Human Resource Services Center
National Capital RegionServicing OSD, Defense Agencies & DoD Field Activities
Defense Threat Reduction Agency
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Human Resource Services CenterNational Capital RegionServicing OSD, Defense Agencies & DoD Field Activities Defense Threat Reduction Agency Job Opportunity Announcement |
Submission of a resume MUST be in accordance with the instructions contained in our job kit. The job kit can be accessed via our web site at http://persec.whs.mil/hrsc/instruct.html or call 703-601-2289 or 1-866-205-4975 to have a copy faxed or mailed to you. Please note that in accordance with the job kit, ONLY ONE RESUME is accepted into the database. Updates are accepted only with the provisions outlined in the job kit.
| Comments: | THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS AMENDED TO REFLECT
THAT REFERRAL LISTS WILL BE ISSUED EVERY
30 DAYS FROM WHEN THE ANNOUNCEMENT
OPENED UNTIL CLOSING DATE. This
announcement is amended to change the
Qualification Requirements. This is an
Acquistion Postition, Career Category:
Contracting. Incumbent may be required
to work overtime. This announcement will
be used to fill multiple vacancies. |
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| Position: | Contract Specialist |
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| Agency: |
Defense Threat Reduction Agency |
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| Organization: |
Business Directorate; Contract Division |
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| Duty Station: |
Fort Belvoir, Virginia |
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| Who may Apply: |
All U.S. Citizens |
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| Duties: |
The incumbent performs market research/analysis to determine
availability of the requirements; analyzes market trends,
commercial practices, conditions and technologies advances;
and selects appropriate contracting techniques and
procedures to solve any acquisitions problems. Analyzes
difficult contracting issues and determines recommended
course of action. Reviews procurement request for adequacy
and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and
procedural requirements and consistency with current market
practices and conditions. Determines appropriate method of
procurements (e.g. sealed bidding or negotiation) using a
wide range of contracting methods and contract types.
Evaluates contractor performance for compliance with terms
and conditions of contracts and ensures timely submissions
of technical progress reports and metrics. Provides advice,
guidance and assistance to installation technical or program
personnel, sale representatives, local suppliers, functional
commanders and/or contractors on acquisition and business
related issues. |
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Qualification Requirements: |
You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower grade level that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position shown above. Examples of creditable specialized experience include: GS-09 – Experience using contracting methods and contract
types sufficient to perform pre-award and post-award
functions when the contract actions are well defined and
with precedents. Experience with contract negotiating
techniques and contract price analysis/cost analysis
techniques to perform basic analysis for firm fixed-price or
simple cost type contracts. Education may be substituted for
specialized experience. Qualifying education includes 2 full
academic years of progressively higher level graduate
education or masters or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B.
or J.D. GS-11 – Experience evaluating offer acceptability,
contractor responsibility, and/or contractor performance, to
determine acquisition strategy and sources. Experience
working with a wide range of contracting methods and
contract types sufficient to perform pre-award, post-award,
and price/cost analysis functions. Education may be
substituted for specialized experience. Qualifying education
includes 3 full academic years of progressively higher level
graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
GS-12 – Experience with contract cost analysis techniques
sufficient to prepare detailed analysis on individual
elements of cost and profit for a variety of pre-award
and/or post-ward procurement actions. Experience with
cutting edge acquisition reform initiates such as
performance based contracting, award term contracting,
advanced source selection procedures, and evaluation of past
performance. GS-13 Extensive experience with commercial
business practices and market conditions to evaluate offer
acceptability, contractor responsibility, and/or contractor
performance, and to determine acquisition strategy and
sources. Experience with contract administration sufficient
to monitor the agency’s largest dollar value and most active
contracts, which includes all contact types. FOR ALL GRADE
LEVELS: In accordance with Section 824 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for FY2002, Public Law 107-107,
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-DOD APPLICANTS (including
reinstatement eligibles) AND DOD EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE NEVER
HELD A GS-1102 POSITION IN DOD ON OR AFTER OCTOBER1, 2000
must have received a baccalaureate (or higher) degree from
an accredited educational institution AND at least 24
semester credit hours (or the equivalent), either included
in the accredited degree program or as supplemental course,
in any of the following disciplines: accounting, business
finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial
management, marketing, quantitative methods, and/or
organization and management. CURRENT DOD EMPLOYEES WHO HELD
A GS-1102 POSITION IN DOD ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 30, 2000
are EXCLUDED from the above educational requirements.
However, all applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized
experience that is directly related to the duties this
position and has equipped them with the particular
knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the
duties of this position. To be creditable, specialized
experience must have been at least equivalent to the next
lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the
occupation in the organization. Knowledges, skills, and abilities are those that demonstrate performance of the duties and responsibilities as outlined above.
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Basis for Rating: |
If you possess the qualifications described above, you will be rated by an automated referral system which matches the competencies extracted from your resume to the competencies identified by the Selecting Official for the position. You should refer to the HRSC Civilian Job Kit http://persec.whs.mil/hrsc/empinfo.html for assistance in developing a complete resume. The HRSC will not accept separate KSA statements. Your score will be based on how the information in your resume describes the level of your training, experience, and education.Examples: At the GS-09 level: experience and knowledge of contract
price analysis/cost analysis techniques sufficient to
perform basic analysis for firm fixed-price or simpler cost
type contracts, when historical pricing data is applicable.
At the GS-11 level: In-depth knowledge and experience of
commercial business practices and market conditions to
evaluate offer acceptability, contract acceptability, and/or
contractor performance, and to determine acquisition
strategy resources. At the GS-12 level: Experience in the
use of negotiation techniques and technical requirements
sufficient to procure complex and/or diversified supplies,
services, and/or constructions in a rapid manner to meet
tight mission deadlines. At the GS-13 level: Comprehensive
experience in contract administration sufficient to monitors
the agency largest dollar value and most active contracts,
which includes all contract types.
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Contact Information: |
Questions regarding this announcement or your application may be directed to the HRSC Employment Information Center, which can be reached at 703-604-6219 or via FAXBACK at 703-601-2289 or 1-866-205-4975
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Standard Requirements: |
This position may be filled through means other than the
competitive promotion process. This may include reassignments
or repromotion of qualified eligibles. Time in Grade and qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. (Does not apply to competitive examining). All qualified reassignment applicants within the stated area of consideration will be referred for selection consideration. Provide all of the required information. The application will not be considered unless all required documents are submitted with the application. Selection for this position is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense Referral System for Displaced Employees. Applications will be accepted from eligible handicapped applicants and from disabled veterans who are in receipt of compensation at the rate of 30% or more. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration prior to appointment. Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after appointment. The basis for rating is an automated system that searches the applicant database for skills identified through a documented job analysis. Current or former displaced employees applying for this vacancy who are eligible for consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must submit proof of eligibility, as described in this vacancy announcement, to receive priority consideration for those vacancies within their commuting area for which they are well-qualified. [See Below*]
Applications must be received by the closing date of this announcement. All status candidates who wish to be considered under both merit promotion and competitive procedures must indicate this on their resume, or self-nomination certificate (see WHS NCR HRSC Job Kit). If you are selected for this position you will be required to provide documentation verifying your eligibility/status. If selected for Federal employment, you will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Upon reporting, and on an annual basis thereafter, the selectee may be required to file one or more financial statements and/or a procurement integrity certification. These certifications may be subject to public disclosure.
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Other Requirements: |
This position is designated noncritical sensitive as defined
in DoD 5200.2-R and therefore requires that a personnel
security investigation be adjudicated for security eligibility on a
preappointment basis. This requirement may take 90 days or longer
to process. Incumbent is required to file an annual financial statement. All tentative selectees for this position will be required to undergo a urinalysis test to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter. Management has the prerogative to select at any grade level. This recruitment provides promotion opportunity to the target position without further competition when selectee is eligible and recommended by management. However, promotion is not guaranteed and no promise of a promotion is implied. If qualified based on education, applicant must provide official transcript. Permanent change of station funds will be authorized. DAWIA Career Field/Position Category: Contracting Selectee must meet Contracting Officer and/or Acquisition Corps requirements or have an approved waiver prior to placement in this position. All candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements will be considered -- candidates will not be screened out if they do not meet Contracting Officer and/or Acquisition Corps requirements. Selection for this position is contingent upon proof of U.S. citizenship. If qualified based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript by the closing date of this announcement. An official transcript must be submitted prior to appointment. Qualifications will be evaluated based on a comparison of the essential job requirements against the quality and extent of the information reflected in the applicant's resume. This position is subject to the DoD Drug Free Workplace Program. The selectee must test negative for the presence of illegal drugs before placement in the position, and will be subject to random drug testing thereafter. If a determination of the use of illegal drugs is confirmed in this position or other testing designated positions in OSD or WHS, non-selection or disciplinary action, up to and including removal from Federal service, may result. All tentative selectees for this position will be required to undergo a urinalysis test to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter. A Security clearance and a favorable suitability determination are required before appointment. Misconduct in prior employment, criminal, dishonest conduct, habitual use of intoxicating beverages, abuse of narcotics, drugs or other controlled substances, or reasonable doubt of loyalty to the United States are examples of reasons an offer of employment may be denied. This requirement may take 90 days or longer to process
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You are encouraged to apply on-line using the HRSC website http://persec.whs.mil/hrsc/empinfo.html. This site provides access to the HRSC Job Kit, which explains how to submit your resume electronically. In addition, this website can also be used to view current vacancies, submit self-nominations, check receipt and edit an existing resume. Hardcopies may be submitted; however, they must be formatted in accordance with the guidelines stated in the Job Kit. Failure to follow the guidelines will result in the resume being rejected. Faxed applications will not be accepted.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at 703-604-6219 or TTY 703-601-2310.