Acquisition Program Specialist (Budget Liaison)

Summary

Hiring Agency: Patent and Trademark OfficeThis position is in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), Board Operations Division, Administrative Management Branch. PTAB reviews ex parte appeals, reexamination requests, interferences, and proceedings under the America Invents Act. The Administrative Management Branch provides acquisition, budget, finance, and administrative support for PTAB operations.Key Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year.This position serves as the Acquisition Program Specialist.This is your next ideal career move if: You have managed acquisitions and procurement planning for equipment, services, and supplies; monitor organizational needs; plan acquisitions; ensure use of appropriate procurement methods; and coordinate with acquisition officials and other stakeholders to support mission requirements.You have developed and maintained processes to monitor contractor performance related to delivery, cost, and progress; identified potential problems, cost overruns, and funding risks; and initiated corrective actions to improve accountability and contract outcomes.You have advised program officials on acquisition planning and strategy by preparing statements of work and related acquisition documentation, analyzing contractor proposals, and supporting solicitation, negotiation, and contract modification activities.You have managed the planning, preparation, and execution of an organization's budget and operating plan by reviewing and revising budget estimates and justification materials, monitoring obligations, expenditures, and funding trends, and ensuring funds are used in accordance with applicable requirements.You have provided analysis and advice on acquisition and budget matters by reviewing contract processes, purchase orders, and purchase card activity, managing automated procurement systems, recommending process improvements, and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and internal controls.You have served as a liaison and representative on acquisition and budget matters by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, presenting information in meetings and briefings, providing guidance to leadership, and supporting coordination across acquisition, finance, and program operations.Requirements & Education Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Patent and Trademark Office, Department of Commerce.What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.Is this position remote or telework eligible? This position is eligible for telework.What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-10-30.Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Hiring Agency: Patent and Trademark OfficeThis position is in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), Board Operations Division, Administrative Management Branch. PTAB reviews ex parte appeals, reexamination requests, interferences, and proceedings under the America Invents Act. The Administrative Management Branch provides acquisition, budget, finance, and administrative support for PTAB operations.Key Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year.This position serves as the Acquisition Program Specialist.This is your next ideal career move if: You have managed acquisitions and procurement planning for equipment, services, and supplies; monitor organizational needs; plan acquisitions; ensure use of appropriate procurement methods; and coordinate with acquisition officials and other stakeholders to support mission requirements.You have developed and maintained processes to monitor contractor performance related to delivery, cost, and progress; identified potential problems, cost overruns, and funding risks; and initiated corrective actions to improve accountability and contract outcomes.You have advised program officials on acquisition planning and strategy by preparing statements of work and related acquisition documentation, analyzing contractor proposals, and supporting solicitation, negotiation, and contract modification activities.You have managed the planning, preparation, and execution of an organization's budget and operating plan by reviewing and revising budget estimates and justification materials, monitoring obligations, expenditures, and funding trends, and ensuring funds are used in accordance with applicable requirements.You have provided analysis and advice on acquisition and budget matters by reviewing contract processes, purchase orders, and purchase card activity, managing automated procurement systems, recommending process improvements, and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and internal controls.You have served as a liaison and representative on acquisition and budget matters by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, presenting information in meetings and briefings, providing guidance to leadership, and supporting coordination across acquisition, finance, and program operations.Requirements & Education Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Patent and Trademark Office, Department of Commerce.What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.Is this position remote or telework eligible? This position is eligible for telework.What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-10-30.Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.#J-18808-Ljbffr