Contract Specialist

at  US Army Contracting Command

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE GS-11:

Specialized Experience required for GS-11: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Evaluating purchase requests to ensure appropriate funding; and 2) Reviewing contracts for accuracy and conformity to policy and law; and 3) Monitoring contractor performance to ensure they are in compliance with project requirements. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
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Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as accounting, business, finance, law, contracting, purchasing, economics or organization and management.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE GS-12:

Specialized Experience required for GS-12: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Conducting negotiation of contract prices, terms and conditions on behalf of the organization; and 2) Issuing solicitations to communicate contract requirements to potential contractors; and 3) Implementing contractual regulatory guidance for the procurement of goods and services. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

ALL APPLICANTS (INCLUDING CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES) ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD OFFICIAL/UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS (OR COPY THEREOF) WHEN APPLYING TO POSITIONS WITH POSITIVE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS OR WHEN INTENDING TO QUALIFY THEMSELVES BASED IN WHOLE OR PART ON EDUCATION. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS (OFFICIAL/UNOFFICIAL) MUST INCLUDE NAME OF APPLICANT, NAME OF COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY, TYPE OF DEGREE, DISCIPLINE, AND DATE DEGREE AWARDED.

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/24/2024 to receive consideration

• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12552670).
• Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
• It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
• Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help

• Perform pre and post-award contracting functions in the development, justification, coordination, and completion of a large number and variety of procurement transactions from time of receipt to award, administration, and close out.
• Provide guidance in the development of the statement of work and data requirements.
• Provide guidance for acquisition planning functions for specific requirements coordinating with customers, legal and contracting personnel.
• Formulate the contracting approach to be taken that will best satisfy the requirement in compliance with socioeconomic programs.
• Interpret contract provisions for contractors and agency officials to negotiate contract modifications.