Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) · 5 days ago
Contracting Specialist
Jacksonville Naval Air Station, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expNavy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a Contracting Specialist to provide Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) procurement support to Commander Navy Region Southeast. The role involves facilitating procurement processes, providing acquisition guidance, and acting as an acquisition specialist for various supplies and services.
Military
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides procurement facilitation to program customers, technical and financial specialists, co-workers, and vendors
Provides acquisition guidance and technical support by assisting customers with interpreting procurement policies, reviewing statements of work, solicitations, and contract requirements for supplies and services
Acts as acquisition specialist for requirements from cradle to grave
Receives and analyzes purchase requests and other related documents for accuracy and correctness for a variety of supplies and services unique to CNRSE and FFR needs
Determines best method of procurement, such as formal negotiated contract, purchase order, delivery order, or purchase card. Selects appropriate contract type, contract terms, pricing provisions, applicable contract clauses, and acquisition methods
Conducts negotiations for a wide range of contractual actions. Negotiates with contractors on non-routine problems such as cases where no precedent has been established and when procuring first-time highly technical or complex supplies and equipment
Acts on items and services with urgent priority, assuring that all legal and regulatory requirements are accomplished
Conducts pre-performance conferences and debriefs
Facilitates as a liaison between CNRSE and FFR personnel; and contractors, to educate customers on regulatory directives and policies, clarify contractual and/or technical requirements; and incorporate knowledge on projected requirements to develop adequate sources of procurement
Provides advisory purchasing assistance to CNRSE Headquarters, and FFR personnel pertaining to the resolution of purchasing problems
Participates in assist visits and provides training because of those visit findings
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
May be required to pass pre-employment examinations
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
Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above
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
Transcripts are required to be submitted at time of applying in order to be considered
A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field
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
Incumbent will acquire initial contracting warrant within 90 to 120 days to effectively perform duties of the position
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
Annual Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year (based on percentage earned each pay period) (Must be onboard 90 days before using annual leave - Usage is allowed the first pay period after the 90-day mark is achieved)
Sick Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year (based on percentage earned each pay period)
Paid Holidays - 11 Per Year
Medical (vision included) and Dental Insurance
NAF Retirement Plan
401K Savings Investment Plan with employer match up to 3%
Long Term Disability Plan
Basic life insurance with optional life and spouse/dependent coverage
Medical savings account (FSA)
Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants, Discounted Tickets and Travel options and shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange!
Company
Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
OUR VISION: Deliver dynamic, innovative, and integrated programs and services that inspire Sailors and Navy families to thrive throughout their military life cycle.
Jacksonville, Florida, US
51-200 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase