Job summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. 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.

Major duties

You will perform assignments such as simplified acquisitions and administering post award functions such as issuing orders, and completing contract modifications, evaluating performance, and completing contract terminations. You will be responsible for all aspects of the procurement process beginning with identification of requirement through post award of contract. You will independently plan and accomplishes work assignments under general supervision with assistance from higher graded contract specialists for more complex and/or non-routine work assignments. You will provide assistance in the development and review of requirements (Statement of Work, specifications, technical evaluation criteria, source selection plans) and makes recommendations to ensure documents are complete and well defined. You will recommend appropriate method of procurement (full and open competition, sole source) by reviewing previous history, market conditions and/or technical data packages. You will prepare and issues solicitations for a variety of requirements (services and/or supplies), selects appropriate clauses including packaging and delivery requirements or other stipulations. You will serve as the central point of contact for inquiries on assigned procurement actions. You will perform detailed price and cost analysis of proposals received to assess fair and reasonableness and make recommendations to higher graded contract specialists. You will prepare business clearances, participating in negotiations with higher graded contract specialists, and providing recommendations for award. You will coordinate with other Government agencies to obtain wage rate information, request audits and/or pre award survey.

Qualification

To qualify for the NT-04: in addition to the Basic Education Requirements, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-03 (GS-9/10 equivalency) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, awarding, or administering contracts in support of an acquisition program. To qualify for the NT-03: in addition to the Basic Education Requirements, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-02 (GS-5-7 equivalency) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector assisting in soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, awarding, or administering contracts in support of an acquisition program. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: : http://www.secnav.navy.mil/ donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-1102.pdf AND Title 10 requirements found here:http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title10-section1724&num=0&edition=prelim 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 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. NOTE: The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD 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-1102 on or before September 30, 2000, and members of the Contingency Contracting Force are also exempt from meeting this requirement .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 (https://www.ed.gov/). 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.Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows for the NT-04: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR Three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows for the NT-03: Master's or equivalent graduate degree. Two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. LL.B. or J.D., if related.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.