SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Duties

A GS-1102-14, SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST:

• Determines how to accomplish goals within policies & regulations, safeguarding U.S. interests
• Exercises Tech & admin supervision through subordinate supervisors & team leads over significant, long-term, high-visibility funding actions involving complex terms, sophisticated pricing/cost analysis, & unique acquisition processes
• Exercises the full range of supervisory authorities, including interviewing & recommending selections, promotions, & reassignments; approving leave; & administering minor disciplinary actions & recommending more serious actions
• Coordinates personnel actions, develops interview criteria, participates in hiring for contracting positions statewide, requests hiring incentives, & ensures all Contracting Officers are rated within the contracting chain of command
• Ensures contracting support complies with statutes, case law, executive orders, regulations, & required clearances/approvals
• Oversees full lifecycle contracting-from planning and competition through award and administration-including market research, pricing and negotiations, contract type selection, and resolution of changes, disputes, claims, and protests, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and socioeconomic requirements
• Leads statewide category management, strategic sourcing, & data analytics to improve total cost of ownership in alignment with NGB resourcing strategies
• Represents the Gov. before judicial & admin forums (e.g., IG, JAG, GAO, boards of contract appeals, federal courts, & Congressional committees) in protests, claims, disputes, & appeals
• Prepares & issues cure notices, show cause letters, terminations, settlement agreements, & Contracting Officer Decisions
• Interprets & conveys contracting rules & policy & is delegated authority to develop, implement, & manage all ARNG & ANG contracting functions
• Evaluates the effectiveness of contracting processes & management information controls; develops guidance for acquisition strategic planning; & manages operational contracting support resources & operating budgets
• Establishes procurement & contract goals & data collection, & develops local contracting & Gov. Purchase Card (GPC) policy & guidance consistent with higher-echelon directives
• Exercises delegated managerial authority to set program goals & objectives, resolve staffing shortages, develop long-range staffing plans, & adjust organizational structure & workload distribution
• Serves on process action teams, working groups, boards, & committees to identify & implement contracting efficiencies
• Manages contract administration & tracking, analyzes contractor performance, recommends contract modifications & remedies, & advises on contract strategies.
• Leads source selection planning & evaluation & applies mastery-level knowledge of FAR, DFARS, AFARS, NGB policy, & related statutes & directives
• Reviews requirements for accuracy & sufficiency & verifies schedules, funding, & deliverables
• Ensures operational contracting support is fully integrated into planning & execution across warfighting & support functions. Identifies & validates contracted mission support requirements
• Oversees GPC delegation & acquisition e-business systems-registering contracts, managing user access, & ensuring accurate, timely contractor performance evaluations & dispute resolution-while leading continuous improvement of contracting policies, procedures, & tools
• Maintains awareness of DoW, DA, & NGB tools & policies, develops & delivers training, & incorporates lessons learned into plans, policy, & operations
• Operates with broad delegated authority to plan & execute major contracting policy & program initiatives affecting ARNG, ANG, & NGB, with work normally accepted as technically sound & influencing DoD, DA, & DAF objectives & goals
• Serves as principal contracting advisor to The Adjutant General, Chiefs of Staff, Wing Commanders, & the Senior Contracting Official on high-dollar, complex, or special-interest acquisitions
• Holds delegated signatory authority from a two-star equivalent SES & expressly delegated responsibilities from the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics & Technology) & HCA, including approval of informal acquisition plans & strategies within specified dollar thresholds
• Oversees statewide operational contracting support by embedding it in plans & operations, advising on contract solutions to achieve the commander's intent, leading contract support planning for current & future operations, enforcing contracting policy, & directing operational contracting support & COR training
• Provides expert, independent judgment & recommendations for changes to operating procedures based on deep analytical & subject-matter expertise
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Must meet certification requirements, DAWIA Level I - Professional certification, within 36 months of placement.
• Must be DAWIA (Level I - Professional) certified in Contracting or have Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) (Level I - Professional).
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
• Must meet the continuing acquisition education, training and experience requirements IAW DoDI 5000.66.
• IAW the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and annually.
• Must go through a Contracting Officer Review Board (CORB) prior to appointment and as a condition of employment must maintain a warrant.
• Position designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration, NTE 14 calendar days per year unless approved in advance by the TAG.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Must have experience in positions supporting competencies in business, finance, risk management, project management, or supply chain management. Experience must include competencies such as skill in collecting and analyzing data and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and other professional competencies in procurement administration or purchase card management.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Must have at least 48 months experience, or 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level (GS-13), analyzing, developing, and implementing acquisition policy and procedures to include the following: (1) Preparing analyses, alternatives, and recommendations for streamlining initiatives, metrics, point-papers, status reports, and staffing actions, (2) Providing Acquisition advice and internal review of contract strategies, plans, and techniques, (3) Reviewing solicitations and related documents and contracts ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and directives. Must have Level 1, DAWIA Professional Certification (or equivalent, see Certifications Issued by Federal (non-DoD) Organizations below). Any applicant selected will receive a tentative offer of appointment contingent upon passing a CORB as this position is required to hold a warrant as a condition of employment. Must have specific experiences, training, and competencies (Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities) that prepared the applicant to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities required by each grade.

***Note: If this vacancy announcement indicates Specialized Experience, "1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level", you must provide your last SF 50, if you are a current or former Federal Employee and you want to be considered under this provision.

Education

Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

Degree Required to qualify with Education Only (No Specialized Experience): N/A

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment.

If applicable, Combination of Specialized Experience and Education: N/A

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).

- DAWIA level 3 contracting certification highly desired.

- Contracting certification must be accomplished IAW DoDI 50000.66.
- To meet HCA CORB requirements, eligible candidates for this position require CORB validation prior to appointment. The HRO will forward the tentative offer/selection package, to include a copy of the vacancy announcement and the selectee's resume/certification/documents, to the HCA Functional Manager. Once the CORB is complete the HRO will be notified by the HCA POC of the results of the CORB. If the candidate passes the CORB and has a tentative offer, the HRO will determine the enter on duty date.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY :
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

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