Contract Specialist
US Army Corps of Engineers, Alexandria, VA, United States
Position Overview/Duties
Announcement Type : TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
Position Type : Permanent
USACE Organization : Army Geospatial Center (AGC)
Locations (City, State) : Alexandria, VA
Position : Contract Specialist, GS-1102-13
DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT/DUTIES : The incumbent works under the supervision of the Army Geospatial Chief of Contracting Chief and/or Branch Chief for the Army Geospatial Center. Serves as Senior Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer and Negotiator for acquisition planning, execution and contract administration for all types of contracts, operation and maintenance, research and development, and other procurement army supporting geospatial and IT systems. Duties include performing all necessary acquisition functions in accordance with FAR, DFARS, AFARS, and all other applicable regulations and policies.
Acquisition planning: Develops complete acquisition packages and implements long‑term and short‑term acquisition strategies. Provides expert guidance for procurement documents and coordinates all acquisition planning materials. Establishes procurement objectives focused on competition and pricing, while designing the contractual framework with relevant policies and conditions. Collaborates with technical staff to ensure solicitations lead to technically sound contracts that meet customer needs. Advises personnel and project managers in acquisition meetings, exploring innovative contracting methods to achieve program goals. Assists in drafting performance work statements, statements of work, source selection documents, and all solicitation materials. Organizes pre‑proposal conferences with industry representatives to clarify requirements.
Acquisition Execution: Prepares and issues solicitations, requests for proposals, Justifications and Approvals, and negotiates terms, conditions, and pricing. Conducts price and cost analyses, formulating negotiation strategies based on technical assessments. Acts as the Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer and Government representative during complex contract negotiations that significantly impact AGC. Effectively leads discussions between the Government, requiring activities, and support elements to establish a unified position or agreement.
Contract Administration: Manages complex administration in compliance with procurement regulations, oversees contract administration services by other agencies, executes necessary contractual modifications, and ensures contract performance meets delivery requirements. Conducts contract closeout processes in the contract writing system and electronic database, including executing de‑obligations, coordinating with agencies to verify audit rates, and completing required closeout documentation for release.
Other Conditions and Requirements This job opportunity is open to
CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY .
This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for noncompetitive placements, to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not‑to‑exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.
Applicability / Area of Consideration This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Who May Apply US Citizens
Period of Assignment Permanent
Applicant Qualifications Basic Requirement
(Note: you must attach a copy of your transcripts): Must submit a copy of your transcripts and DAWIA Contracting Certification. Required to fill out an OGE‑450 upon hire.
Experience Requirement Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑12 level in 1102 series that demonstrates Contract Specialist duties. Specialized experience must include most of the following:
Ability to manage all phases of the acquisition process executing on‑time and on‑budget.
Strong communication and negotiation skills for engaging with a wide range of public and private stakeholders on terms, conditions, and price.
Strong technical skills to perform complex administration required by procurement regulations and proven record of price and cost analysis.
Competencies Needed for the Position
Contract Administration
Decision‑Making
Oral Communication
Ability to manage all phases of the acquisition process executing on‑time and on‑budget.
Strong communication and negotiation skills for engaging with a wide range of public and private stakeholders on terms, conditions, and price.
Strong technical skills to perform complex administration required by procurement regulations and proven record of price and cost analysis.
Conditions of Employment
One‑year probationary period may be required.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
Appointment may be subject to suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Position is designated as Secret security clearance.
The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
The incumbent of this position must be a registered professional and hold a DAWIA certification in Contracting.
Other Essential Information
Applicants must upload the following documents to the application.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date.
This position may be eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
This is a(n) CP‑14 - Contracting.
Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
Point of Contact For this announcement is Sally Williams at 703‑428‑7303 or sally.m.williams@usace.army.mil.
Your Resume
Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that shows you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor.
To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).
Qualifications – Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.
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Position Type : Permanent
USACE Organization : Army Geospatial Center (AGC)
Locations (City, State) : Alexandria, VA
Position : Contract Specialist, GS-1102-13
DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT/DUTIES : The incumbent works under the supervision of the Army Geospatial Chief of Contracting Chief and/or Branch Chief for the Army Geospatial Center. Serves as Senior Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer and Negotiator for acquisition planning, execution and contract administration for all types of contracts, operation and maintenance, research and development, and other procurement army supporting geospatial and IT systems. Duties include performing all necessary acquisition functions in accordance with FAR, DFARS, AFARS, and all other applicable regulations and policies.
Acquisition planning: Develops complete acquisition packages and implements long‑term and short‑term acquisition strategies. Provides expert guidance for procurement documents and coordinates all acquisition planning materials. Establishes procurement objectives focused on competition and pricing, while designing the contractual framework with relevant policies and conditions. Collaborates with technical staff to ensure solicitations lead to technically sound contracts that meet customer needs. Advises personnel and project managers in acquisition meetings, exploring innovative contracting methods to achieve program goals. Assists in drafting performance work statements, statements of work, source selection documents, and all solicitation materials. Organizes pre‑proposal conferences with industry representatives to clarify requirements.
Acquisition Execution: Prepares and issues solicitations, requests for proposals, Justifications and Approvals, and negotiates terms, conditions, and pricing. Conducts price and cost analyses, formulating negotiation strategies based on technical assessments. Acts as the Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer and Government representative during complex contract negotiations that significantly impact AGC. Effectively leads discussions between the Government, requiring activities, and support elements to establish a unified position or agreement.
Contract Administration: Manages complex administration in compliance with procurement regulations, oversees contract administration services by other agencies, executes necessary contractual modifications, and ensures contract performance meets delivery requirements. Conducts contract closeout processes in the contract writing system and electronic database, including executing de‑obligations, coordinating with agencies to verify audit rates, and completing required closeout documentation for release.
Other Conditions and Requirements This job opportunity is open to
CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY .
This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for noncompetitive placements, to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not‑to‑exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.
Applicability / Area of Consideration This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Who May Apply US Citizens
Period of Assignment Permanent
Applicant Qualifications Basic Requirement
(Note: you must attach a copy of your transcripts): Must submit a copy of your transcripts and DAWIA Contracting Certification. Required to fill out an OGE‑450 upon hire.
Experience Requirement Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑12 level in 1102 series that demonstrates Contract Specialist duties. Specialized experience must include most of the following:
Ability to manage all phases of the acquisition process executing on‑time and on‑budget.
Strong communication and negotiation skills for engaging with a wide range of public and private stakeholders on terms, conditions, and price.
Strong technical skills to perform complex administration required by procurement regulations and proven record of price and cost analysis.
Competencies Needed for the Position
Contract Administration
Decision‑Making
Oral Communication
Ability to manage all phases of the acquisition process executing on‑time and on‑budget.
Strong communication and negotiation skills for engaging with a wide range of public and private stakeholders on terms, conditions, and price.
Strong technical skills to perform complex administration required by procurement regulations and proven record of price and cost analysis.
Conditions of Employment
One‑year probationary period may be required.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
Appointment may be subject to suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Position is designated as Secret security clearance.
The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
The incumbent of this position must be a registered professional and hold a DAWIA certification in Contracting.
Other Essential Information
Applicants must upload the following documents to the application.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date.
This position may be eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
This is a(n) CP‑14 - Contracting.
Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
Point of Contact For this announcement is Sally Williams at 703‑428‑7303 or sally.m.williams@usace.army.mil.
Your Resume
Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that shows you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor.
To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).
Qualifications – Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.
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