Supervisory Contract Specialist (Branch Chief)
What you'd do
This position is part of the Naval Reactors Laboratory Field Office, Department of Energy. National Nuclear Security Administration Demonstration Project: This position is covered by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Demonstration Project. The NQ-03 pay band is equivalent to the GS-13/14 grade levels. For more information on the NNSA Demonstration Project and Pay Band/Salary Tables, review http://www.energy.gov/nnsa/nnsas-demo-pay-system-compared-general-schedule.
Major duties
As a Supervisory Contract Specialist (Branch Chief), NQ-1102-03, you will: Lead contracting work and oversight for the Naval Reactors Laboratory Field Office (NRLFO) and its major contractors, ensuring that all government and contractor contracting activities are carried out effectively, economically, and in accordance with applicable requirements. Serve as a warranted Contracting Officer, planning, negotiating, justifying, awarding, and administering prime contracts that support laboratory operations and program needs for highly complex Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program projects funded by the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Defense (DoD). Provide thorough researched information, documentation, and advice to the Division Director to support sound decision making and resource allocation for contracts and related program activities. Identify, either independently or through staff, actual or potential problems in government and contractor contracting activities, and takes timely and appropriate action to resolve issues and improve effectiveness and efficiency. Manage contract performance and administration by developing and maintaining systems to evaluate and monitor contractor performance; negotiating contract changes and options; resolving contractor delays and claims; and reviewing major subcontracts prepared by contractors in accordance with established thresholds. Supervise a small staff engaged in contracting and oversight work, including managing work assignments, schedules, timecards, and leave; and, in addition to serving in a Department of Energy / National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) position, performs ongoing duties on a permanent non-reimbursable basis for the Department of the Navy, including work with foreign organizations and foreign governments as assigned.
What you need to qualify
In addition to demonstrating the basic requirement listed in the education section of this announcement, applicants must also demonstrate possession of specialized experience. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level NQ-02 (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Experience with federal contracting laws, regulations, and procedures; skilled in negotiating and administering complex contracts and leading procurement activities. Negotiating and communicating to explain, defend, and advocate positions and build effective internal and external relationships. Supervising teams, including organizing, directing, and reviewing work to achieve mission and project goals. Experience with acquisition rules; interpreting guidance for others and presenting complex issues clearly to senior leaders. Please ensure that your resume does not exceed two (2) pages in length. If you submit more than two pages, only the first two will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be shared with the hiring manager if you are referred. You can find the qualification standards for the announced position on the Office of Personnel Management website. 1102 Contracting Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/contracting-series-1102/ National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-in-Grade Requirements: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule (GS) position under a non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service at the, must meet "time-in-grade" requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). Few exceptions are outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties, we cannot make assumptions regarding your experience) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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