CONTRACT SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Performs pre-award functions for procurements involving complex studies, services of various types, including professional and advisory and assistance services, commodities, equipment, IT, other commercial items, construction, and A-E with a varying number of contractors, using the full range of contract types. Performs the full range of contract administration actions to include issuance of modifications, incorporation of changes, exercise of options, investigation and resolution of contractor or Government delays, and similar matters. Serves as an advisor to project/technical personnel in contract planning meetings. Analyzes and evaluates cost and pricing data elements to determine price reasonableness for a variety of acquisitions with limited precedent data available. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty (i.e. evenings, weekends, holidays) Incumbent is required to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report11 pursuant to the Title I of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, as amended (The "Act"), 5 USC App 10 I Et Seq. Employee may be required to obtain a Contracting Officer's Warrant and must be able to meet the requirements stated in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements necessary to obtain a Contracting Officer's Warrant Employee may be required to work overtime Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance May perform other duties as assigned Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage and Fact Sheet Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the basic requirements defined in 10 United States Code (USC).This standard implements requirements contained in Title 10, United States Code, Sections 1723 through 1733, as amended by Section 861(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92) and implemented on a policy exception basis by Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment memorandum, Exception to 24 Semester Hours Requirement for Contracting Positions, effective and dated August 2, 2020. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. NOTE: The following three exemption to the basic education requirements above apply to DoD civilian employees or Service members who: 1. Served as a contracting officer with authority to award or administer in excess of the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) on or before 30 September 2000; OR 2. Served, on or before 30 September 2000, in a position as either an employee in the GS-1102 series or as a member of the Armed Forces in a similar occupation specialty; OR 3. Are an enlisted member of the Contingency Contracting Force (CCF). This exemption only applies to CCF members in their current or future CCF positions. The Bachelor's degree exemption does not apply to current CCF members seeking New Hire employment within DoD as a 1102. IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENT ABOVE, YOU MUST ALSO MEET THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH 02, or equivalent to the next to lower grade GS 11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the full range of federal, DOD, and Any contracting laws, executive orders, regulations, principles, policies, procedures, methods, techniques, and contract types applicable to pre-award and post-award actions for a variety of complex, multi- million dollar, centrally managed programs, construction and A-E, services, and commodities; ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, make appropriate recommendations, and prepare compliant and sound contract documentation; knowledge of and the ability to conduct the procurement source selection process utilizing subjective tradeoff processes. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Expert knowledge of the full range of federal, DOD, and Anny contracting laws, executive orders, regulations, principles, policies, procedures, methods, techniques, and contract types applicable to pre-award and post-award actions for a variety of complex, multi million dollar, centrally managed programs, construction and A-E, services, and commodities. Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, make appropriate recommendations, and prepare compliant and sound contract documentation. Knowledge of and the ability to conduct the procurement source selection process utilizing subjective tradeoff processes. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to plan organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and negotiate effectively and professionally. Ability to obtain and/or negotiate contract agreements and procurement policies in support of the National Guard mission, with comprehensive working knowledge and extensive experience in the development and negotiation of multi-million-dollar contracts within the DoD systems. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD F

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