Inventory Management Specialist (NX) - Houston, TX - Overview Summary This position serves as a Property Manager in the Material Management Division of the Logistics Service at the Michael E. DeBakey VAMC in Houston TX, and supported catchment area, with responsibility for the inventory and lifecycle management of all non-expendable (NX) equipment in the assigned area(s). Conducts short, mid and long-term advanced planning for new and replacement NX assets, utilizing enterprise-wide computerized planning tools. Analyzes data to include projected lifecycle, down time, repair rates, lost workload, cost, depreciation, trade-in value and other factors which impact procurement decisions. Advanced planning requires significant interaction and coordination with service lines, biomedical engineering, and other stakeholders to balance competing priorities including clinical requirements, technological enhancements, and budget constraints. Computes requirements for equipment inventory items. Utilizes a range of well-established and commonly applied inventory principles, standard and non-standard methodologies, and concepts to determine need to intervene in the supply system in response to fluctuations in rates of usage, cost, availability for established suppliers, alternative sources of supply and other similar conditions. Work Schedule: 7:30AM - 4:00PM; 8:00AM - 4:30PM; ALTERNATE WORK SCHEDULE AVAILABLE Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Inventory Management Specialist (NX)/03267-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Duties - Participates in VISN and facility strategic planning to support major and minor construction projects, activation of new facilities, and reuse of existing space involving multi-million dollar projects. - Develops and supports the creation of acquisition strategies and standardization initiatives to acquire and purchase high-tech, high-cost medical devices, surgical equipment devices and major classes of materials, displaying familiarity with contracting laws and regulations with industry practices. Supports customers and acquisition personnel in developing requirements, utilizing mandatory sources and standardization of sources. Exercises Ordering Officer Authority in determining best value and contract sourcing. - Conducts data/information analysis for acquisition planning associated with materials and/or capital equipment. Assists customers in the creation of Performance Work Statements for equipment procurement. Researches alternative sources for equipment procurement. Independently determines the best purchasing and payment method to utilize; i.e. purchase card order, contract document, etc. Decisions regarding procurement methods are made in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR) for competition and formal advertisement. - Analyzes and advises the customer on equipment purchase recommendations utilizing the "best value" approach, which may include criteria such as special features of the supply or service that are required in effective program performance that is not provided by a comparable supply or service; trade-in considerations; probable life of the item selected as compared with that of a comparable item; warranty considerations; maintenance availability; past performance; and environmental and energy efficiency considerations. Conducts market research on product pricing and performance. Identifies equipment items that offer the greatest potential for standardization. - Reviews and reports back to Fiscal on listings of delinquent payments and receipts of equipment purchase orders. Corresponds with procurement officials, vendors, project engineers and other stakeholders to resolve issues, such as inspections, installation, training and deployment of equipment. Supports other elements of the organization and performs other duties as assigned. - $57,777 $75,112 Job Details Application Open Date 4/25/2018 Application Close Date 5/1/2018 Organization Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Who May Apply None Status None - Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at - . Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the - site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members. For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the - document. If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an - . - Qualifications - To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/01/2018. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-9 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-7. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: - Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-7 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: . KNOWLEDGE OF APPLICABLE VA MANUALS, HANDBOOKS, INFORMATION LETTERS, FEDERAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS, FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATIONS, VA ACQUISITIONS, VA DIRECTIVES AND OPERATING GUIDELINES TO ENSURE PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED AND ESTABLISHED IN KEEPING WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE POSITION.OR, - Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or successful completion of two (2) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or a LL.B. or J.D., if related, obtained in an accredited college or university. The degree must be directly related to this position. OR, - Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond Combination of Experience and Education. 1 year of specialized experience required. (Note: Only graduate education beyond 1 full year is creditable when combining experience and education at this grade level.) TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Knowledge of applicable VA Manuals, Handbooks, informational Letters, Federal Property Management Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations, VA Acquisitions, VA Directives and Operating guidelines to ensure procedures are followed and established in keeping with current regulations governing the position. Knowledge and skills in operating the VA automated computer system (IFCAP, GIP, VISTA, AMES/MERS and Excel) used to account for inventories, so that input is correct and ouput from the computer can be reviewed, analyzed and revised as necessary. Ability to interact and communicated effectively, skillfully and appropriately with all levels of facility staff, and visitors, vendors, etc. both orally and in writing. Ability to plan and organize work using own initiative, establish priorities, organize multiple tasks, meet deadlines and use independent judgment with attention to detail. Ability to set up and maintain automated Equipment Inventory schedules and bar-coding equipment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: - Physical Requirements: Light Lifting (15 lbs and under); Light Carrying (15 lbs and under Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (up to 3 hours); Standing (up to 3 hours); Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; Hearing (aid permitted); mental and emotional stability. - Benefits - How To Apply - All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/01/2018 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10197775. - To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. 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