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Summary This position is located in the Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. ETA provides Federal contracts and technical assistance to State and local levels that provide workforce development services to various adult and youth populations. Responsibilities This is a career ladder progression position; the duties described below are at the GS-13 level. If selected at the GS-12 grade level, the incumbent will serve in a developmental capacity, wherein the work is less complex in nature and the supervisor, or a senior level employee provides specific instruction and guidance. At the GS-13 grade level, the incumbent: Reviews contract proposals for compliance with regulations and plans in order to receive funding for various workforce training programs. Evaluates performance reviews, studies, and makes recommendations for program improvement and corrective actions for high-profile regional products. Works with contractors to identify potential issues and conduct research on policy guidance and legislation. Develops, implements and maintains methods for evaluating and monitoring program performance; reviews fiscal records for accuracy and compliance with the budget; ensures compliance of programs with complex regulations and contract agreements; analyzes expenditures, recommends allowable costs and identifies appropriate contract cost categories. Serves as a project lead for high-risk contracts. Develops and applies new methods and techniques to solve problems where existing guides are largely inapplicable. Studies new and proposed legislation and regulations to determine impact on the program. Leads and/or performs analyses of program-related data, policy and program issues, and negotiates acceptable agreements to resolve conflicts and controversial disputes. Reviews contracts and state plans. Reviews and makes recommendations on contract modifications. Works with the Contract, program, and Close Out offices in resolving contracts issues during the contract life cycle. Responsible for resolving investigations, incidents and complaints or audit events pertaining to the contracts program. Notifies contractor regarding performance. Participates in development and coordination of various workforce development programs ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, and federal policies and statues. Prepares written summaries of contract activities and issues. Prepares and conducts briefings for various audiences on workforce development guidance and policy. Reviews draft policy guidance for impact on the organization and the program. Provides leadership in formulating methods for getting results through cooperative efforts. Coordinates, schedules, and attends various meetings and seminars and makes presentations related to guidance and policy, as appropriate. Prepares and delivers briefings. Serves as a liaison with high-level public and private sector officials. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For GS-12: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-11, in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: Assists in the preparation of service delivery contracts and training agreements; Experience assisting in conducting workforce studies, analyzing the results, and making sound recommendations for consideration; Experience in oral and written communications sufficient to advise and consult with a variety of customers regarding workforce development; Experience assisting with reviewing agency programs, practices, and/or policies to develop and deliver guidance or training to various stakeholders. For GS-13: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-12, in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: Experience in applying a wide range of contracts principles and concepts sufficient to provide advice to management and clients; Experience in conducting workforce studies, analyzing the results, and making sound recommendations for appropriate changes to or improvement in the workforce program; Experience in oral and written communications sufficient to advise and consult with a variety of customers to present findings and recommendations, or negotiate agreements, or secure cooperation; Experience reviewing agency programs, practices, and policies to develop and deliver guidance and training to various stakeholders. Education There is no educational substitution at these grade levels. Additional Information Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the Required Documents section for additional requirements. This position is inside the bargaining unit. If the duty location is within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the Local 12, AFGE bargaining unit. If the duty location is outside the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the NCFLL bargaining unit. Promotion Potential- GS-GS-13 Click here for Career Ladder Promotion Information The mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers, improve working conditions, expand high-quality employment opportunities, and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers. As such, the Department is committed to fostering a workplace and workforce that promote equal employment opportunity, reflects the diversity of the people we seek to serve, and models a culture of respect, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where every employee feels heard, supported, and empowered. Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES As a condition of employment, all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities, systems, information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION Click here for Telework Position Information This is not a remote work position. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy. Based on agency needs, additional positions may be filled using this vacancy. The Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. Click here for Additional Information. The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA, you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agency's complaint process Guidelines for Reporting Violations of the Fair Chance Act. Note: The FCA does not apply to some positions specified under the Act, such as law enforcement or national security positions. All Department of Labor employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Program under Executive Order 12564 and Public Law 100-71.