Officer’s Representative Essential Element Guidebook or Appointment Letter.
• Assists in the planning, coordination, and administration of Source Selection Evaluation Boards (SSEB) or Technical Evaluation Panels (TEP).
• Provides management oversight in the procurement of supplies, equipment and services needed in support of the ICE mission.
• Serves as an RMU point of contact for matters related to the fiscal, acquisition/procurement, logistics and resource management activities for IHSC
• Track all contracts burn rates in relation to approved spend plan.
• Track contract expiration dates and execute requisitions for renewals and exercising options.
• Track Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and complete CPARS actions for all contracts.
• Provide Past Performance Evaluations, as needed for current and past contracts as requested by other Federal or State government contracting organizations.
• Communicates efficiently with external and internal stakeholders, represents the agency to customers, the public, government as well as other external entities, specifically vendors and other stakeholders related to contracting activities.
• Participates with senior leadership in the development and review of contracts and acquisition strategies for the Division. Networks within communities to establish and maintain collaborative partnerships.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish positive outcomes.
• Other duties as assigned.