Assistant Contract Specialist/ Contract Specialist Level I/II)

Navy Exchange Service Command; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 48,884 - 92,449; Full time

Job summary

Navy Exchange Service Command is seeking a Contract Specialist to perform procurement duties including solicitation, award, and administration of contracts. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and experience in procurement principles.

The role involves understanding and adhering to policy while maintaining records of contracting activities. Responsibilities include conducting training, preparing documentation, and assisting with best-value evaluations. The position offers room for career development in a government setting.

Qualifications

• Mastery of procurement policy and procedures.
• Understanding of legal and regulatory changes in contracting.
• Experience in best-value procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Handle cradle to grave procurement functions.
• Maintain records of contracting activities.
• Prepare formal communications to contractors and agencies.
• Conduct customer training on procurement topics.

Skills

Procurement principles

Contract negotiations

Contract administration

Acquisition planning

Education

4-year bachelor's degree in any field

Job description

Job Number: 260000ZB

Organization: NEXCOMHQ
Pay Range: $48,884 - $92,449 (based upon experience)

Job Summary

Performs all cradle to grave procurement duties with assistance or guidance from higher level Contract Specialist as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer within prescribed limitations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all cradle to grave procurement functions in accordance with policy and procedures for pre‑solicitation, solicitation, award, and post‑award actions to include but not limited to the following: Acquisition Planning, Source Selection, Contract Negotiations, Contract Administration, Performance Deficiencies, Changes, Terminations, Protests, Disputes, Claims, Simplified Acquisition, and Micro Purchase.
• Responsible for understanding and following all procurement policy and standard operating procedures applicable for NEXCOM procurement. Keeps abreast of legal and regulatory changes.
• May assist in the development, formulation, and implementation of procurement plans, policies, procedures, and standards applicable to worldwide procurement functions. May initiate actions to improve procurement processes and accomplish a more rapid, economical, effective procurement response.
• Maintains required records of contracting activities and actions.
• Presents NEXCOM’s position to the Contract Review Board and senior procurement personnel regarding recommendations for solicitations, awards, and terminations.
• Prepares formal correspondence to contractors, industry associates, legal representatives, and other governmental agencies.
• May assist internal customers with developing evaluation factors and criteria for best‑value procurements.
• Oversees functions of best‑value technical evaluation committees.
• Conducts customer training on various procurement subjects.
• Participates in Command Inspections, audits, special studies, and projects to improve methods and techniques for more efficient, cost‑effective buying.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• May supervise subordinate associates (Japan Office Only).
• Trains subordinate associates on department policies and processes (Japan Office Only).
• The incumbent must file a Financial Disclosure Report OGE Form 450 as required.

Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• A 4‑year bachelor’s degree in any field.
• OR 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.
• AND one year of experience that provided an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of procurement, business, and/or contracting program requirements.