Bill Overview
Title: Homeland Security Acquisition Professional Career Program Act
Description: This bill establishes in the Department of Homeland Security an acquisition professional career program to develop a cadre of acquisition professionals. The Management Directorate shall administer the program, including carrying out recruitment efforts and providing specialized acquisition training.
Sponsors: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals involved or impacted by the DHS acquisition professional program
Estimated Size: 30000
- The bill pertains to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), affecting employees within this department, especially in acquisition roles.
- It establishes a career program, which will directly impact those who are part of or recruited into the acquisition professional program.
- Indirect impacts may include improvement in acquisition processes due to better-trained professionals, affecting stakeholders and vendors working with DHS.
- The US federal workforce involved in acquisition management or interested in transitioning into this field will be specifically targeted.
Reasoning
- The DHS Acquisition Professional Career Program is likely to have a direct and major impact on individuals working within the DHS and those aspiring to join acquisition roles. It offers specialized training opportunities that can significantly improve job performance and career prospects for participants.
- While the budget constraints suggest that only a limited number of individuals can directly benefit each year, the program also indirectly benefits supervisors, coworkers, vendors, and the broader public through more efficient and effective acquisition processes.
- Given the policy's focus, the size of the population directly impacted is estimated to be modest initially but highly specific, including DHS staff and potential recruits such as university graduates looking to enter government service.
- We include a range of personas, from someone who is directly involved and benefits from the training, to a vendor who might see process improvement, to an unrelated individual who does not perceive any impact flowing from improved acquisition processes.
Simulated Interviews
Acquisition Officer at DHS (Washington, D.C.)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am very excited about the program, as it provides a structured pathway for career development.
- The training will help me improve my skills and potentially lead to promotions.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
DHS Vendor Manager (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The program might improve procurement processes which can lead to more timely contract approvals.
- Our company could indirectly benefit from smoother interactions with DHS acquisition officers.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Graduate Student in Public Administration (Boston, MA)
Age: 24 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This program opens up potential career paths for me in the federal government.
- I would like to apply to this program after finishing my degree.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Logistics Coordinator for Government Contracts (San Antonio, TX)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- While my role isn't directly affected, improved acquisition efficiency could make my job a bit easier.
- I don't expect major changes but better coordination would be nice.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Policy Analyst (New York, NY)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Interested in the outcomes of such programs and how they impact federal efficiency overall.
- While I am not directly affected, I see the potential for system improvement.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Job Seeker in Federal Jobs (Chicago, IL)
Age: 23 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This program could potentially be an opportunity for someone like me who is looking for a foothold in federal acquisition roles.
- I plan to learn more about how I can apply.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
Public Safety Official (Seattle, WA)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Better acquisition processes might help collaboration and efficiency in my joint projects with DHS.
- It seems more related to procurement but could still have some positive effects.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
IT Consultant for Government Contracts (Houston, TX)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improved acquisition training will likely lead to more streamlined processes which could benefit contract dealings.
- I expect less friction in technological upgrades and purchases.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Retired DHS Officer (Miami, FL)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think this program is a great opportunity for new entrants and current officers to sharpen their skills.
- While retired, I believe improved training processes always benefit organizations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Contract Lawyer (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 36 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improved acquisition processes might reduce contractual delays and improve client satisfaction.
- This program could eventually make some of my work easier as processes improve incrementally.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $12000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $15000000)
Year 2: $12000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $15000000)
Year 3: $12000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $15000000)
Year 5: $12000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $15000000)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The potential improvement in acquisition processes may lead to cost-savings indirectly over time, although not immediately quantifiable.
- The training program could foster a more skilled acquisition workforce, improving federal procurement efficiency.