USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Lead Contracting Specialist
Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$25/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Contracting Specialist to support the CNRSE Regional Business Office. The incumbent will lead a team of contracting specialists, directing contracting strategies and managing a portfolio of contracts essential to the success of CNRSE Programs.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leads a team of at least five (5) contracting specialists and one (1) procurement technician
Effectively communicates CNRSE strategic plan, mission, vision, and values to the team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Assigns tasks and deadlines to the team, providing clear direction and support as needed
Guides team members on work methods, practices, and procedures, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
Provides training and facilitates team-building activities to enhance productivity and cohesion. Organizes Supply/Service NAF training for the team, ensuring proficiency in relevant areas
Manages workload distribution among team members, making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines and objectives
Monitors work progress, ensuring compliance with instructions and meeting established deadlines
Works with and assists the Supervisory Contract Specialist in coaching, facilitating, negotiating with, and coordinating staff initiatives as well as helping to resolve conflicts. Helps coach team in problem-solving methods and techniques, providing guidance on work practices and procedures
Maintains program and administrative materials, interpreting and relaying policies and procedures to the team
Prepares reports and maintains records of work accomplishments, keeping the Supervisory Contract Specialist informed of progress
Represents the team and liaises with the Supervisory Contract Specialist to secure necessary resources
Reports periodically to the Supervisory Contract Specialist on work accomplishments, progress, and training needs
Estimates and reports on progress toward established milestones and deadlines, involving the team in goal setting
Provides input and makes recommendations to the Supervisory Contracting for individual awards, rewards, and recognition for contracting team members annual performance review and as appropriate throughout the year
Identifies procurement savings opportunities, develops plans, and executes major procurement actions
Provides expert advice on procurement procedures and contract administration
Reviews contracting documents for completeness and accuracy throughout the procurement process
Prepares and evaluates solicitations, negotiates offers, and awards contracts for CNRSE N9 NAF programs
Reviews Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Awards for accuracy prior to legal review
Qualification
Required
A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field. (Degree must show conferred date and degree earned)
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
Must have at least one (1) year comprehensive knowledge and experience implementing the policies and procedures of contracting in relation to procurement
Knowledge of NAF and appropriated fund procurement operations, policies, and procedures
Knowledge and professional understanding of the competitive basis for all NAF contracting and a clear understanding of the contract process associated with NAF procurement
Knowledge and understanding of the importance of the requirements of the contract process and their relationships to each other, beginning with a purchase request through the solicitation, evaluation, award, delivery, and payment for the specific goods or services purchased
Must have the ability to independently resolve complex issues resulting in the completion of a purchase
Knowledge and professional understanding of the competitive basis for all NAF contracting and a clear understanding of the contract process associated with NAF procurement
Knowledge and application of Federal statutes, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) procurement/contracting regulations as well as various industry practices, publications, and trends
Knowledge and application of automated financial management systems and on-line computer programs
Experience and skill in the use of a computer including automated systems (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, spreadsheets, databases, etc.)
Experience and skill in analyzing/evaluating records, reports, regulations, and other relevant materials pertaining to procurement/contracting, and in preparing reports
Experience and skill in conducting subject matter related training
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation
Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check
You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9
A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles
Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Incumbent required to obtain contracting warrant within 90 to 120 days of hire date
Incumbent must reside within a 50-mile radius of NAS Jacksonville, FL (32212) at time of applying
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.)
Stability of Federal Civilian Service
People with passion for doing work that matters
Quality of Work Life Balance
Company
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