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Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for (Acq-Demo Business and Technical Management) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is to fill a vacancy within the PEO STRI-LIVE INDIVIDUAL AND COLLECTIVE TRAINING located in Orlando, FL Responsibilities Serves as Assistant Program Manager responsible for managing new systems through advanced development, production and fielding; or fielded systems undergoing extensive modification, retrofit, or rebuild. Directs the work of specialists within the office and, through functional managers, the activities of a great many matrix support. Exercises management control of all functional inputs to the program. Develops plans for accomplishment of assigned projects. Directs effective utilization of project resources. Develops and establishes the controls necessary to manage internal operations, matrix support and the support of other command and agencies. Analyzes the impact that contemplated budget revisions, proposed adjustments, legislative changes, economic trends or directives from higher echelons may have upon projects. Maintains a continuous up to date cognizance of all aspects of project(s). Establishes priorities, maintains and controls all project milestones and takes necessary action to ensure that all milestones are met. Maintains liaison with appropriate representatives of DA, industry, supporting organizations and involved foreign governments to assure up-to-date awareness of the planning of all actions. Attends high level conference and meetings with representatives of DoD, DA, AMC and other commands and agencies, private industry and foreign countries. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: Applicant's resume must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02 (GS-11 equivalent) grade level in the Federal service which includes: 1) Coordinating acquisition support activities necessary to meet program objectives; 2) Directing the effective use of project resources to accomplish program objectives; 3) Developing controls to manage internal operations, matrix support, and provide support to commands; 4) Analyzing the impact of budget revisions and/or proposed adjustments for current projects. The definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service NH-02 (or GS-11 equivalent). This is a DOD Demonstration Project position. Under the Defense Authorization Act, personnel management demonstration programs are operating in numerous Army activities and various other organizations supported by Army civilian personnel centers. Under the streamlined personnel operations for the demonstration projects, the familiar 15 General Schedule grade structure is replaced with broad pay bands that typically encompass a range of grades. For example, acquisition jobs at level NH-III of broad banding encompass the traditional GS-12 through GS-13 grades. Other initiatives under the demonstration projects include simplified job classification, streamlined hiring processes, and expanded developmental opportunities. Acquisition Back to Basics Certification: Practitioner (formerly Level II): This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for (Program Management-A) certification within 60 months as of entrance on duty. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Direct Deposit of Pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) General Administration and Management Career Field position- (CP-51) Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. You will be required to undergo a background investigation leading to the successful adjudication of eligibility for a Secret Security clearance.