Supervisory Contract Specialist

Naval Supply Systems Command•Pearl Harbor, HI

10d

About The Position

The Supervisory Contract Specialist serves in the Contracting Department of NAVSUP FLC Pearl Harbor. The position provides technical guidance and training to Contract Specialists, Purchasing Agents, contracting personnel in developmental positions, and requiring activity personnel. It is responsible for the solicitation, analysis, evaluation, and negotiation of contractor proposals for highly complex and technical requirements within the branch, and for directly supervising branch employees. The incumbent is expected to maintain mastery of cradle-to-grave contracting and procurement and advise employees and customers about changes in acquisition procedures, regulations, and policy. The position requires at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level, including managing pre-award and post-award contracting functions; advising senior officials, military and civilian personnel, federal agencies, and industry management on procurement policy and practices; developing contracting directives and procedures; and providing administrative and technical supervision of personnel. A bachelor's degree is generally required for entry into DoD GS-1102 positions, subject to the stated exemptions for certain incumbents and military members. The position is covered by DAWIA certification requirements and requires an interim and/or final security clearance. Travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations may be required.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in direct deposit and, for new Department of the Navy employees, pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
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 meet the applicable Department of Defense qualification requirements for GS-1102 contracting positions and Title 10 requirements.
At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level in the federal service, or equivalent private- or public-sector experience, in the areas described in the announcement.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees, unless an applicable DoD education requirement exemption applies.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
Must be able to travel, including to CONUS and OCONUS locations and remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Must review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.

Responsibilities

Provide technical guidance and training to Contract Specialists, Purchasing Agents, developmental contracting personnel, and requiring activity personnel.
Manage the solicitation, analysis, evaluation, and negotiation of contractor proposals for highly complex and technical requirements.
Directly supervise employees in the branch.
Execute cradle-to-grave contracting and procurement.
Advise employees and customers about changes in acquisition procedures, regulations, and policy.
Manage pre-award and post-award contracting functions, including planning, development, advertisement, award, and contract administration.
Advise senior-level officials, military and civilian personnel, federal agencies, and senior industry management officials on procurement matters, policy, and best practices.
Develop directives, instructions, and guidelines establishing internal policies and procedures for field contracting personnel.
Provide administrative and technical supervision of subordinate personnel and recommend delegation of administrative and contract authority.