LEAD Contract Specialist with Security Clearance

Duties Ensures that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services. Coaches the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques; provides advice on work methods, practices and procedures; and assists the team and/or individual members in identifying the parameters. Serves as coach, facilitator and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among team members. Reports to the supervisor periodically on team and individual work accomplishments, problems, progress in mastering tasks and work processes, and individual and team training needs. Estimates and reports to the team on progress in meeting established milestones and deadlines for completion of assignments, projects and tasks. Develops acquisition objectives and milestones to obtain the contracted services within the timeframe demanded for the particular project. Provides advice and guidance to the Program Manager or designee for the contract's structure relating to specific incentive arrangements and Statement of Work requirements. Heads a team that prepares negotiation objectives, participates actively in negotiation procedures, chairs and/or participates in negotiation conferences with senior Government officials. Performs contract management functions in accordance with Federal Acquisition regulations and contractual agreements. Interprets contract agreements for Agency officials and contractors. Ensures required documentation is provided to promptly close out completed contracts. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually thereafter. The position is Non-Critical Sensitive (2) requiring a Secret security clearance or the incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Back To Basics Update: This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for (Contracting Professional-C) certification within 36 months as of entrance on duty. The duties of this position may require occasional temporary duty (TDY) travel. Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights. Qualifications Who 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. ALL CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES MUST ATTACH A CURRENT SF-50 FOR CONSIDERATION. WITHOUT A SF-50, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE. Current Army Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Employee
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
Current DoD Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Employee (non-Army)
Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement
Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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 . You must submit a copy of ALL your transcripts with this application package, which includes your bachelor's transcripts even if you have a Master's degree. Basic Requirement (IOR)for Contract Specialist: Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. (Transcripts must be submitted with conferred date.) OR 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 the basic education requirement listed above, you must also meet the specialized experience requirement listed below: Specialized Experience: In order to qualify for this position, an applicant's resume must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02 (GS-11 equivalent) grade level in the Federal service which includes: 1) Utilizing expert knowledge and interpretation of Federal law, departmental, agency, and local regulations regarding policies and procedures for contracting methodology. 2) Examining and analyzing complex proposals submitted by contractors in connection with initial proposals, contract changes, and final settlements on contracts; 3) Conducting conferences in compliance with regulatory and procedural guidelines; 4) Issuing solicitation notices in compliance with regulatory and procedural guidelines; 5) Advising senior management on key contracting and procurement issues. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (NH-02/GS-11). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Contracting/Procurement
Oral Communication
Planning and Evaluating
Problem Solving This is a DOD Demonstration Project position. Under the Defense Authorization Act, personnel management demonstration programs are operating in numerous Army activities and various other organizations supported by Army civilian personnel centers. Under the streamlined personnel operations for the demonstration projects, the familiar 15 General Schedule grade structure is replaced with broad pay bands that typically encompass a range of grades. For example, acquisition jobs in level NH-III of broad banding encompass the traditional GS-12 through GS-13 grades. Other initiatives under the demonstration projects include simplified job classification, streamlined hiring processes, and expanded developmental opportunities. Acquisition Back To Basics: This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position IAW DODI 5000.66. Selectee must meet position requirements for (Contracting Professional-C) certification within 36 months as of entrance on duty. Education FOREIGN 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: . Basic Education Requirement (IOR) for Contract Specialist: Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. (Official Transcripts must be submitted with conferred date.) You must submit a copy of ALL your transcripts with this application package, which includes your bachelor's transcripts even if you have a Master's degree. Additional information Male 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) (Contracting) Career Field position. (CP-14) Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement . click apply for full job details