CONTRACT SPECIALIST with Security Clearance
Summary You will serve as a CONTRACT SPECIALIST in the Surface Systems Contracts Division, Contracts Directorate of NAVSEA HQ FIELD SUPPORTDutieso You will be responsible for the procurement of supplies, services, construction, research and development, and major systems using negotiation procedures, the evaluation of contract price proposals, and administration and close out of contracts.
o You will serve as a recognized authority to develop and implement recommendations and solutions to contract problems, risks, and outcomes in the pre-award and post-award procedures.
o You will plan and conduct the contracting process from the description of the requirements through contract delivery, requiring a knowledge of two or more contract functions.
o You will review proposed contractual actions for conformance with regulatory requirements and procurement practices.
o You will negotiate agreements through discussion with a proposed contractor on the price and performance terms, and to set forth all these terms in a procurement document.
o You will resolve disputes and other problems concerning obligations of either the Government or the contractor; and negotiates contract modifications.
o You will evaluate cost and price proposals, contract changes, repricing actions and final contract pricing.
o You will conduct or participate in negotiations on cost and/or price issuesRequirements Conditions of Employmento Must be a US Citizen.
o Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
o Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
o New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification checkTo learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.
govo Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
o Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
o You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final SECRET/SSBI security clearance prior to entrance on dutyFailure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
o This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA)Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.
o This position is a designated Critical Acquisition Position (CAP)You must sign a three-year tenure agreement prior to assuming the position unless a tenure waiver is approved.
o This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sitesYou must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
o You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, within 30 days of appointmentQualifications In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band, NH-03 (GS-13 Equivalent), in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional contract specialist managing contracting functions or activities (e.
gcost/price analysis, negotiations, solicitations, pre and post award processes, procurement, or contractor performance) to ensure compliance with established laws or contract terms and requirementsApplicant must meet the following Department of Defense qualification requirements for 1102 contracting positions:
http:
//www.
secnav.
navy.
mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-1102.
pdf And the title 10 requirements found here:
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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 employmentEducation 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 degreesNOTE:
The education requirement listed above applies only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000Current 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 requirementCurrent 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 requirementApplicants currently in the Contingency Contracting Force are also exempt from meeting this requirementAdditional information This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration ProjectThe NH-4 broadband level encompasses positions equivalent to GS-14 and GS-15Positions may or may not have a control point within bandsIf the position has a control point; thus, the salary range for this position is capped at GS-15, step 05 which is currently equivalent to $185,824If your current salary is above this amount, your salary may be matchedThis position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement ProgramAdditional vacancies may be filled by this announcementA 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 appointmentsFederal annuitant information:
The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitantsPolicy information may be found at:
http:
//www.
secnav.
navy.
mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.
pdf ICTAP Applicants:
To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higherICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application:
1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty locationApplicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidateFor more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ)A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific positionPPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ)To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separationBenefits A career with the U.
Sgovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefitsReview our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offeredHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications aboveIn 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 consideredYour resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this positionTherefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experienceWhen the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcementYou 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:
o ACCOUNTABILITY ADVANCED COST AND/OR PRICE ANALYSIS CONTRACT AWARD PREPARATION AND NEGOTIATION PROBLEM SOLVING You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection processIf selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentationIf 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 qualifiedPlease follow all instructions c Recommended Skills Human Resources Management Accounting Auditing Finance Business Administration Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
o You will serve as a recognized authority to develop and implement recommendations and solutions to contract problems, risks, and outcomes in the pre-award and post-award procedures.
o You will plan and conduct the contracting process from the description of the requirements through contract delivery, requiring a knowledge of two or more contract functions.
o You will review proposed contractual actions for conformance with regulatory requirements and procurement practices.
o You will negotiate agreements through discussion with a proposed contractor on the price and performance terms, and to set forth all these terms in a procurement document.
o You will resolve disputes and other problems concerning obligations of either the Government or the contractor; and negotiates contract modifications.
o You will evaluate cost and price proposals, contract changes, repricing actions and final contract pricing.
o You will conduct or participate in negotiations on cost and/or price issuesRequirements Conditions of Employmento Must be a US Citizen.
o Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
o Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
o New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification checkTo learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.
govo Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
o Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
o You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final SECRET/SSBI security clearance prior to entrance on dutyFailure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
o This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA)Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.
o This position is a designated Critical Acquisition Position (CAP)You must sign a three-year tenure agreement prior to assuming the position unless a tenure waiver is approved.
o This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sitesYou must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
o You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, within 30 days of appointmentQualifications In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band, NH-03 (GS-13 Equivalent), in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional contract specialist managing contracting functions or activities (e.
gcost/price analysis, negotiations, solicitations, pre and post award processes, procurement, or contractor performance) to ensure compliance with established laws or contract terms and requirementsApplicant must meet the following Department of Defense qualification requirements for 1102 contracting positions:
http:
//www.
secnav.
navy.
mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-1102.
pdf And the 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 employmentEducation 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 degreesNOTE:
The education requirement listed above applies only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000Current 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 requirementCurrent 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 requirementApplicants currently in the Contingency Contracting Force are also exempt from meeting this requirementAdditional information This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration ProjectThe NH-4 broadband level encompasses positions equivalent to GS-14 and GS-15Positions may or may not have a control point within bandsIf the position has a control point; thus, the salary range for this position is capped at GS-15, step 05 which is currently equivalent to $185,824If your current salary is above this amount, your salary may be matchedThis position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement ProgramAdditional vacancies may be filled by this announcementA 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 appointmentsFederal annuitant information:
The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitantsPolicy information may be found at:
http:
//www.
secnav.
navy.
mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.
pdf ICTAP Applicants:
To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higherICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application:
1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty locationApplicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidateFor more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ)A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific positionPPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ)To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separationBenefits A career with the U.
Sgovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefitsReview our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offeredHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications aboveIn 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 consideredYour resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this positionTherefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experienceWhen the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcementYou 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:
o ACCOUNTABILITY ADVANCED COST AND/OR PRICE ANALYSIS CONTRACT AWARD PREPARATION AND NEGOTIATION PROBLEM SOLVING You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection processIf selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentationIf 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 qualifiedPlease follow all instructions c Recommended Skills Human Resources Management Accounting Auditing Finance Business Administration Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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