Contract Specialist, GS-1102-5/7/9/11 Target 12 (22508)
US Army Corps of EngineersAnnouncement Type
Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
Position Type
Permanent
USACE Organization
Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (HNC)
Locations (City, State)
Redstone Arsenal, AL
Position Overview/Duties
We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals to fill developmental/entry-level Contract Specialist positions at the GS-05, GS-07, GS-09, GS-11 level, with potential
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promotion to the full performance GS-12 level based on continuous satisfactory performance and successful completion of training requirements.
In this role, you will assist Senior Contract Specialists in various aspects of federal contracting, including requirements definition, market research, solicitation preparation, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, contract award, and contract administration.
You will receive both classroom and on-the-job training, along with practical experience, to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform as a Contract Specialist and to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Huntsville Engineering and Support Center's mission.
You will work in a Project Delivery Team alongside other professionals from Project Management, Engineering, Resource Management, and Office of Counsel to execute projects providing critical support to our service members.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills and a desire to learn and grow professionally within the field of federal contracting.
Join our team and contribute to the vital mission of the Huntsville Engineering and Support Center.
For the full performance GS-12 level: Duties include but are not limited to:
• Procure supplies and services using appropriate contracting methods and procedures.
• Determine and implement appropriate acquisition strategies.
• Prepare solicitation, negotiation, award, and contract modification documentation.
• Interpret and apply acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures to resolve contracting issues, ensure compliance, and make sound business decisions.
• Administer contracts from award through contract closeout.
Other Conditions And Requirements
• This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Multiple positions may be filled from this opening.
Qualifications Requirements: To qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. This education and/or experience must be described/reflected in your resume and/or transcripts.
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.
Minimum Education Requirement for 1102 Series: Please refer to the Office of Personnel Management website at the following links for information regarding basic qualification requirements. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/contracting-series-1102/
Basic Requirements: (qualifying for the GS-5):
Completion of Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution with a major in any field.
Exemption: You are exempt from the education requirement 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.
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