USAJOBS · 17 hours ago
TITLE 5 CONTRACT SPECIALIST (MI USPFO)
Lansing, Michigan, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$99K/yr - $99K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a TITLE 5 CONTRACT SPECIALIST for the MI USPFO. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure successful market research, acquisition planning, contract award, contract performance management, and interpretation of contract law to provide efficient contracting strategies supporting the organization's vision and goals.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plans the overall approach to meet contracting program objectives for a variety of requirements with multiple complexities
Analyzes difficult/controversial contracting issues, determines, recommends and/or implements course of action which may depart from previous approaches for long-term contract performance or short-term contracts with extremely stringent time frames
Oversees the procurement of a wide variety of services, supplies, construction and architect and engineering
Researches, interprets, analyzes, and applies all regulations, business and industry practices, market trends, Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Comptroller General decisions, public law, case law, and precedents
Executes post-award contract performance management actions on assigned contracts
Appoints Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) within delegated authority and manages the COR program as required
Serves as business advisor to a wide range of customers
Represents the interest of the organization in a professional manner in meetings and various contacts outside the agency on a variety of issues that often are not well defined
May serve as the primary or alternate Government Purchase Card (GPC) Agency/Organization Program Coordinator
Functions as the principal liaison between program participants and the banking institution
May serve as a System Administrator
Provides technical leadership and consultation regarding operation automated acquisition systems
Provides technical and functional guidance to contracting personnel in the use of software, prepares reporting documents, and coordinates the transfer of data between organizations
Qualification
Required
You must meet the following Education requirement to qualify for this position: Minimum education requirement a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a trial period
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
U.S. Citizenship is required
Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies
The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft/vehicle to perform temporary duty assignments
Must have a valid civilian driver's license
May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day
Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise
The incumbent must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position
The incumbent must meet the continuing acquisition education, training and experience requirements IAW DoDI 5000.66
In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually
The incumbent must obtain and maintain secret security clearance
May be required to pass the Contracting Officer Review Board (CORB) and hold a warrant
This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state of emergency or disaster declaration
All personnel selected must meet certification requirements, DAWIA Level I - Professional certification, within 36 months of placement in the 1102 series
Must have one year of contracting experience at the GS-11 level
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: (1) Performing acquisition planning including market research and knowledge of a wide variety of contracting methods that satisfy mission needs and meet customer requirements, (2) Advising Contracting Officer Representatives and advising customers on procurement preparation and development of contractually acceptable specifications, work statements, and quality assurance criteria, (3) Reviewing procurement requests to assure clarity, adequacy, and completeness, and (4) Reviewing contract terms and technical specifications to identify any special requirements
Benefits
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.
Company
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