Contract Specialist

The purpose of this position is to perform developmental assignments which are designed to provide the employee the application of common contracting methods and contract types, and to assist in the procurement of standard or specialized service; supply; and / or construction items, services, and / or materials primarily through formal advertising, or through limited use of negotiation techniques. The position is centrally managed and funded by the Headquarters Air Force Personnel Center.

Duties

Plans acquisitions for standard or specialized services, programs, commodities and / or construction contracts where specifications are standardized or not standardized where sole source or competitive markets exist.

Develops solicitations, evaluates responses, and makes award recommendations.

Monitors contract performance and performs contract administration.

Provides advice and assistance to others relating to contracting work and prepares correspondence.

Requirements

• Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing / signing a CONUS agreement.
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and / or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Student Loan Repayment may be authorized
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
• The employee must meet the continuing acquisition education requirements IAW DoDI 5000.66 Paragraph E.2.2.8.
• Certain positions and / or rotations require a top secret clearance; therefore, individuals selected for these positions will be required to obtain and maintain a top secret clearance.
• As part of the clearance individuals may be required to undergo polygraph and drug testing as a condition of employment
• You will be required to serve a one year probationary period
• In accordance with 5 CFR 2634 Part I, the employee may be required to file an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually
• A security clearance may be required
• Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training

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