Acquisition Manager

Summary

This vacancy replaces vacancy announcement #26-13032376. Please see the Summary under "How to Apply".

Duties

Lead the U.S Tax Court's acquisition program, to include procuring supplies, equipment, services, and furnishings from government and non-government sources through new contracts, competitive bids, or existing government contracts. Serve as the point of contact for Tax Court personnel regarding acquisitions and administrative matters affecting the procurement of supplies and services. Research and evaluate vendors; prepare acquisition strategies, source selection plans, contract specifications and solicitations; ensure the availability of funds; obtain and review bids and proposals; and negotiate the terms and conditions of contracts. Negotiate with vendors for the best price or value for contracted services and purchases. Coordinate with selected vendors on supply and delivery of purchased items. Communicate, evaluate, and monitor contract performance to ensure complete with contracted obligations; assist with clarifying contract requirements and resolving any conflicts. Prepare purchase orders and enter obligations into the Court's accounting system. Maintain detailed procurement files which are subject to audit. Adhere to the Guide to Judiciary Policy and the Tax Court's internal policies, procedures, and control processes. Develop U.S. Tax Court procurement and procedures. Maintain FAC-C (Professional) or equivalent certification pursuant to the Judiciary guidelines. Serve as Purchase Credit Card coordinator and perform related duties. Coach and mentor Tax Court personnel that support procurement activities. Reports to the Deputy Clerk for Administrative Services

Qualifications and evaluation

Applicants will be evaluated based on their experience as related to the duties of this position and the Special Rating Factors listed above under Qualifications. The resume/application package must provide detailed information showing the extent to which the Special Rating Factors are satisfied. If you fail to provide the information as required, your application will not be evaluated beyond the basic screening process. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, the Court will then evaluate your application package to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. The best-qualified candidates will be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Interviews may be conducted in person or remotely.

Education

A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field is required. Applicants must possess a FAC-C (Professional) or equivalent certification, or possess a Legacy FAC-C Certification (Levels I, II, or III), Legacy Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Contracting Certification (Levels I, II, or III) or a Department of Defense (DOD) Contracting Professional Certification, at the time of application. Copies of certifications must be submitted with the application to be considered. Four years of (1) demonstrated experience leading source selections consisting of: cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation; (2) demonstrated experience awarding and administering a variety of contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Materials (T&M), Cost-Reimbursement, Incentive, and/or Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ); and demonstrated knowledge of federal procurement rules.

How to apply

POSITION SUMMARY: The Acquisition Manager will be the U.S. Tax Court's principal contracting officer and will work independently in leading all phases of the Court's acquisition program, to include developing procurement policy and acquisition strategies, conducting market research, source selection planning, and the awarding, managing, administering, and closing out of Court contracts. The Acquisition Manager has a significant role within the Court working directly with Court leadership and offices to support the development of contract requirements. The Acquisition Manager will also oversee the purchase card program, the activities of contracting officer representatives (COR), and the training of personnel fulfilling purchase card and COR responsibilities.

Required documents

A letter of interest addressed to Deputy Clerk for Administrative Services; A resume (not to exceed two pages) highlighting relevant knowledge and experience; Unofficial transcripts for all degrees cited to meet the education requirement; Evidence of professional certification; Contact information for three professional references; and Your most-recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, if you are or have been a Federal government employee.

Additional information

If you fail to provide the information required, your application will not be evaluated beyond the basic screening process. The applicants deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in a personal interview at their own expense. Applicants scheduled for an interview should advise if a reasonable accommodation will be necessary. Travel expenses for interviews will not be reimbursed. NOTE: The Court will not accept, consider, or provide notice of incomplete applications or applications that do not comply with these instructions. Candidates who submit multiple applications during the vacancy opening period must indicate in the email how the application has been updated in order for the subsequent application to be considered. NOTE: The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the announcement, with or without prior written or other notice. NOTE: The Court reserves the right to retain all application materials received for a period of six months after the closing of this announcement to fill additional vacancies.