Supervisory Administrative/Technical Specialist

Naval Sea Systems Command • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

3d

About The Position

This position serves as a Supervisory Administrative/Technical Specialist and Branch Manager/Limited Warranted Contracting Officer in the Contracts Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head. The role oversees the branch’s contractual procurement matters and directs and supervises its general functions. It is part of Contracting Division A (022) and the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project, with an NT-05 pay band equivalent to GS-13 and GS-14.

The position manages cradle-to-grave contracting, including planning, solicitation, negotiation, administration, and close-out of contracts, purchase orders, task orders, Basic Ordering Agreements, grants, and other transactions. It oversees advanced planning and the negotiation and administration of highly complex contracts, and ensures effective contracting, compliance with contract terms, and protection of the United States’ interests. The specialist serves as the day-to-day contracting representative for assigned customers and programs, pursuing timely procurements while preserving the integrity of contractual arrangements. The position uses the NAVSEA STRL Direct Hire Authority for STRL Mission Support.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-04 (GS-11-12 equivalent) level in Federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector, managing contract activities such as procurement or contractual strategies, planning, solicitation, negotiations, and administration to ensure compliance with acquisition or procurement regulations.
• At least two years of experience in contracting positions.
• Completion of all contracting courses required for a contracting officer at the level and grade served; certification at that level is sufficient to meet this standard.
• Meet DoD foundational certification standards within established timeframes and obtain the required certification in the assigned functional area and tier, along with required Continuous Learning points.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees, subject to the stated exceptions for certain current DoD civilian personnel and military members.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Suitability for federal employment.
• Participation in the direct deposit pay program.
• Successful completion of the E-Verify employment verification check for new Department of the Navy employees.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering duty; failure to maintain the required clearance may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal.
• Obtain and maintain warrant authority above the small purchase threshold.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana; the position is subject to random testing.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Travel may be required to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and the employee must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Meet applicable restrictions regarding appointment of retired military members within 180 days of retirement to a civilian DoD position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, direct, and supervise the general functions of the branch.
• Oversee contractual procurement matters for the branch.
• Manage cradle-to-grave contracting activities, including planning, solicitation, negotiation, administration, and close-out of contracts, purchase orders, task orders, Basic Ordering Agreements, grants, and other transactions.
• Oversee advanced planning, negotiation, and administration of highly complex contracts.
• Ensure effective contracting actions, compliance with contract terms, and protection of the interests of the United States in contractual relationships.
• Solicit, evaluate, negotiate, and award contracts with commercial organizations, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and State or local governments for supplies and services.
• Review and issue contractual actions up to the assigned warrant authority.
• Administer contracts by assuring compliance with terms and conditions and resolving problems concerning the obligations of the parties.
• Terminate contracts by analyzing and negotiating claims and proposals and setting their resolution.
• Evaluate cost or price proposals and accounting systems data.
• Serve as the day-to-day contracting representative for assigned customers and programs, effecting timely procurements while preserving contractual integrity.
• Interpret regulations and policies imposed by higher organizational levels.
• Conduct best-value contracting for professional services, large hardware buys, construction contracting, and non-FAR transactions, including grants and other transactions.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible selectees.
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees.

What This Job Offers

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