Job summary

You will serve as a SHIPBUILDING SPECIALIST in the LOGISTICS AND ACQUISITION DEPARTMENT, CONTRACTING CUSTOMER SERVICE DIVISION (Code 420) of PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF. SALARY RANGES: GS-11: $75,640 - $98,330 GS-12: $90,662 - $117,856

Major duties

You will perform evaluation, surveillance and monitoring of all repairs, overhauls, modernizations, alterations and conversions of Navy surface ships, submarines, and other vessels. You will plan and coordinate on-site reviews for the evaluation of personnel protection/prevention and safety programs for compliance with appropriate procedures and specifications. You will conduct daily shipboard safety inspections and make on the spot recommendations to correct unsatisfactory or unsafe conditions, reporting findings to the appropriate party. You will utilize the output of various contractor systems and procedures for cost estimating, labor and overhead, budgeting purchasing and resource planning. You will review and evaluate contractor's proposals for the purpose of providing input to and/or negotiating labor and material costs. You will monitor the contractor's cost control systems during contract performance, recommend cost approval or disapproval and participate in negotiations to correct actions. You will develop repair specifications and government estimates in support of various contracts, including Submarine, Surface Ship, Simplified Acquisition Procedures Contracts. You will take positive measures to prevent unauthorized modifications/alterations to any vessels (surface ship, submarine, small vessels and living barges) during availability.

Qualification

For the GS-12: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: experience developing ship modernization or repair specifications and cost estimates; performing surveillance of contractors' ship modernization and repair products and services to ensure compliance with contract and specification requirements; and recommending improvements to contract performance (e.g. labor and material cost control, project schedule adherence). For the GS-11: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: experience developing repair specifications and cost estimates; and performing surveillance of contractors' ship modernization and repair products and services to ensure compliance with contract and specification requirements. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series 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

For the GS-11: Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows: successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or successful completion of three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree; or successful completion of an LL.M. degree that is related to the position being filled; or a combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

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. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: CONTRACT PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT COST AND/OR PRICE ANALYSIS INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE 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. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.