Director Office of Non-Management and Operating Contracts☆ Save

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Department of Energy Headquarters
• Department: Department of Energy
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Salary: $199172 – $228000/yr
• Hiring Path: Public
• Number of Openings: 1
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-10-27
• Application Deadline: 2026-11-09

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Job 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.

Key Responsibilities

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 & Education

There is no educational requirements for this position.

Contact

valeria.payne@hq.doe.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $199172 – $228000/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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