SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Summary This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for planning the overall approach to meet contracting program objectives for procuring a variety of complex requirements involving highly specialized procurements of significant importance to the Agency. 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. Military spouses Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty. National Guard and reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members. Clarification from the agency This announcement is open to All U.S. Citizens, and is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense. Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612)(NonComp Mil Sp), Appointment of Department of Defense Spouses (NonComp Civ Sp), Priority Placement Program (PPP) Retained Grade Preference (RGP), and PPP Military Reserve and National Guard Technician eligibles may also apply. Duties This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST at the GS-1102-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads a branch of contracting officers and contract specialists, managing workload, monitoring progress, and mentoring junior employees while providing performance feedback to subordinates. Meets regularly with customers to ensure their needs are met, works to improve productivity, prevent fraud, and ensures all contracting actions adhere to regulatory and statutory guidance. Serves as a Contracting Officer with unlimited signatory authority. The programs supported require a diverse type of contract support, distinguished by all contract types, the aggregate value of which is in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Acts as the branch's technical expert on all contractual and business matters, advising on acquisition strategies, contract types, pricing, and ensuring all work complies with statutory and regulatory guidance. Manages all aspects of a contract's life-cycle, including market research, acquisition planning, cost analysis, solicitation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout. Plans and develops innovative contract language, terms, and leads both pre-award and post-award negotiations for acquisitions. Directs the full range of post-award contract actions, such as issuing modifications, negotiating changes, exercising options, and resolving contractor delays or claims. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. Citizen Occasional Travel Work Schedule: Full-time Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized if funds available and with approval from hiring manager Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Required- OGE 450 Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and periodic drug testing thereafter. Overtime/compensatory time may be required to accommodate operational needs of the organization. Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required This is an Acquisition Workforce position in the Contracting functional area. The incumbent will be required to become certified in the Professional tier within 3 years. The incumbent is required to acquire a minimum of 40 continuous learning points (CLPs) every fiscal year a…

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