SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST

DutiesEffectively manages, guides, and directs the full range of execution and mission responsibilities within the Division while promoting the objectives and goals of the Contracting Division.Leads and evaluates overall performance of subordinates within prescribed timelines, criteria and resulting actions.Performs full range of pre-award and post-award contract administration for services, commodities, construction and architect-engineer acquisitions.Directs, controls and supervises the preparation, negotiation and execution of procurement programs for a wide spectrum of customer requirements, supporting ARNG, ANG, and Joint Staff.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentAppointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.This is a Key Leadership Position (KLP) and selectees must have Contracting - Professional, Program Management - Advanced, or Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) -Advanced certification and meet all other KLP requirements prior to entering the position in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5000.66.The incumbent must be certified at the highest level of the applicable DAWIA functional area and possess eight (8) years of acquisition experience in an acquisition workforce position with at least four (4) years performed while assigned as a CAP.Any deviation from KLP requirements can only be waived by the Service or Component Acquisition Executive as authorized by policy.This critical acquisition position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an unlimited contracting officer’s warrant authority. Must be able to pass the NG Contracting Officer Review Board (CORB) examination as a condition of employment.Unless waived by the appropriate Army official, or if the employee is Grandfathered under 10 U.S.C. 1736 (c) (1), Selectee must be an Acquisition Corps (AC) member at the time of permanent selection for the position or have been granted a waiver.This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP) and requires a 3-year tenure agreement, DD Form 2888 (CAP Service Agreement).This position requires Advanced Contracting Professional certification (Formerly DAWIA Contracting Level 3 certification)Selectee must meet certification requirements for the Contracting Functional Area as a "DoD Contracting Professional" or be able to obtain certification within 36 months of entrance on duty.The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs.Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. QualificationsWho May Apply : Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base / Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998In order to qualify, you must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.Basic Requirement for Procurement Analyst : Degree : Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.Exemption : You are exempt from the education requirements above if (A) you are a current civilian employee in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000; OR (B) you are a current military member who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 on or before September 30, 2000.In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below : Specialized Experience : One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the NH-03 grade level in the Federal service which includes experience serving as a senior level warranted contracting officer in planning and implementing contract policies and procedures; determine methods of procurement and acquisition strategies in compliance with the law, regulations and policies. Experience in awarding variety of regional and / or contract actions which includes pre-award / post award; issuing Request for Proposals, conducting negotiations, conducting technical evaluations, soliciting contract awards and perform contract administration functions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade / level position in the federal service (NH-03).You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas : Contract AwardContract Performance ManagementLeadershipProcurement AnalysisEducationFOREIGN EDUCATION : If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit : . Additional informationMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.One year trial / probationary period may be required.Direct deposit of pay is required.This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.This is a(n) 14 - Contracting and Acquisition Career Field position.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances are NOT authorized.RECRUITMENT / RELOCATION / RETENTION INCENTIVES MAY BE PAID TO THE IDEAL CANDIDATE. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and / or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and / or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.You may claim Military Spouse preference.Military Spouse Preference (MSP) applicants will receive preference consideration and will be placed (if selected) at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined best qualified, up to and including the full performance level.You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants will receive preference consideration at the full-performance grade level only.Only MSP / PPP applicants currently occupying a formal training program position are entitled to exercise their priority status.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must : (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.