Contract Specialist
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DutiesAs a Contract Specialist, you will:Perform reviews of statements of work, contract specifications, and/or requirements for compatibility with procurement laws and work performed by other contract specialists related to acquisition planning efforts.Apply a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to assess and improve effectiveness in the acquisition program and/or manages complex management processes, projects, and systems.Manage the full range of contract management actions required for the execution of assigned acquisition program requirements.Analyze and evaluate cost or price proposals and accounting systems data.Ensure compliance with the provisions of laws, regulations, and policies.Conduct solicitation analysis, negotiation, awarding and administration of groups of contracts.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen or National.This employer participates in the e-Verify program.If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.This position does not support 100% remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 2 days per pay period.You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of entering the position and annually.A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.Must be able to obtain and maintain Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) certification within 24 months of hire.Occasional travel may be required.This position may be in a bargaining unit. QualificationsBASIC REQUIREMENT:A. Applicants must have at least 4-year's experience in contracting or related positions. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower grade level of the position in federal service, as defined under Specialized Experience below.ANDB. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.C. Exceptions: Applicants holding a GS-1102 position in federal service will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupied on January 1, 2000. This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met. However, they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade, unless granted a waiver under Paragraph D.D. Waiver: Applicants may request that the senior procurement executive of DOE, at his or her discretion, waive Paragraph B above. DOE will not approve a waiver for Paragraph A. The senior procurement executive must certify that the applicant possesses significant potential for advancement to levels of greater responsibility and authority, based on demonstrated analytical and decision making capabilities, job performance, and qualifying experience. With respect to each waiver granted under this Paragraph D, the senior procurement executive must document for the record the basis of the waiver. If an individual is placed in a position in DOE on the basis of a waiver, DOE may later reassign that individual to another position at the same grade within DOE without additional waiver action.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the 3 of the following:Performing a range of contract specializations such as negotiation, cost and price analysis, and administration.Applying contracting principles, techniques, and a knowledge of a variety of contract types.Soliciting, awarding and administering contracts with multiple instances.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 3 of the 4 of the following:Reviewing incoming requests for contracts to determine the proper method of acquisition based on the appropriate regulations and policies;Providing guidance in the development of procurement requirements to prepare a solicitation package;Managing the full range of contract management actions required for the execution of assigned acquisition program requirements.Overseeing the planning, preparation and conduct of pre-solicitation, pre-proposal and/or post-award conferences and processes protests. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered well qualified you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EducationThis vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of Ineligible . Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.Additional informationThe U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.EEO Policy: Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Veterans Information: Selective Service Registration: The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at ...@hq.doe.gov. HelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.This position is announced under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Contract Specialist positions in the 1102 series. Under the DHA, applicants who meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement will be referred for consideration. Veteran's Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply under the DHA process.Appointments made under the DHA are processed as new appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b).Successful candidates will possess the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Acquisition StrategyContracting/ProcurementTechnical CompetenceTechnical DocumentationCareer Transition Assistance Programs: If you are eligible for career transition assistance, such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the Education and Qualification requirements to be referred for consideration.Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (09/20/2024) of this announcement.To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click