CONTRACT SPECIALIST (PROCUREMENT ANALYST)
Company: Air Force Civilian Career Training
Location: Hampton
Posted on: November 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
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Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.
The primary purpose: This is a formal career broadening position,
established specifically to provide developmental experience
designed to broaden the skills and/or enhance the leadership
perspective of an identified high-potential, mid-level
manager/executive; it is not a continuing position and assignment
duration is NTE 36 months with rotations between divisions.
This job is open to
Current federal employees of this agency. Clarification from the
agency
Internal Permanent Air Force Employees in the Contracting Career
Field only.
Duties
DUTY 1
Performs career broadening assignments reviewing, interpreting,
initiating and developing procurement policies and procedures. Acts
as the prime project officer on extremely complex programs, many of
which are without policy precedence.
DUTY 2
Performs career broadening assignments involved in researching
contracting and acquisition issues to determine problem areas and
develop viable solutions.
DUTY 3
Represents the Air Force, SAF/AQ, and Directorate in contracting
and acquisition issues.
DUTY 4
Contract Administration and Contract Negotiation: Performs
broadening assignments in policy-making for contract
administration, contract negotiations, preaward and postaward
functions.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience
requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions,
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
1. Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of
the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting
positions, including at least 4-years experience in contracting or
related positions. At least 1 year of that experience must have
been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next
lower level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the
position.
and
2. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, 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.
Contracting Series, 1102 (opm.gov)
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for
this position you must also meet the qualification requirements
listed below:
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS)
POSITIONS: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the
GS-13 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system)
within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. TIG
applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position
within the previous 52 weeks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be
evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills,
abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of a wide range of procurement and contracting
principles, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements,
methods, contract types, procurement law, statutory mandates,
Executive orders, and federal and agency regulations.
2. Knowledge of business practices and market conditions applicable
to government contracting, including the latest acquisition reform
initiatives.
3. Knowledge of contractual instruments, contracting operations,
and detailed procedures of contracting requirements sufficient to
develop sound strategies and provide effective policy guidance.
4. Skill in oral communications necessary to inform the workforce
of policy changes, to make presentations to management of a complex
nature and to lead and serve effectively on process teams.
5. Skill in written communications to allow effective articulation
of assigned tasks and publication of new acquisition policy and
material.
6. Ability to provide effective leadership through application of
sound business acumen in order to resolve acquisition problems
resulting in acceptable solutions.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for
appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify
the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total
number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience,
including volunteer work done through National Service Programs
(i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community;
student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical
competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable
training and experience that translates directly to paid
employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience,
including volunteer experience.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree
requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you
MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts
are not required at the time of application; however, if position
has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education
alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be
verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit
education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or
universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show
proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least
equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when
applying.
Additional information
PCS restrictions: An employee selected to make a PCS to a Career
Broadening assignment is restricted from making a second PCS for 12
months
Defense National Relocation Program is Authorized
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct
deposit.
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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the
"Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense
deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and
payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years
2018 through 2025. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and
other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging
expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary
storage of those items. The Federal Travel Regulation Bulletin
(FTR) 18-05 issued by General Services Administration (GSA) has
authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance (WTA) and
Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) to pay for "substantially
all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax
Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. For additional
information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities please click
here. Subsequently, FTR Bulletin 20-04 issued by GSA, provides
further information regarding NDAA FY2020, Public Law 116-92, and
the expansion of eligibility beyond "transferred" for WTA/RITA
allowances. For additional information, please click here.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and
responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your
eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the
documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your
responses to the online questionnaire. If your application
contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you
will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient
information" and you will not receive further consideration for
this job.
Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a
non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other
requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a
non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an
individual with priority/preference.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated
further.
APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and
consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the
selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list
any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your
resume.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents are required and must be provided with your
application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to
determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from
consideration. Other documents may be required based on the
eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the
AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents
you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are
claiming.
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees -
Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years)
showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or
statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards
received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must NOT submit award SF50s-Notification of
Personnel Actions (SF50s).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification
requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to
be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in
this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 11/27/2023.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the
following link:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12201741
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an
account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the
prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure
you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the
process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your
qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume,
only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest
timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is
"most recent."
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section).
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that
information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received,
accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your
documents have been processed with your application package
successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by
clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear
the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by
an applicant.
Agency contact information
Career Broadening Office
Email
afpc.careerbroadener.cft@us.af.mil
Address
AF Career Broadeners 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email
will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message
acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package
will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for
consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not
qualified, your application will receive no further
consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or
incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My
Applications, and click on the more information link under the
application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for
checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy
notifications will not be sent to you.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required and must be provided with your
application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to
determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from
consideration. Other documents may be required based on the
eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the
AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents
you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are
claiming.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees -
Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years)
showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or
statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards
received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must NOT submit award SF50s-Notification of
Personnel Actions (SF50s).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification
requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to
be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in
this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 11/27/2023.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the
following link:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12201741
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an
account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the
prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure
you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the
process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your
qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume,
only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest
timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is
"most recent."
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section).
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that
information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received,
accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your
documents have been processed with your application package
successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by
clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear
the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by
an applicant.
Agency contact information
Career Broadening Office
Email
afpc.careerbroadener.cft@us.af.mil
Address
AF Career Broadeners 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email
will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message
acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package
will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for
consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not
qualified, your application will receive no further
consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or
incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My
Applications, and click on the more information link under the
application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for
checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy
notifications will not be sent to you.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
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