Director Office of Non-Management and Operating Contracts

Summary

Department of Energy (DOE) seeks an innovative Executive for the Office of Non-Management and Operating Contracts within the Office of Management (MA). MA is the best-in-class operational engine driving DOE to deliver on our mission with speed, precision, and accountability. The Director serves as HCA over the non-M&O portfolio, leading acquisition strategies, source selections, and FAR/DEAR disputes while driving fiscal discipline and operational excellence.

Duties

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The Director, Office of Non-Management and Operating Contracts, is a Senior Executive Service (SES) position within the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE), Office of Management. Serving as a Head of Contracting Activity (HCA), the Director provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for DOE's non-M&O procurement portfolio-including acquisition planning, bid protests, and complex interpretations of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR). Additionally, the Director oversees key operational functions, such as facilities, personal property, logistics, and construction management, to support DOE's energy, national security, and scientific missions.

As the Director, you will,

• Provide comprehensive technical and administrative direction over subordinate offices led by SES and GS-15 (or equivalent) personnel, coordinating interrelated programs, resolving inter-organizational conflicts, and leading a high-performance culture.
• Direct the formulation of cutting-edge acquisition strategies, approves comprehensive acquisition plans, and makes critical business determinations regarding major contract extensions, competitive source selections, and sophisticated incentive fee structures.
• Serve authoritatively as a Head of Contracting Activity (HCA) for the Department's non-M&O portfolio, establishing and monitoring DOE-wide policies, management tools, and operating systems to ensure statutory compliance and taxpayer value.
• Deliver definitive interpretation of complex FAR and DEAR provisions, directly resolving high-stakes procurement disputes, bid protests, and complex contractor claims.
• Promote the efficient management of Office resources, personnel, and budget, maximizing cost-effectiveness while modernizing processes and technology to optimize operational performance.
• Secure cooperation among senior Department officials, industry executives, and program implementers amidst competing priorities, and represents strategic acquisition requirements to congressional staff and federal oversight bodies.
• Integrate federal and contractor management to resolve systemic operational challenges, embeds safety and security requirements across the complex, and performs other executive duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Subject to a 1-year SES probationary period (unless already completed).
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
• May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
• File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278 within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
• You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

• Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back,
• FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and
• SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)

Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume must clearly demonstrate that you possess the following technical qualifications.

TQ1: Demonstrated senior-level experience applying comprehensive knowledge of federal acquisition laws, Executive orders, regulations, policies, and administrative requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency acquisition regulations, to lead the planning, award, administration, oversight, and strategic management of complex, high-dollar federal contracts and acquisition programs.

TQ2: Demonstrated executive leadership experience providing strategic direction and influencing complex acquisition and contract management programs across Departmental, interagency, and intra-agency organizations. Proven ability to implement policies and

systems, lead subordinate organizations, and drive organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs:

• ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
• ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
• ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
• ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
• ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Education

There is no educational requirements for this position.

Additional information

Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES.

Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.

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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.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.