Deputy Director, Office of Acquisition and Grants Management

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s).

If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

TQ 1: Demonstrated executive experience leading and developing a high-performing acquisition workforce and managing enterprise-wide acquisition programs, including high-dollar, complex acquisitions, within a large, geographically-dispersed organization. Includes leading strategic acquisition planning, process improvement, technology implementation, and ensuring compliance with federal and agency acquisition laws, regulations, requirements, and policies to effectively and efficiently deliver outcomes.

TQ 2: Demonstrated experience serving as a senior advisor to executive leadership on enterprise-wide acquisition matters. Includes building effective working relationships with federal agencies, program offices, industry, and other stakeholders. Includes overseeing budgets, workforce recruitment and succession planning, contractor performance, and enterprise risk management for a large-dollar, high-visibility acquisition portfolio.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.

ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.

ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs.

Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Advises the CMS Administrator, CMS/HHS leaders, and components on acquisition and financial assistance.

Serves as accountable executive for OIG/GAO procurement matters within the incumbent’s purview.,Exercises delegated CMS HCA authorities; leads acquisition planning; oversees $20-$30 billion annually in contracts and financial assistance from development through closeout, plus IAA processes and the purchase card program.,Directs acquisition reform strategies, policies, procedures, and risk-based controls to support executive and legislative initiatives and ensure efficient, ethical, accountable, and compliant program operations.,Leads OAGM strategy; supports CMS enterprise planning and supply chain risk management.

Serves on COOP senior leadership team to support CMS Mission Essential Functions and OAGM Essential Supporting Activities.,Oversees procurement systems, analytics, and reporting; monitors obligations, expenditures, closeout, and unliquidated obligations; ensures post-award administration and contractor performance evaluations comply with requirements,Represents CMS at HHS councils and interagency forums; directs small/disadvantaged business strategies, goals, reporting, and corrective action; coordinates with auditors and contractor support on Cost Accounting Standards administration.,Leads approximately 170 staff and oversees OAGM’s $11.5 million FY 2026 budget, excluding staffing costs.

Leads IT modernization; supports human capital, facilities, performance management, recognition, and business operations.,Assists the Director with hiring, recruitment, retention, succession, and workforce continuity; coordinates CMS staffing, training, and certifications; strengthens acquisition workforce and COR oversight through resources, forums, and best practices.