Contract Specialist
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Duties As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.The duties and responsibilities for a Contract Specialist generally include, but are not limited to, the following:Coordinate the procurement of complex, high-dollar contracts for products and a broad array of professional services functional areas including Information Technology (IT); automated litigation support; facilities management; finance and audit; Architect-Engineering; construction, and administrative support.Coordinate with various parties in developing acquisition strategies and mapping out strategic changes in unusually complex or politically sensitive contractual situations.Prepare justifications and determinations for approval by senior officials.Assist in strategic planning/organizational performance assessments by participating in agency-wide acquisition task forces, working groups and committees.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a United States Citizen or National.You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.You may be required to complete a one-year probationary or two-year trial period.Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.Must be able to maintain Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) (Professional) certification.Additional selections may be made from this announcement, at any time, if openings occur in other offices serviced by Justice Management Division, HR Operations. QualificationsTo qualify for the position of Contract Specialist at (GS-1102-14), you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below AND possess the required specialized experience specific to this series and grade you're applying to.If you are a current or former government employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level, to meet the time-in-grade requirements for this occupational series and grade. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF50 (please refer to the required documents section for additional information).BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:A. Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting positions, including at least 4-years 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 level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position.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: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy 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.ANDSpecialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or equivalent band in the Federal service, which includes: Serving as an expert in the functional area of procurement; Advising management on complex procurement matters; AND Providing and executing acquisition strategies and contract administration plans.Mandatory Training: You must provide proof of an active Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) (Professional) at the time of application. If the applicant holds a valid/current Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) equivalency Level III contracting certification, then the applicant meets the training requirement. If certification is expired, applicant must provide current transcripts showing the completion of the requirements for the most recent Continuous Learning Points (CLP) period.You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including Time-in-Grade, by the closing date of this announcement, 10/30/2024.Your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.EducationIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, please see the statements below: Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, in order for it to be creditable towards your qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation.All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. Additional informationThe bullets below outline the various groups of applicants that fall under the term status candidates . This vacancy is open to applicants from any of the groups listed below: When you apply you'll have the chance to claim an eligibility pathway, be sure you fully read each statement and any links provided to make sure you know which eligibility you qualify for.See a full list and learn more at USAJOBS, see: What does Status Candidate mean? or Which Jobs am I Eligible to Apply for?CURRENT AND FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: For more information, see USAJOBS Federal Employees.CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMS (CTAP or ICTAP): For more information visit: USAJOBS Career Transition ProgramsVETERANS AND MILITARY SPOUSES: Please see USAJOBS Veterans Preference for more details.SCHEDULE A, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Learn more at USAJOBS - Individuals with Disabilities.General Employment Information:REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Our policy can be found at: DOJ EEO STATEMENT: The U.S. Department of Justice fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce, find our EEO statement online at: SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you were born male, on or 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. Additional information is found at: .This position is excluded from the bargaining unit. Help 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. 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.Once the announcement closes, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted by the HR Specialist. This information will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your eligibility for Federal employment, and then whether you are qualified for this particular position. If a determination is made that you have inflated your responses when compared to your background information, you may be deemed ineligible, or your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your skills and abilities.Additionally, we will review your supporting documents and resume to determine if you are in the Area of Consideration for this vacancy. Government-Wide Merit Promotion vacancies may only accept applications from a limited audience, pay careful attention to the Who May Apply and the Hiring Paths information. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.When addressing the specialized experience statement, applicants must present evidence of the experience in their resume. If the specialized experience statement is repeated, in the applicant's resume, Human Resources will deem the applicant as ineligible.BASIS OF RATING: DOJ's Merit Promotion Procedures will be used to evaluate candidates.Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, and other characteristics):Acquisition Services and AdviceAcquisitions Services and AdviceNegotiates and Administer Contracts for Products and ServicesNegotiates and Administers Contracts for Products and ServicesCareer Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; andSubmit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.