Contract Specialist

About this role

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. To qualify for the GS-13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include: Experience communicating contract functions, performance milestones, and remediation strategies to customers during all phases of an active contract lifecycle.

Experience developing, negotiating, and managing business solutions exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold high-dollar, multi-year procurements using a variety of contract types. Experience planning, procuring, and administering contracts subject to formal source selection procedures to support an organization's mission requirement for technical acquisition management. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Customer Service - Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers.

Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement. Contracting/Procurement - Knowledge of various types of contracts, techniques, or requirements (for example, Federal Acquisition Regulations) for contracting or procurement, and contract negotiation and administration. Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. Strategic Thinking - Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization when negotiating.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.