Contract Specialist

Air National Guard Units•McConnell AFB, KS

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position with the KS 184 Wing, National Guard. The position is a developmental contracting role at GS-1102-7/9/11. The incumbent performs trainee assignments applying common contracting methods and contract types and assists with procuring standard or specialized services, supplies, construction items, and materials, primarily through formal advertising and, to a limited extent, negotiation techniques. Noncompetitive promotion to the next grade depends on satisfactory completion of training, demonstrated ability to perform at the higher grade, fulfillment of Office of Personnel Management legal and regulatory requirements, and a supervisor's recommendation. The position is designated Essential Personnel and may involve duties in preparation for or response to a state emergency or disaster declaration, for up to 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved. Situational telework is permitted only, including emergency and OPM-prescribed unscheduled telework.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. The stated minimum education requirement applies to individuals entering or changing positions in the specified NG Title 5 Excepted or Title 32 Dual Status GS-1102 contracting program as of March 20, 2024.
General experience supporting competencies in business, finance, risk management, project management, or supply chain management, including collecting and analyzing data, communicating clearly and effectively, and professional competencies in procurement administration or purchase card management.
For GS-07: One year of experience collecting and analyzing data and assisting in business management, financial management, project management, risk management, or supply chain management.
For GS-09: One year of contracting experience at the GS-07 level, with exposure to the full scope of contracting and acquisition and working knowledge in one or more areas: contracting authority and responsibility; contract principles and the Federal Acquisition Regulation; contractor responsibility standards; regulatory compliance; Federal supply schedule contracting; or acquisition definitions and applicability.
For GS-11: One year of contracting experience at the GS-09 level performing applicable pre-award, award, and post-award work, including solicitation development and acquisition planning, requesting and evaluating offers, contract formation, or contract administration.
Must meet applicable DoD 5000.52-M requirements and Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act requirements, as well as continuing acquisition education, training, and experience requirements under DoDI 5000.66.
Must meet DAWIA Level I Professional certification requirements within 36 months of placement in the GS-1102 series. GS-1102 Title 5 Excepted Service employees who do not complete required position certifications within 24 months are not retained in their positions.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
Must be suitable for federal employment as determined by a background investigation and may be required to complete a probationary period.
Must participate in direct deposit.
Must submit an OGE-450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon appointment and annually.
Must handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations.
May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments and to work overtime.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act must be registered to be eligible for appointment.

Nice To Haves

Applicants may qualify for a recruiting or relocation incentive.
Preference eligibility is available to applicants meeting specified DoD Priority Placement Program categories, including eligible Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, certain preference-eligible technicians receiving disability retirement, Military Spouse Preference eligibles, and retained-grade candidates.

Responsibilities

Perform developmental assignments applying common contracting methods and contract types.
Assist in procuring standard or specialized services, supplies, construction items, and materials, primarily through formal advertising and, to a limited extent, negotiation techniques.
Complete applicable acquisition training and certification requirements and develop contracting competencies through relevant on-the-job experience, which may include rotational assignments.
Safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations.
May travel on military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments and may be required to work overtime.
May perform essential duties in preparation for or response to a state emergency or disaster declaration.