Lead Contract Specialist

Summary The Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction (OALC) is led by the VA Chief Acquisition Officer (CAO) and is responsible for directing department-wide procurement, acquisition, program management, contract administration, construction, and logistics activities. This office oversees the planning, design, construction, and facilities management of VA real property. The Selectee serves as a Contract Specialist (Team Lead) providing services to the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.205) for this occupation. Duties ***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION OR REMOTE POSITION. YOU MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE RETURN TO OFFICE POLICY AND BE ABLE TO WORK ON SITE AT VA OWN/LEASED SPACE*** The Selectee will work closely and collaborate with program customers throughout VBA at all levels. The position is required to possess significant technical expertise and provide operational training at all levels of the organization. The Contract Specialist is also a subject matter expert in federal acquisition as it is practiced in the Department of Veterans Affairs. Duties include but are not limited to: Monitors work assignments and workload during all phases of the process to ensure objectives are met. Conducts team meetings to update members on workload, best practices, and continuing expectations. Provides quality customer service, including interacting with customers, answering customer inquiries, and effectively handling customer complaints. The incumbent is expected to assist team members with customer services issues, particularly when team members are not able to manage customer complaints or conflicts. Serves as an advisor to management on the full range of all team matters in support of VBA's mission and represents the Office of Procurement Operations supporting VBA as a subject matter expert at meetings, conferences and other forums which may include both public and private sector participants. Reviews and completes requirements related to special studies, projects and/or programs that have VBA wide impact. May serve as Acting Supervisor in absence of supervisor and/or represent leadership's perspective on Department or VBA wide meetings. May represent the supervisor in OIG, GAO meetings and assessments. Conducts technical reviews of contract files in the Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS) to assure all required contract documentation has been completed. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Lead Contract Specialist/ PD38991-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected appli…

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