Contract Specialist (Senior).
Air Force Services Agency, Del Rio, TX, United States
Responsibilities
Serves as Senior Contract Specialist for the Air Force Nonappropriated Fund Procurement Office. Responsible for developing contracting and sourcing strategies; soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding program contracts; overseeing and performing analysis and evaluation of cost or price proposals; administering program contracts to ensure compliance; and providing business solutions to day‑to‑day contractual challenges. Executes and manages overall approach to meet contracting program objectives across multi‑year programs or systems. Procures complex and diversified services, commodities, and architecture & construction. Executes post‑award contract performance management actions. Communicates with industry and command levels through briefings, written correspondence, and personal contact. Acts as business advisor to contracting and program officials, providing guidance and continuous process improvement. Manages all aspects of the contracting process, exercising superior judgment in pre‑solicitation, solicitation, award, and post‑award actions. Leads teams and participates in meetings with key customers, suppliers, and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain policy, resolve problems, and improve contracting strategies. Leads contract specialists managing complex, multi‑year contracts for equipment and services including IT, smart buy programs, marketing, benefits, and various Air Force services.
Requirements
Complete background investigation with favorable results.
U.S. Citizen or Legal U.S. Resident for at least 3 years.
Possess a valid U.S. Passport.
May require CONUS and OCONUS travel for official business.
Eligibility Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. Eligibility determined based on questionnaire. Must provide proof by closing date, 04/13/2026.
Experience
Experience with contracting principles, policies, and procedures related to construction.
Demonstrated leadership as a contracting professional achieving program results across complex organizations.
Experience with business practices and market conditions as applicable.
Experience applying contract price/cost analysis techniques to pre‑award and/or post‑award procurement actions.
Experience leading junior contract specialists.
Desired Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution or at least 24 semester hours in business management topics.
Experience with architecture & construction contracting.
Experience with construction contract administration of multiple solicitations/awards simultaneously.
Experience with all phases of the contracting process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s)
Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and related software.
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
NOTE: Applicants meeting both minimum and highly preferred criteria will be considered best qualified and referred first.
Additional Information
Full compliance with qualification/eligibility/background requirements.
U.S. Citizens and Non‑U.S. Nationals who have resided in U.S. Territory for 3+ consecutive years preceding federal affiliation.
Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 registered for Selective Service.
Direct deposit required.
Must satisfactorily complete E‑Verify.
Probationary period and other pre‑employment requirements may apply.
Payment of PCS costs not authorized.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Selected subject to hiring preferences and priority considerations.
Non‑appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying MWR activities for Air Force and Space Force.
Must provide REAL ID or authorized identity documents.
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Requirements
Complete background investigation with favorable results.
U.S. Citizen or Legal U.S. Resident for at least 3 years.
Possess a valid U.S. Passport.
May require CONUS and OCONUS travel for official business.
Eligibility Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. Eligibility determined based on questionnaire. Must provide proof by closing date, 04/13/2026.
Experience
Experience with contracting principles, policies, and procedures related to construction.
Demonstrated leadership as a contracting professional achieving program results across complex organizations.
Experience with business practices and market conditions as applicable.
Experience applying contract price/cost analysis techniques to pre‑award and/or post‑award procurement actions.
Experience leading junior contract specialists.
Desired Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution or at least 24 semester hours in business management topics.
Experience with architecture & construction contracting.
Experience with construction contract administration of multiple solicitations/awards simultaneously.
Experience with all phases of the contracting process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s)
Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and related software.
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
NOTE: Applicants meeting both minimum and highly preferred criteria will be considered best qualified and referred first.
Additional Information
Full compliance with qualification/eligibility/background requirements.
U.S. Citizens and Non‑U.S. Nationals who have resided in U.S. Territory for 3+ consecutive years preceding federal affiliation.
Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 registered for Selective Service.
Direct deposit required.
Must satisfactorily complete E‑Verify.
Probationary period and other pre‑employment requirements may apply.
Payment of PCS costs not authorized.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Selected subject to hiring preferences and priority considerations.
Non‑appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying MWR activities for Air Force and Space Force.
Must provide REAL ID or authorized identity documents.
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