CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) is seeking a Contract Specialist to join NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF. The role focuses on applying contracting principles to administer acquisition actions, lead negotiation efforts, and ensure compliance with DoD and Navy regulations in a dynamic civilian-military environment.

Applicants should have substantive experience with federal contracting, pre- and post-award activities, and the ability to coordinate across organizations to achieve contract objectives.

Qualifications

• GS-12: specialized experience with contracting laws, regulations and procedures to administer group contracts and procurement actions.
• GS-11: specialized experience in contract administration, price/cost analysis, and pre-/post-award procurement actions.
• Experience demonstrates ability to provide contracting guidance and lead process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Contract Specialist in NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Centers Contracting Departments of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.

Job description

Summary

You will serve as a Contract Specialist in the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Centers (FLCs) Contracting Departments of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.

Duties

Summary

You will serve as a Contract Specialist in the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Centers (FLCs) Contracting Departments of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.

Requirements

Qualifications

GS-12 I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying a thorough knowledge of contract principles, policies, regulations, and procedures to administer group contracts and pre/post award procurement actions. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: applying a mastery knowledge of contracting advisory services to ensure regulations and requirements are met and must include all of the following:

• 1) utilizing knowledge of Federal, DOD and DON contracting laws, regulations, principles and procedures, contracts and provisions to provide guidance and leadership Contract Specialist and other subordinate personnel;
• 2) utilizing knowledge of methods of contracting applicable to the acquisition of supplies, personal, and non-personal services to develop acquisition solutions;
• 3) managing multiple contracting projects to ensure Program goals and objectives are met;
• 4) analyzing existing policies and procedure to develop and implement improvements;
• 5) communicating orally and in writing to collaborate across organizations to reach concurrence on processes, projects, and desired outcomes.

GS-11 I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-9 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying knowledge of contract administration/procurement principles, policies, regulation, and procedures relating to contract price/cost analysis, pre-award, and post award procurement actions. Specific work experience demonstrates all of the following duties:

• 1) Provide knowledge of contracts and methods of contracting to procure requirements and conduct negotiations in the different phases of contracting;
• 2) Knowledge of technical terminology and uses of equipment or services procured to participate in negotiations;
• 3) Knowledge of business practices in order to identify sources, analyze cost and pricing data, and contract proposals;
• 4) Prepare and issue contracts, purchase orders, tasks order, delivery orders and modifications.

Applicant must meet the following Department of Defense qualification requirements for 1102 contracting positions: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-1102.pdf And the title 10 requirements found here: http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title10-section1724&num=0&edition=prelim

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!