OAA-Solicitation_2015.pdf

SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-621-15-000028

ISSUANCE DATE: June 2, 2015

CLOSING DATE: This is an open and continuous solicitation and will remain open until May 31, 2016 at 5:00pm local time in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

POSITION TITLE: Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist

MARKET VALUE: GS-13 Equivalent ($73,115 - $95,048 per annum) plus allowances, as applicable. The final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based on the successful candidate’s salary history, work experience and educational background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Six (6) months, with an option to extend for up to an additional six (6) months

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Third Country Nationals

SECURITY ACCESS LEVEL: Employment Authorization

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Office Director/Supervisory Contracting Officer

SUPERVISORY CONTROL: Minimum. Incumbent is expected to act independently with little direction.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

SENIOR ACQUISITION AND ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST

I. BACKGROUND:

This position is a six months intermittent PSC as a part of the surge capacity needs of the USAID/Tanzania Mission. The position is located in the Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA), USAID/Tanzania. USAID/Tanzania executes programs and projects of a critical and highly specialized nature. The primary purpose of this position is to provide A&A support to USAID/Tanzania programs in four technical areas – Economic Growth and Natural Resource Management; Democracy and Governance; Food, Disaster and Humanitarian Assistance; and Population, Health, Nutrition and Education. This work includes support on all aspects of contract management relating to and affecting USAID assistance programs in Tanzania, including project planning, project design, implementation, and evaluation of programs. The A&A Specialist (the personal services contractor, or PSC) reports directly to the Supervisory Contracting Officer while working as a part of a team in overall support of the Mission.

This position will execute and administer procurements in support of assigned USAID/Tanzania technical sector programs. The PSC will be responsible for planning, developing, soliciting, negotiating, managing, and advising on procurement and contract management in relation to the Mission’s assistance programs.

The PSC will participate in “cradle to grave” actions – from and project design through negotiation, administration and close-out. The PSC will develop and execute plans for procurement and provide contract management support to achieve program objectives.

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II. BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

The incumbent serves as a Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist in the Office of Acquisition & Assistance (OAA), USAID/Tanzania. The PSC is responsible for all pre-award and post-award functions involving highly complex negotiated procurements of significant importance to the Mission. The work includes support on all aspects of contract management relating to and affecting USAID assistance programs in Tanzania, including procurement planning, activity design, solicitation, negotiation, award and implementation of programs. The PSC is also responsible for training local-hire Acquisition and Assistance Specialists in OAA. The A&A Specialist reports directly to the Office Director/ Supervisory Contracting Officer.

The PSC will provide contracting support to assigned technical programs within the Mission’s overall portfolio. These technical offices currently include: Population, Health, Nutrition and Education; Economic Growth and Natural Resource Management, Food, Disaster and Humanitarian Assistance; and Democracy and Governance. The PSC will also serve as an Acquisition and Assistance resource for the Office of Acquisition and Assistance providing training and mentoring to staff members.

III. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A) The Specialist provides professional-level procurement planning advice and guidance to USAID/Tanzania

Technical Offices, Development Objective (DO) Teams, and designated clients, including procurement policy, and procedures in the design and implementation of Mission activities. The Specialist coordinates the development of procurement objectives for assigned portfolios in terms of potential implementing organizations/partners, competitive issues, and socioeconomic issues, and identifies and constructs appropriate contract and/or grant instruments. Negotiations with client offices in the Mission are to ensure acquisition plans are current, have appropriate milestones, and that related schedules are adequate. (10%)

B) The Specialist reviews GLAAS Requisitions (REQs) entered into GLAAS requesting acquisition/assistance for major and complex programs/projects/activities and/or services. Analyzes requirements, and determines instrument selection or procurement approach, if SOWs or other program descriptions are complete, and if the request meets FAR, ADS, AIDAR, and/or other Mission, Agency, or USG policies. The Specialist ensures that necessary Mission clearances have been obtained, and that waivers and other supporting documentation are complete. The Specialist recommends revisions regarding SOWs, budgets, clarification of terms, reporting requirements, and any special conditions, and ensures that required performance indicators are developed and included in the initial Request for Proposal or Request for Application; develops solicitation documentation in accordance with all appropriate regulations, selects and includes correct required clauses, and transmits solicitations for proposal using Internet-based technology; responds to offeror questions during the proposal submission phase; and, determines the need for, and prepares, clarifying amendments, as required, for solicitation documents. As necessary, the Specialist holds pre-bid or consultative meetings with partners to fully explain Agency and counterpart needs, and to discuss solicitation documents. The Specialist applies a high degree of judgment and analysis when deciding among and between competing and often conflicting regulations and objectives, where the activities involved include multi-million-dollar issues, often with significant political and/or legal implications (30%)

C) The Specialist evaluates applications and offers for responsiveness to particular solicitations, and documents the relative strengths and deficiencies of each proposal. The Specialist guides DO Teams in the practice of 'best value' selection, and in performance-based technical approaches; and obtains reports and references, ensuring that past performance of the offeror is relevant and of a high quality. The Specialist ensures that offerors have adequate management, accounting, personnel, and procurement systems, and appropriate corporate leadership, resources, and quality control systems to satisfactorily carry out contracts. The Specialist requests audit reports or pre-award surveys from the Office of the Inspector General, and/or the Defense Contract Audit Agency, and obtains clearance from the Department of Labor and/or the Small Business Administration on a variety of EEO and workplace issues; analyzes cost proposals and technical scores from technical evaluation committees; and, based on the analysis, establishes the competitive range and presents documentation for signature to the Contracting Officer. The Specialist performs analysis of cost issues, considering economic conditions and factors of material, labor, and transportation costs; examines cost and pricing data submitted by offerors, to substantiate direct and indirect costs and profit; determines reasonableness of costs submitted; ensures data provided is consistent with all USAID requirements on eligible geographic sources, and that salary structures are consistent with Agency policy; and, identifies circumstances that may require a waiver. The Specialist coordinates issues of technical weakness and excessive cost with the DO Teams prior to commencement of negotiation. Clarifies, and, as necessary, instructs the members of the Team, host-country counterparts, and other Mission staff on the USAID procurement process. The Specialist designs the negotiation strategy, identifies areas subject to negotiation, and consults with technical specialists concerning data submitted by offerors; and, conducts extensive negotiations on cost and technical issues prior to contract award, presenting USAID issues of concern, and persuading offerors to upgrade technical deficiencies and reduce costs where appropriate. The Specialist requests submission of Revised Final Proposal, and prepares appropriate contract or grant instruments for award; coordinates the last stages of selection with the DO Teams and technical evaluation committee(s);

negotiates and awards grants and cooperative agreements with US-based and indigenous PVOs and NGOs, colleges and universities, and other non-profit organizations; analyzes transactions to ensure compliance with Agency cost-sharing and registration policies, as well as local laws governing status; coordinates contracting activities with other government agencies, frequently negotiating and drafting interagency agreements;

presents award decisions of ultimate contractor/recipient to the Contracting Officer, with all the appropriate supporting documentation, including the development of appropriate performance indicators, in conjunction with the DO Teams; organizes and conducts orientation meetings with the selected contractors, to ensure that mobilization efforts will be conducted efficiently, and that all terms and conditions of procurement instruments are clear and well-understood by all parties; and, provides debriefings to unsuccessful offerors (30%)

D) The Specialist monitors contractor performance in relation to the completion schedule required by the contract or assistance instrument; ensures timely submission of technical progress reports, making periodic visits to contractor work sites, and representing OAA Team at performance-related meetings held by the Mission;

assists the Mission to develop appropriate indicators for work plans and contract documents; ensures contractor is fully compliant with performance standards contained in the Contract, and seeks corrective action in cases of non-compliance; expedites Change Orders or revisions when circumstances require; and, issues ‘show cause' or ‘cure notices,’ and/or recommends termination of contracts for default or for convenience, and negotiates termination settlements. (10%)

E) The Specialist analyzes, and takes action to resolve, audit findings, such as cost items questioned or unresolved; supports recommendations with detailed analysis of each cost, category, or element as necessary; prepares necessary documents to resolve all aspects of audits, questioned or ineligible costs, and accounting issues; and, presents documentation to the Contracting Officer for signature. The Specialist reviews completed (after full performance) contract files to determine that all contractual actions are satisfied, and that there are no pending administrative actions to be resolved; ensures that all file documents are signed, that there are no litigation actions pending, and that the contract is complete in every respect and ready to be closed; and, ensures that contracts nearing annual anniversaries or final completion have a completed performance report from the COR/AOR, and submits reports to the Contractor for comment (10%)

F) The Specialist provides guidance and mentoring to junior-level staff, trainees, procurement technicians, and file clerks on basic principles of Federal and USAID acquisition, general procurement management, procurement policy direction, new/changed procurement policies, etc., as required (5%)

G) As required, the Specialist may be called upon to provide information and advice to the Contracting Officer and/or his/her designee on critical procurement issues, or on the effect of new or revised USG or host-country requirements. The Specialist attends key Mission meetings on behalf of the OAA/Team, as assigned (5%)

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:

A. Knowledge Required by the Position

The position requires either: knowledge of contracting principles, laws, regulations and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts for major development, testing, and/or production, or mastery of a procurement functional area sufficient to provide expert technical leadership, staff coordination, and consultation including responsibility for formulating guidelines, implementing new developments, and providing policy interpretation. Familiarity with business strategy and program or technical requirements is required sufficient to perform or direct in-depth evaluations of the financial and technical capabilities, or the performance, of the contractor.

Guidelines Policies and precedents are available but stated in general terms or are of limited use. Extensive searches of a wide range of regulations and policy circulars are frequently required. The PSC uses experienced judgment and initiative in applying principles underlying guidelines, in deviating from traditional techniques, or in researching trends and patterns to develop new approaches, criteria, or proposed policies.

Complexity The work is characterized by breadth of planning, review, and coordination or depth of problem identification and analysis, stemming from the variety of the procurement functions or from unknowns, changes, or conflicts inherent to the issues. Work involves varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods which cover the full range of contracting and assistance activities in the assigned functional area(s) or contract reviews which reveal trends and common problems.

Decisions involve responsiveness to continuing changes in programs or technological developments.

Procurements typically require new or modified contract terms and conditions, funding arrangements, or policy interpretation throughout the pre-award and post award phases. The PSC develops data and recommends or initiates action to resolve a variety of problems under different award instruments such as contract awards and awards under assistance. Actions include factors not routinely encountered.

Determining what needs to be done includes analysis of alternatives, adaptation, or modification of procedures, or resolution of incomplete or conflicting technical or contractor data.

Scope and Effect The purpose of the work is to provide expertise as a specialist in a functional area of contracts and grants/cooperative agreements by furnishing advisory, planning, or reviewing services on specific problems, projects, or programs. The work affects a wide range of procurement and assistance activities such as the operation of procurement programs in various locations, the accomplishment of significant procurement of technical program goals, or the economic position of contractors or on their respective areas.

All actions of the Senior Acquisition and Agreement Specialist will be subject to review and final approval of the responsible Contracting/Agreement Officer or his/her designee.

Available Guidelines: Reference and guidance materials to be used by the Contractor in performing the duties shall include, but not be limited to the following:

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) AID Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) OMB Circulars A&A Policy Directives (AAPDs) Contract Information Bulletins (CIBs) Procurement Executive Bulletin (PEB) USAID Automated Directive System

Exercise of Judgment The Contractor must exercise sound and independent judgment in interpreting and applying acquisition and assistance regulations in the course of carrying out the assigned duties.

Authority to Make Commitments The incumbent will not have the authority to sign A&A instruments or other documents that require a warrant, or the authority to make legal determinations that have the effect of binding the Government.

Personal Contacts The Contractor establishes and maintains solid working relationships with all level of Mission personnel and personal contacts include a variety of specialists, managers, officials, or groups from outside the agency in a moderately unstructured setting where the purpose and extent of each contact is usually different, and the role and authority of each party is identified and developed during the course of the contact.

Purpose of Contacts Contacts are to obtain agreement on previously determined goals and objectives through negotiation, persuasion, and advocacy. The individuals or groups may be uncooperative, have different negotiation objectives, or represent divergent interests.

Interpersonal Skills The Contractor must exercise discretion and tact in a variety of stressful situations and when dealing with personnel to resolve challenges that arise during the course of the work, for which there often is not a clear solution. Team work within OAA and between technical offices is essential for overall success of Mission operations. Additionally, the Contractor must possess skills in mentoring and training junior staff members. The Contractor should also be able to explain acquisition and assistance procedures and share best practices with staff members.

Time Required to Perform Full Range of Duties The Contractor is expected to be an expert in the field of acquisition and assistance procedures.

Physical Demands The work is sedentary.

Work Environment The work is performed in an office setting.

IV. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS/SUPERVISION:

The incumbent will be supervised by the Supervisory Contracting/Agreement Officer and/or Deputy Contracting/Agreement Officer.

The Supervisory Contracting Officer sets the overall objectives of the work as well as the available resources. The PSC, in consultation with the Supervisory Contracting Officer, develops specific objectives and priorities. The PSC independently plans and carries out the work, selecting the approaches and techniques to be used, and informs the supervisor of progress and significant problems. Work is evaluated on the degree to which program and regulatory requirements are met.

V. QUALIFICATIONS AND SELECTION CRITERIA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

In order to be considered for the position, a candidate must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below.

Consideration and selection will be based on a panel evaluation of the Evaluation Factors. Additionally, interviews and writing samples may be requested only from the top scoring candidates. Please note that not all applicants will be interviewed or contacted. USAID will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews unless expenses are pre-authorized. Reference checks may be conducted on those candidates selected for an interview. The applicant’s references must be able to provide substantive information about his/her past performance and abilities. Applicants are required to write a brief cover letter to demonstrate how prior experience and/or training addresses the Minimum Qualifications and Evaluation Factors listed below.

Cover Letter (should note date of availability to begin assignment in Tanzania) Resume/ Curriculum Vita (CV)

Optional Form for Federal Employment (OF 612) Copy of Procurement Management Certification Program, FAC-C Certification or equivalent provided along with copies of relevant course certificates 3-5 References with contact information provided Ability to obtain U.S. government employment authorization, in accordance with USAID hiring policy.

Satisfactory verification of academic credentials.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

The following factors will be the basis for the evaluation of all applications. All applications will be evaluated based on the documentation submitted with the application. Applicants are required to provide a cover letter addressing how they meet the requirements of each criterion below and submit three to five professional references with complete contact information. Candidates will be evaluated and ranked based on the following selection criteria:

1. Education: (15 points)

A Bachelor's degree and 24 business credit hours in a relevant major listed below, is desired. However, relevant, extensive work experience, if demonstrably successful, may be substituted or be given appropriate consideration.

Relevant majors are business administration, public administration, law, banking, international affairs, procurement and contracting or finance with an emphasis on commerce, trade, and materials management.

Completion of courses leading to the Federal Acquisition Certification – Contracting (FAC-C) (or its predecessor PMCP) is highly desirable.

2. Prior Work Experience: (30 points)

Seven to ten years of progressively responsible professional experience in acquisition and assistance functions. Demonstrated prior experience and ability to exercise independent judgment in the full range of responsibilities: procurement planning, solicitation, analysis and evaluation of proposals, negotiation and award of acquisition and assistance instruments, cost and price analysis, administration, termination, negotiation of changes, execution of options, investigation and resolution of contractor delays, contractor performance appraisal, subcontractor surveillance and disposition of claims.

Experience that demonstrates pre-award negotiation skills and experience in making formal presentations and in post award administration. At least three years of experience working on acquisition and assistance actions overseas with international with international organizations is required.

Experience in mentoring, training new hires, leading teams and supervisory skills, is desired.

3. Job Knowledge: (35 points)

Demonstrated knowledge of federal contracting and assistance principles, laws, statutes, Executive Orders, regulations and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts, grants and cooperative agreements for a variety of specialized equipment, services, and/or construction, or to conduct studies of problem areas and develop standard methods and operating procedures.

Knowledge of the following is preferred:

- Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

- USAID Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR)

- Contract Information Bulletins (CIBS) / Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives (AAPDs)

- Office of Procurement Administrative Memoranda (OPAMS)

- USAID Automated Directive System (ADS)

- Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular

- Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) as appropriate to USAID

Familiarity with business practices and market conditions applicable to program and technical requirements is required sufficient to evaluate such actions as bid responsiveness, contractor responsibility, and/or contractor performance.

Demonstrated knowledge of team management strategies, mentoring and knowledge transfer to provide training for junior staff members.

4. Skills and Abilities: (20 points)

Must be able to work independently in a highly demanding environment and capable of handling tasks with varying deadlines. The ability to plan, organize and manage complex negotiations and meetings is very important. Strong organizational skills; ability to work independently with little supervision; ability to work calmly, tactfully and effectively under pressure and to demonstrate extreme flexibility to manage more than one activity at a time is essential.

Demonstrated ability to work collegially with technical officers, peers, and supervisors with good interpersonal skills and past performance in working effectively in a team environment is required. S/he must be able to adhere to high standards of professional conduct and to maintain strict confidentiality and high ethical standards relating to all areas of acquisition and assistance.

Demonstrated ability to lead team(s) and provide strategic advice on highly complex, time sensitive procurements. Must be able to communicate complex and difficult policy and programmatic issues understandable by knowledgeable laypersons without oversimplifying and be able to transfer knowledge/mentor other team members.

Proven ability in the following: negotiation, issuance of fixed-price contracts, issuance of cost reimbursement contracts, issuance of special-purpose contracts and agreements, business evaluations, administration, termination and award and administration of grants and cooperative agreements.

Demonstrated skills in managerial and coordinative activities sufficient to conduct a variety of contractual actions occurring concurrently, is essential.

Demonstrated excellence in oral communication in English and strong writing skills. Proving ability to evaluate, and interpret policy directives and regulations, produce technical documents and to effectively communicate to internal and external stakeholders and produce technical documents is required.

Proficiency in standard operating and application software (Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook) is required.

TOTAL POINTS: 100

VI. SELECTION FACTORS:

(Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)

Applicant is a Third Country National;

Completed and signed Federal Form OF-612 is submitted;

Supplemental documents, especially a resume and/or additional information addressing the Evaluation criteria, is submitted; and

Ability to obtain a security clearance or employment authorization clearance, as provided by USAID.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Interested individuals are requested to submit fully completed and hand-signed copy of an Application for Federal employment (SF-171) or an Optional Application for Federal Employment Form (OF-612), cover letter and a current resume/curriculum vita (CV) containing the following information which clearly demonstrates their education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to the evaluation criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing particular selection criteria:

1. Personal Information: full name, mailing address (with zip code), email address, day and evening phone numbers, social security number, country of citizenship, highest federal civilian grade held (also give job series and dates held);

2. Education: High school, name, city and state, date of diploma of GED; colleges and universities, name, city and state, majors, type and year of any degrees received (if no degree, show total credits earned and indicate whether semester or quarter hours);

3. Work Experience: provide the following information for your paid and non- paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying (do not send job descriptions); job title (includes series and grade if federal job), duties and accomplishments, employer’s name and address, supervisor’s name and phone number, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours per week, salary. Indicate if we may contact your current supervisor;

4. Other Qualifications: Other pertinent information related to the qualifications required for the position, as noted above including job-related training courses (title & year), job-related skills; for example, other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery typing speed, job related certificates and licenses (current only), job related honors, awards, and special accomplishments, for example, publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership, activities, public speaking and performance awards (give dates but do not send documents unless requested).

5. Applicants must provide a minimum of three and a maximum of five references within the last five years of the applicant’s professional life from individuals who are not family members or relatives.

Three references must be from direct supervisors who can provide information regarding the applicant’s knowledge of contracting work. Applicants must provide e-mail addresses and/or working telephone numbers for all references.

6. Date of availability to begin assignment in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Forms are (available at the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or internet http://www.gsa.gov/Portal/gsa/ep/formslibrary.do?formType=ALL or at Federal offices). Applicants should note that the salary history for the purposes of the SF-171 or OF-612 is the base salary paid, excluding benefits and allowances such as housing, travel, educational support, vehicle use, etc.

NOTE: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described in this section. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment.

This office must receive your application prior to the closing date and time specified in this solicitation in order for you to be considered for this position. Please note all applications must be signed – unsigned applications shall NOT be considered. Please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter.

Interested candidates should send above via the internet, facsimile or international mail, to the attention of the addresses indicated below. To ensure that the application is considered for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number and title of position on your application and as the subject line in any cover letter. E-mail applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified in the solicitation.

Address: Procurement Specialist

USAID/Tanzania C/O American Embassy 686 Old Bagamoyo Road Msasani Dar es Salaam, Tanzania E-mail: astrakosha@usaid.gov

VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS AND LOGISTICAL SUPPORT:

The PSC will be entitled to receive the following benefits and allowances:

BENEFITS

Employer’s FICA and Medicare Contribution* Reimbursement toward Health Insurance Annual & Sick Leave

ALLOWANCES: TCNs will be paid allowances in accordance with the Tanzania Mission Order. Details are available on request.

1. Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120)

2. Post differential (Chapter 500)

3. Payment of Per diem

SECURITY AND MEDICAL CLEARANCE: Medical clearances are required of TCNs. An Employment Authorization is required.

OTHER BENEFITS:

A) PSC will be paid per diem during travel status and receive compensatory time for assignment travel to post and for breaks required by VISA renewal.

B) LODGING with breakfast is to be provided at the full service at the cooperating or US Government

Furnished Equipment and Facilities in Dar es Salaam.

C) Bus shuttle services are provided to and from the lodging facility to the US Embassy in the mornings and evenings.

VIII. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSC:

Forms outlined below can be found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/citizen.portal

1. Application for Federal employment (SF-171) or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF- 612)

2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62). *

3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National

4. Security) (SF-86), or *

5. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). *

6. Finger Print Card (FD-258). *

* Forms 2 through 5 shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETIN (CIBs) AND ACQUISITION AND ASSISTANCE POLICY

DIRECTIVES (AAPDS) PERTAINING TO PSCS

AAPDs and CIBs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contract. Those documents can be found at this website:

http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc

Additionally, AIDAR Appendix D can be found at: http://www.usaid.gov/policy/ads/300/aidar.pdf

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX,

CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.

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