This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Financial Management Division (FC), Office of Acquisition (FA). This position(s) primary purpose is to serve as the Associate Deputy Assistant Administrator (ADAA) and plan, organize, manage, and direct all contracting and procurement activities for DEA offices worldwide.
As a Supervisory Contract Specialist - DIRECT HIRE, your typical work assignments may include: Assists the Deputy Assistant Administrator in establishing long- and short-range strategic program plans for the Office and implements appropriate goals and objectives. Directs development of detailed studies required for inclusion with staff papers, operational plans, and Congressional and OMB submissions.
Builds constructive partnerships and collaborates with executive counterparts throughout DEA and the Department to administer office programs effectively as well as maintain contacts with federal agencies, private sector firms, professional organizations, research centers, universities, and other organizations doing business with or having an interest in office programs.
Establishes technical and professional standards in accordance with applicable law, regulation, and best business practices; ensures policies and program plans are responsive to agency needs and objectives. Provides strategic direction and leadership of acquisition systems and technology modernization to support the DEA mission.
See the qualification section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
For a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials, visit: www.naces.org/members.php. If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.
This position is with Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice.
The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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