Summary Serves as a Lead Contract Specialist within Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The primary purpose of this position is responsible for a full range of pre and post award contracting actions in support of DeCA's Mission. Responsibilities Perform pre and post-award contracting functions including acquisition planning, market research, price/cost analysis, negotiation, and administration. Procure equipment, supplies or services through formal advertising and negotiation techniques. Review purchase requests and other documentation for accuracy and completeness, to determine that proper specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents. Monitor contractor performance. Perform cradle to grave functions of a contract specialist for equipment, supplies and services to include but not limited to Pre-Award, Contract Administration, Contract Modification, prepare Contract Award Packages. Read the entire announcement before starting the application process. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications DoD QUALIFICATION STANDARD FOR GS-1102 CONTRACTING POSITIONS This is an individual, single agency qualification standard for Department of Defense positions. This standard implements requirements contained in Title 10, United States Code, Sections 1723 through 1733, as amended. Basic Education Requirements for GS-5 through GS-15 positions: A. A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. For the GS-13: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level or equivalent to at least GS-12 under other Federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. Examples of specialized experience for the GS-12 include: Use innovative techniques to develop contractual arrangements. Use tools such as price/cost analysis, source selection evaluation, and performance criteria to commit to multi-year contracts. Negotiate acquisitions and ensuring all special requirements and clauses are included within the award. You will receive credit for all relevant qualifying experience (paid and unpaid), including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Additional Requirements that must be met by the closing date: Physical requirements: Work is mostly sedentary but there will be some physical effort, such as standing, walking, bending or sitting. There are no special physical demands for this position. Time-in-grade applies to the promotion of current and former federal employees who hold or have held a permanent GS position in either the competitive or excepted service in the previous 52 weeks, including current employees applying under VEOA. Your application package must contain proof you meet this requirement. See Required Documents for more information. For GS-13: You must have 52 weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-12. Time after competitive appointment. Current federal civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since being selected for a non temporary appointment from a competitive examination register of eligibles (an announcement opened to the public) or under a direct hire authority. As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in these competencies: Communication Contract Administration Individual Occupational Requirements Leadership Minimum Qualifications GS-13 Pre-Award Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Covered Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No. DoD criteria not met. Work environment: Work is usually performed in an office area, conference rooms, or similar environment Telework eligible: Yes - as determined by the agency policy Remote work eligible: No. Education You may not use education to qualify for this position. Transcripts. REQUIRED when education is required. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a federal workplace to be free of illegal drugs and prohibits the use of illegal drugs both on and off duty by federal employees. As a reminder, marijuana is still classified as an illegal drug by the Federal government and is prohibited for use by Federal employees even if such use is legal in the state where the Federal employee resides and/or works. The Defense Commissary Agency is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace where the use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and may result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal service. The display of a salary range on this announcement does not suggest or convey an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Upon first appointment to a civilian position in the Federal government, you are entitled only to the lowest step (Step 1) of the grade for which selected. The minimum age requirement is generally 18 years. Employing those under 18 may be possible under certain circumstances. If under 18 years of age, ensure you provide documentation showing how you are eligible. Applicants with financial difficulty are not automatically removed from consideration. Selectees are required to complete an online onboarding process. Retired military service members cannot be appointed to a Department of Defense (DoD) civilian position within 180 days of their retirement date. 5 United States Code 3326. PCS Is NOT Authorized. This is an Acquisition Workforce (AWF) position and is subject to the requirements of the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). This position requires a Contracting Professional Certification. The incumbent must complete this certification within 36 months of appointment to this position, as a condition of employment. Must meet DOD 5000.52-M Requirements applicable to the duties of the position. Must possess a valid Driver's License and be physically able to operate a motor vehicle without danger to self or to others. Temporary duty (TDY) and travel by military and commercial aircraft or land transportation may be required in the performance of official assigned duties. The following may result in a rating of ineligible. Ineligible applicants receive no consideration. Not selecting an eligibility. Submitting an incomplete application package may result in your not being considered for this position. Your resume must reflect that you are either Part-Time with the number of hours listed, Full Time, or 40 hours per week as your work schedule. If you fail to provide this information in your resume, your resume will be considered as incomplete. Submitting encrypted documents or uploading Adobe portfolio documents. Submitting any document that contains a photo or image of you. Including social media links, inappropriate material or content, classified or government sensitive information, or personal information such as age, gender, race, religion, or social security number on your resume. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials. Deliberately attempting to falsify your application information, such as copying portions of this announcement into your resume.