Contract Specialist
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Syracuse, NY - USA
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Job Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a CONTRACT SPECIALIST Position Description Number Tand is part of the 224 ADG National Guard.
This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.
10-point compensable disabled veterans will be considered above nonveterans preference for grade GS-9 and above in the GS-1102 occupation.
As a Contract Specialist GSyou will ensure successful market research acquisition planning contract award contract performance management and interpretation of contract law in order to provide the best most efficient contracting strategies in support of the organizations vision mission goals and objectives.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a two year trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
- Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
- The incumbent must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
- The incumbent must meet the continuing acquisition education training and experience requirements IAW DoDI 5000.66.
- In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act 1978 incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
- The incumbent must obtain and maintain secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
- All personnel selected must meet certification requirements DAWIA Level I Professional certification within 36 months of placement in the 1102 series.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience in positions supporting competencies in business finance risk management project management or supply chain management. Experience must include competencies such as skill in collecting and analyzing data and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and other professional competencies in procurement administration or purchase card management.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have one year of contracting experience at the GS-11 level. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: (1) Performing acquisition planning including market research and knowledge of a wide variety of contracting methods that satisfy mission needs and meet customer requirements (2) Advising Contracting Officer Representatives and advising customers on procurement preparation and development of contractually acceptable specifications work statements and quality assurance criteria (3) Reviewing procurement requests to assure clarity adequacy and completeness and (4) Reviewing contract terms and technical specifications to identify any special requirements.
Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)
Priority Placement Program DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
Priority Placement Program DoD Retained Grade
Applicants claiming DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation:
Retained Grade PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD3145-1)
SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status and
A copy of the notification letter received (RIF or classification downgrade)
Minimum education requirement a Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
You must provide Official Transcripts as documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register Selective Service System : Selective Service System ()).
Additional Conditions of Employment:
This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for or in response to a state of emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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