Supervisory Contract Specialist

INTRODUCTION: The incumbent works under the supervision of the Army Geospatial Center Contracting Chief. Serve as Senior Contracting Officer with the ability to hold an unlimited warrant. Serve as a GS14 Branch Chief, supervising and guiding a team of contract specialists in the full spectrum of acquisition activities, including planning, solicitation, award, and administration. Develop and implement acquisition strategies to meet mission objectives while ensuring compliance with acquisition regulations and agency policies. Provide leadership through mentoring, training, and performance management. Collaborate with stakeholders to address procurement challenges, resolve problems, and deliver mission-critical results efficiently and effectively.

POSITION: Supervisory, Contract Specialist, GS-1102-14

DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT/DUTIES: The position serves as a supervisor, contracting officer and contracting specialist for significant and complex program performance of acquisition planning, execution and contract management.

• Contract Management: 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. Manages the procurement of all types of supplies and services and research and development.
  
• Supervision: Develops acquisition strategies through the AGC Directorate and assigns work to team. Serves as the primary Contracting Officer during major contract negotiations. Implements contracting law and ensures staff adheres to policies and procedures. Serves as contracting officer, contract specialist and advisor to project delivery teams. Develops and implements new and innovative contracting approaches and arrangements in geospatial and information technology. Supervisory and managerial responsibilities.

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: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in 1102 series that demonstrates Contract Specialist duties. Specialized experience must include most of the following:

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.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Experience Requirement: The ideal candidate is a Warranted Contracting Officer with experience managing complex projects, and providing sound contracting guidance, advice, and assistance to subordinates, and the Project Delivery Team. The individual must effectively communicate with senior leadership within Contracting and the Army Geospatial Center. Must be able to work independently and with little direct supervision.

Competencies needed for the position:
o Contract Administration
o Leadership
o Decision-Making
o Oral Communication
o Ability to manage a portfolio and a small team. Supervisory experience preferred.
o Ability to manage all phases of the acquisition process executing on-time and on-budget.
o Strong communication and negotiation skills for engaging with a wide range of public and private stakeholders on terms, conditions and price.
o Strong technical skills to perform complex administration required by procurement regulations and proven record of price and cost analysis.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
o One-year probationary period may be required.
o One-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
o This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
o Appointment may be subject to suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Position is designated as Secret security clearance.
o The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
o 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: Resume

• 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.
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives may be authorized (up to 25%).
• 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 11:59 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.

Please note: Locations (City, State): Alexandria, VA or current USACE office

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 show 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.