CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will provide strategic weapons and strategic weapons system support to the fleet and other designated activities, and to perform other such functions and tasks as may be directed by higher authority. You will evaluate contractor performance for compliance with terms and conditions of contracts and ensures timely submission of technical progress reports and performance metrics. You will assist with the administration of all contractual aspects of support services and goods to meet system acquisition program. You will prepare letters, memoranda, documents, or reports that support service agreements, contractual actions, or recommendations. You will assist to determine the appropriate method of procurement (e.g., simplified acquisitions or negotiation) using a wide range of contracting methods and contract types. You will assist with CONUS / OCONUS market research / analysis to determine availability of the requirement; analyze market trends, commercial practices, conditions and technological advances. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications NH-II : You must meet the Basic Education Requirements of the Department of Defense Qualification Standard for Contracting positions : A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. Applicant must meet the following Department of Defense qualification requirements for 1102 contracting positions : And the title 10 requirements found here : Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Applicants must meet the following Basic Education Requirement of the Department of Defense Qualification Standard for Contracting Positions : A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. NOTE : The education requirement listed above applies only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel 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 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent) 1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement. Applicants currently in the Contingency Contracting Force are also exempt from meeting this requirement. Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project. The NH-2 broadband level encompasses positions equivalent to GS-5 - GS-11. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment and Relocation) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information : The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at : Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.