Summary Serves as the IT Program Manager (PLCYPLN) in a Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) HQ location. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an IT program manager for DeCA business, financial, technology or data management programs. Read the entire announcement before starting the application process. Responsibilities Understands the DoD Acquisition process in order to plan and organize acquisition activities for various programs/projects. Implements program management techniques and monitor internal controls necessary to manage acquisition programs and support functions. Executes acquisition management plans to support IT modernization efforts, transitioning from legacy business solutions to commercial retail or DoD enterprise solutions. Works with senior program managers to identify all stakeholders, internal and external. Monitors stakeholder's input and feedback throughout the program life cycle. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualifications for series 2210 and additional requirements by the announcement closing date. Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. Experience can be under other Federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. Examples of qualifying specialized experience: Managing information technology programs to include: risk management; change management; project management; requirements analysis; cost benefit analysis; systems life cycle management; technology awareness; stakeholder management; financial management; data management; and, acquisition processes, including investment management, system integration, program cost and schedule, performance, test and acceptance, deployment, configuration, management, quality assurance, information security and assurance, and maintenance planning. Develop plans and schedules, estimates resource requirements, define milestones and deliverables, monitors activities and evaluates and reports accomplishments. Provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialist on critical IT issues. You will receive credit for all relevant qualifying experience (paid and unpaid), including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in the position's competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). IT Policy and Planning (PLCYPLN) Minimum Qualifications GS-13 Oral and Written Communication Project Management Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Is Not Covered Obligated Position: No Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No. DoD criteria not met. Work environment: Work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation and involves the ordinary risks and discomforts typical of an office environment that require normal safety precautions. Telework eligible: Yes - as determined by the agency policy Remote work eligible: No Education You may not use education to qualify for this position. Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a federal workplace to be free of illegal drugs and prohibits the use of illegal drugs both on and off duty by federal employees. As a reminder, marijuana is still classified as an illegal drug by the Federal government and is prohibited for use by Federal employees even if such use is legal in the state where the Federal employee resides and/or works. The Defense Commissary Agency is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace where the use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and may result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal service. Positions will be filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense, Title 5, United States Code, Section 9905. Upon first appointment to a civilian position in the Federal government, you are entitled only to the lowest step (Step 1) of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this announcement does not suggest or convey an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. The minimum age requirement is generally 18 years. Employing those under 18 may be possible under certain circumstances. If under 18 years of age, ensure you provide documentation showing how you are eligible. Applicants with financial difficulty are not automatically removed from consideration. Selectees are required to complete an online onboarding process. Retired military service members cannot be appointed to a Department of Defense (DoD) civilian position within 180 days of their retirement date. 5 United States Code 3326. PCS IS NOT AUTHORIZED. This is a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) position. It is a DAWIA Program Management Level Ill designated position. The incumbent must meet the training, experience, and certification requirements within 24 months of employment. Required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Statement of Affiliations and Financial Interest on an annual basis. This position requires access to DeCA's business, financial and/or data management programs and systems, e.g., DIBS and is designated as IT Level II. This position requires access to DeCA's business systems and is designated as IT level II. Performance of work involves fiduciary responsibilities of from $2 to 10 million dollars. Frequent contacts with senior representatives, trade associations, customer groups, industry representatives and others with similar interest. The following may result in a rating of ineligible. Ineligible applicants receive no consideration. Submitting an incomplete application package, such as missing documents, illegible documents, and/or missing information necessary to determine qualifications and eligibility. A resume reflecting part-time (PT)/full-time (FT) or nothing rather than the number of hours worked per week (e.g., 40, 30, 20, etc.) may be considered incomplete. Submitting encrypted documents or uploading Adobe portfolio documents. Submitting any document that contains a photo or image of you. Including social media links, inappropriate material or content, classified or government sensitive information, or personal information such as age, gender, race, religion, or social security number on your resume. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or questionnaire responses. Deliberately attempting to falsify your application information, such as copying portions of this announcement into your resume.