JOB SUMMARY:

On 5/14/10 this Public Notice was amended to include the cities of Auburn, WA; Dallas, TX; San Francisco County, CA; and Seattle, WA.

GSA employees leverage the buying power of the federal government to acquire best value for taxpayers and our federal customers. We exercise responsible asset management. We deliver superior workplaces, quality acquisition services, and expert business solutions. We develop innovative and effective management policies. GSA has been repeatedly named by the Partnership for Public Service as one of the "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government".

On 3/30/2011 this Public Notice was amended to update the document information under the How To Apply section.

On 03/01/2011 this Public Notice of Direct Hire Authority for GSA, which closed on 02/02/2011 was reopened with a new closing date of 04/30/2011. Please note: if you applied under this notice 1000054TC01-DHA previously, you do not need to reapply. The closing date of this notice may be extended or shortened to close earlier or later than 04/30/2011 depending upon agency needs.

On 04/01/2010 the closing date of this Public Notice was extended to 02/02/2011.

This Public Notice will be used to fill positions at the GS-09, GS-11, GS-12, GS-13, GS-14, or GS-15 grade levels. If selected for a position below the GS-15 grade level, the position may or may not have promotion potential to a higher level.

Positions may be in the Federal Acquisition Service, Public Building Service, and other staff offices located in any of the following locations: Auburn, WA, Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX, New York NY, Philadelphia PA, San Francisco County, CA, Seattle, WA, Washington D.C.

If you are selected for this position, you will be a business consultant to agency officials, advising them on critical decision in planning for and acquiring the goods and services needed by the Federal government. You will be instrumental in ensuring the United States Government contributes to innovation and economic stimulation through prudent contract awards and monitoring contract performance to ensure satisfactory progress and compliance with the terms and conditions of contracts.

Pay rates will vary based on the location of the position. Please click on link to view pay tables:
OPM Salary Table (http://www.opm.gov/oca/10tables/indexGS.asp)

For answers to general questions about Federal employment, appointment authorities, etc., please link to www.usajobs.opm.gov and view the FAQs (frequently asked questions).

GSA offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:

Federal health insurance plans

Life insurance coverage with several options to choose from

Leave policies to help you take care of your personal, recreational, and health care needs

Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)

Flexible work schedules and telework

Transit and child care subsidies

Training and development

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Apply online (See How to Apply Section.)
U.S. Citizens or Nationals
Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment
If selected, serve 1 year probationary period unless previously satisfied.