Summary
You will serve as a CONTRACTING SPECIALIST in the CONTRACTS DEPT of NAVUNSEAWARCENDIV KEYPORT WA.
Duties
You will serve as a contract specialist responsible for pre-award and post-award functions (including all formal advertising and negotiation activities) for a variety of supply and service contracts in support of the NUWC Division Keyport.
You will be responsible for a variety of contracts that require different specialized terms and conditions, sometimes requiring the generation of unique language specific to a procurement.
You will oversee contracts related to supplies, services, and technical equipment that range from standard items to complex cost reimbursement, time and material, labor hour, and incentive type contracts.
You will review requirements packages and recommend and/or determine the most appropriate method of procurement and prepare pertinent solicitation documents and justifications.
You will be responsible for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
You will utilize the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Navy/Marine Corps Acquisition Regulation Supplement (NMCARS), and Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).
Education
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 degrees. NOTE: The education requirement listed above applies only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current 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 requirement. Current 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 requirement. The following education may be substituted for specialized experience at the GS-09: A master's or equivalent graduate degree. OR Two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR LL.B. or J.D. degree that is related to the position being filled. OR A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience. My percentage of the required education plus my percentage of the required experience equal one hundred percent. The following education may be substituted for specialized experience at the GS-07: One full year of graduate level education. OR A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement. OR A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience. The percentage of the required education plus the percentage of the required experience equal one hundred percent.
How you will be evaluated
In 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 considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork CUSTOMER SERVICE WRITTEN COMMUNICATION ORAL COMMUNICATION CONTRACT AWARD This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: USA Hire and Structured Resume Review. The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.