Job Title: Principal Director, Acquisition Directorate
JOA: CDAO-2024-000215
Pay Scale: $123,041-$159,950 (locality will be determined based on the physical location of the incumbent)
Open Date: 2 April 2024
Close Date: 9 April 2024
About the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office
The Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) mission is to accelerate the adoption of data, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) across the Department of Defense (DoD). The CDAO works across the Military Departments and Services, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMD), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and other DoD Components to design, develop, field, and scale technologies, capabilities, strategies, policies, and other guidance related to data, analytics, and AI in support of DoD's warfighting and business functions, including responding to crises and emerging challenges with state of the art digital solutions.
The mission of the CDAO Acquisitions Directorate is to provide rapid, effective and efficient acquisition support to CDAO and Joint Warfighters. In order to provide rapid, effective and efficient acquisition support to CDAO, the Department, and the Combatant Commands, CDAO Acquisition Directorate is focused on three primary functions: procurement, program execution; and program analysis.
As the Principal Director of Acquisition Management within the CDAO, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the acquisition strategy, processes, policies, and programs in accordance with federal regulations, DoD policies, and program management principles. Your primary focus will be on planning, executing, and evaluating acquisition strategies for various CDAO programs and projects.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It is being recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system. This position is a Supervisory, GG-0301-15.
This role will close for submissions on April 9th, 2024 at 11:59:59pm.
What you'll do here:
Partner with the Acquisition Director to develop and implement the Directorate’s strategic acquisition vision, goals, and objectives.Conduct comprehensive analysis of current and emerging acquisition trends, technologies, and best practices to inform strategic planning.Represent the Directorate in high-level discussions and briefings with senior DoD leadership, industry partners, and other stakeholders.Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Directorate, ensuring efficient and effective execution of acquisition programs and projects. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and DoD acquisition policy.Supervise and mentor Directorate staff, providing guidance and support on acquisition processes, policies, and regulations.Provide expert advice and counsel to the Acquisition Director on all aspects of the acquisition lifecycle, from requirements definition through capability delivery.Lead and/or participate in acquisition program reviews, audits, and assessments.Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Clearly and concisely communicate complex acquisition information to both a technical and non-technical audience.Manage and disseminate acquisition-related information within the directorate and across the DoD.,
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required.Candidate is encouraged to provide e-portfolio, project samples, Github, etc. to their submission package.Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)This position is subject to provisions of the WHS/OSD Priority Placement Program (please see details below).Applicants for employment are covered by federal laws and Presidential Executive Orders designed to safeguard federal employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.A three-year trial period may be required if not previously completed a trial or probationary period in the excepted or competitive service.Must be determined suitable for federal employment.Required to participate in the direct deposit program.This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized based on the availability of funds. This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service.For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here https://public.cyber.mil/cw/dod-cyber-excepted-service-ces/This position requires a Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the Title 5 U.S.C. in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.This position may require work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or mandatory overtime.This position may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station via military or commercial aircraft.
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Priority Placement Program Details
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist.6.Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.7.Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist