Supervisory Contract Specialist
Location: New Castle Delaware
Description: Department of the Army is currently seeking to employ Supervisory Contract Specialist right now, this occupation will be placed in Delaware. Further informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States and one of the nation's longest-enduring institutions. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your States and your community!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT :
T he Delaware National Guard is an Equal Oppo! rtunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consid! eration without regard to political, religious, or labor organization affiliation or non-affiliation, marital status, race, color, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying physical challenges (applicable only to competitive appointments) or any other factor not job related.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED :
Th is is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. The selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. For enlistment/appointment information, call 1-800-GO GUARD ( Army ) or 1-800-TO-GO-ANG ( Air ).
This is a Dual Status Excepted Service Technician Non-Bargaini! ng Unit position in the Delaware Army National Guard. Open to all those eligible to become a member of the Delaware Army National Guard.
This position is located in the Purchasing & Contracting Division of the US Property & Fiscal Office (USP&FO). The incumbent serves as the Chief of the Purchasing and Contracting Division, which requires extensive and thorough knowledge of acquisition functions and techniques. Provides supervision and direction to all assigned personnel and manages procurement and acquisition programs for the National Guard (NG).
P osition Description (PD) Number: D1090000
Open Areas of Consideration: I & II
DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION :
AREA I - All currently active members of the Delaware Army National Guard.
AREA II - All current or prior service members who are eligible for membership in the Delaware Army National Guard.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
T! ravel for training may be required. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No KEY RE! QUIREMENTS
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must be willing to become a member of the National Guard.
The wear of the military uniform is required.
A formal technical school may be required.
A pre-placement physical/examination is required for employment. DUTIES:
(A complete position description is on file in the HRO.)
Serves as Chief Contracting Division, responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and managing all activities of the division. The incumbent is the key state official and principal advisor to the United States Property and Fiscal Officer, the Adjutant General, and staff on all aspects of the Federal contracting process for the ARNG and ANG for the entire state. As the highest level warranted Contracting Officer in the state, exercises Level III contracting authority with an unlimited warrant. Establishes local program policies, procedures, and controls (in accordance with Federal and agency acquisition regulation! s, executive orders, departmental policies, procedures, directives, security regulations, socioeconomic policies, legal precedents, and awarded contracts) and provides policy guidance and advice to subordinate personnel in accomplishing complex short and long-term acquisitions to ensure uniform application, compliance, and interpretation with applicable regulations and policies. Develops long range and short range acquisition plans, including ARNG and ANG design and construction programs that include multi-million dollar, multi-year military construction (MILCON) programs, considering ARNG and ANG master plans, operational trends, forecasting requirements, manpower, and other requirements. The position involves contacts with contractor officials as well as with internal agency specialists and external agency specialists to monitor, evaluate, and resolve matters of contractor performance management and progress.
Performs a variety of supervisory functions to include! assigning work to subordinates (dual and non-dual status, Active Guard! Reserve (AGR), and traditional drill status members). Sets priorities and deadlines, develops standards and evaluates performance of subordinate employees. Recommends awards and changes in position classification to higher-level managers. Reviews developmental needs of employees and makes decisions as to training required. Approves leave and ensures adequate coverage. Applies equal opportunity principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions.
As a contracting officer with an unlimited contracting officerÂ's warrant (Level III certification), contracts for supplies, services, construction, and A & E services for the state Army and Air National Guard on behalf of the United States. Serves as a project manager with responsibility to coordinate with engineers, auditors, cost accountants, attorneys, industrial security specialists, transportation specialists, cost analysts, and scientists in the negotiation and settlement of actions involvi! ng significant government and contractor program obligations. Some contracts lack precedence and require originality in design and creativity in structure, involve large dollar amounts, and extend over several years. Determines clarity and adequacy of business strategy, adequacy of contractual pricing actions, the fairness and reasonableness of negotiation objectives and achievements, and the appropriateness of contractual terms and conditions utilized. Certifies contracts legally obligating the government. Conducts post-award conferences; ensures work performed by contractors meets the requirements of the contract; approves progress schedules, progress payments and other submittals. Negotiates changes in contract requirements and/or adjustments in contract price or terms and enforces administrative requirements specified in the contract, including safety, equal opportunity, and insurance. Performs cost and price analyses on proposals that involve contract changes, indirect! rates, and settlement. Executes settlement agreements on change orders! ; excuses the contractor from performing any requirements of the contract when justified; renders decisions under Â"disputeÂ" or Â"terminationÂ" clauses of the contract; analyzes claims and negotiates final settlements; and closes out contracts.
Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
The basic qualification requirements are indicated below. These requirements must be met in addition to all military requirements and selective placement factors indicated in order to be considered qualified for this position.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
A. A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
WITH
B. At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. (This requirement can be obtain! ed within the degree or in addition to the degree.)
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C. The Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) dictates specific education, training requirements, knowledge and experience factors for Acquisition Corps Officers and individuals holding Contracting Officer psoitions above the simplified acquisition threshold must meet certain criteria. Groupings of education, training and experience standards provide the framework for progression in a career field and are used for the purpose of characterizing an acquisition officer's qualifications within a given career field. If applicants have not completed all the training required for their current position, they may not be considered as candidates to fill the vacant position on a promotion basis. If prevented from completing mandatory courses, this certification must be met within 24 months of selection. The three career levels are:
Level I : Basic or Entry level positions at the G! S-05 to GS-09.
Level II: Intermediate or "Journeyman" l! evel positions, GS-09 to GS-12.
Level III: Advanced or Senior level positions, GS-13 and above.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Thirty-six (36) months of specialized experience must include the following KSAs: (Each KSA should be addressed separately in writing as it applies to the duties and responsibilities listed above.)
a. Skills in Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) qualification requirements. Must be Level II certified.
b. Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) procedures, rules and regulations.
c. Skills in planning, organizing, directing, controlling and reviewing the full spectrum of complex purchasing and contracting operations and resources.
d. Ability to assure all required services and materials are acquired for the organization, which are in the accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and delegated authorities.
e. Ability to provide direct supervision to ! all acquisition personnel, up to contract specialists at the next lower grade level.
f. Ability to assign and review work, determine priorities, provide training, establish performance standards, complete performance evaluations, selected employees and resolved informal grievances.
g. Skills in monitoring the acquisitions, services and products methods which included: sealed bids, negotiations, formal source selections, best values, inter-service support agreement and cooperative funding agreement, major and minor facility construction/repair/maintenance, architect/engineering design, environmental services, automatic data processing equipment, specialized/common materials, items and services.
h. Ability to coordinate and interface between the contracting division and other national higher federal echelons for example agencies such as the Small Business Administration, US Department of Labor, Defense Contract Audit Agency, National Guard Bureau, G! eneral Accounting Office, congressional offices, state/local government! and the general public.
i. Skills in performing the full range of contracting officer duties for pre-award through post-award and contract close out.
j. Skills in monitoring federally funded contracts awarded through state contracting procedures to determine compliance with terms of the controlling federal/state agreement.
k. Ability to furnish information to subordinate supervisors and employees relative to changes in procurement policies and trends that affected future procurement actions and advise on sources of supply.
l. Abiltity to ensure implementation of directives from higher echelons and formulated and/or assisted in the formulation of overall procurement policies and procedures.
m. Ability and skill in providing technical review and approval of documents such as justification and approvals, pre-negotiation objectives, and other procurement documents developed by the contracting office and recommended approval or disap! proval to those cases requiring approval or endorsement.
n. Ability and skill in advising management and other senior officials and staff on procurement matters concerning current and future plans of complex contracts and the effect on long term projects and programs.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS : Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance for continued employment. Level II DAWIA certification is required; Level III DAWIA certification must be acheived within 24 months of selection.
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SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED! EXPERIENCE : N/A for GS-13 level
**Applicant's who are su! bstituting education for specialized experience (totally or partially) must submit either an official transcript or statement from the registrar, dean, or other appropriate official of the OPM approved educational institution (military schools & most technical schools included). Please attach these forms to your application and send them to the Human Resources Office as directed under "How to Apply".**
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS :
This is a Dual Status position. As a condition of initial appointment and continued retention, the selected applicant must be an actively participating member of the Delaware Army National Guard.
- Military uniform is required to be worn . Acceptance of this position constitutes agreement with this requirement and is a condition of continued employment.
- Be advised that if selected for a military technician position where membership in a reserve component is a condition of employment and you are receiving a bonus,! your bonus will be terminated and may or may not be subject to recoupement.
- Compatibility : If selected, the individual must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC specialties prior to actual placement in the position :
Military Grade Limitations :
- Maximum: 2LT / O-1
- Minimum: MAJ / O-4
Participate in Direct Deposit is mandatory.
A pre- employment physical may be required.
Must have or be able to obtain a Security Clearance. (If applicable)
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Civilian and Military driver's license. (If applicable) HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated against the mandatory qualifications identified on this announcement IAW the NGB Qualification Standard and/or the OPM Qualification Standards as appropriate. Evaluation is based on the inf! ormation provided by the applicant to determine if the individual posse! sses the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. National Guard or Reserve M-Day experience is considered part-time and credit is awarded based on actual days the applicant performed the duty in a relevant SSI/MOS/AFSC. BENEFITS:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. The following Web addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Main New Employee Website: http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp
Flexible Spending Accounts - Allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance - The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.as! p
Leave - Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - Provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com/
Retirement Program - The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, and Thrift Savings Plan. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp OTHER INFORMATION:
**If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible f! or appointment in this agency.**
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This occupation starts available on: Thu, 05 Dec 2013 21:59:53 GMT