Contract Specialist

Naval Supply Systems Command • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

You will serve as a Contract Specialist with NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, acting as the contractual authority on the acceptability and applicability of contractual matters related to new and mature weapon systems with unique and complex logistics support challenges. The role involves performing or directing in-depth cost and price analyses and evaluating the financial and technical capabilities of potential public- and private-sector suppliers. You will apply experimental theories and emerging contracting techniques, solve logistics problems, and take advantage of alternate support opportunities. You will also develop policies and procedures for work involving innovative and unique acquisitions.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if a new Department of the Navy employee.
• Current federal employees applying for GS positions generally must meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement by the announcement closing date.
• Must obtain the required DAWIA certification in the assigned acquisition functional area and category within established timeframes.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-12 in federal service, or equivalent public- or private-sector experience, demonstrating the specified contracting, analytical, program-management, problem-solving, and employee-development competencies.
• Meet Department of Defense qualification requirements for GS-1102 contracting positions and applicable Title 10 requirements.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees, subject to the stated exceptions for certain incumbent DoD civilian and military personnel.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a DoD civilian position within 180 days of retirement are subject to applicable statutory provisions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the contractual authority on contractual matters related to new and mature weapon systems.
• Perform or direct in-depth cost and price analyses.
• Evaluate the financial and technical capabilities of potential suppliers in the public and private sectors.
• Apply experimental theories and emerging contracting techniques to solve logistics problems and pursue alternate support opportunities.
• Develop policies and procedures for innovative and unique acquisitions.
• Evaluate the reasonableness of contractors’ proposed costs or prices to prepare for complex negotiations.
• Prepare for negotiations, discussions, and awards by reviewing audit and technical reports; conducting or reviewing cost and price analyses; and developing post-negotiation terms and conditions, including price.
• Manage programs and resources in a manner that maintains public trust while accomplishing the mission.
• Identify and analyze problems, assess the relevance and accuracy of information, evaluate alternative perspectives and solutions, and make timely, effective recommendations.
• Develop others’ competencies by providing a learning environment with ongoing feedback and formal and informal learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior