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Contract Specialist

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command
CNIC Headquarters N945

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Acquisitions Branch (N945); Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. Incumbent Serves as a Headquarters (HQ) Contract Specialist providing procurement and procurement-related support to CNIC HQ and FFR activities; Fleet and Family Support Centers; and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—As determined by the agency's current policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Salary
$75,000 - $95,000 per year

Salary is inclusive of locality pay.

Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Less than 30% may be required.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Other
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
26-13038901
Control number
881276600

Duties

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In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Provides procurement facilitation to program customers, technical and financial specialists, co-workers, and vendors.
  • Provides acquisition guidance and technical assistance by assisting customers with interpreting procurement policies, reviewing statements of work, solicitations, and contract requirements for supplies and services.
  • Act as acquisition specialist for requirements from cradle to grave.
  • Receives and analyzes purchase requests and other related documents for accuracy and correctness for a variety of supplies and services unique to OSD and CNIC FFR needs.
  • Determines best method of procurement, such as formal negotiated contract, purchase order, delivery order, or purchase card. Selects appropriate contract type, contract terms, pricing provisions, applicable contract clauses, and acquisition methods.
  • Conducts negotiations for a wide range of contractual actions. Negotiates with contractors on non-routine problems such as cases where no precedent has been established and when procuring first-time highly technical or complex supplies and equipment.
  • Takes action on items and services with urgent priority, assuring that all legal and regulatory requirements are accomplished.
  • Conducts pre-performance conferences and debriefs.
  • Facilitates as a liaison between OSD, CNIC, and FFR personnel; and contractors, in order to educate customers on regulatory directives and policies, clarify contractual and/or technical requirements; and incorporate knowledge on projected requirements in order to develop adequate sources of procurement.
  • Provided advisory purchasing assistance to OSD, CNIC Headquarters, and FFR personnel pertaining to the resolution of purchasing problems.
  • Participates in assist visits and provides training as a result of those visit findings.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified possesses the following:

  • Knowledge of NAF and appropriated fund procurement operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge and application of Federal statutes, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and CNIC procurement/contracting regulations as well as various industry practices, publications, and trends.
  • Knowledge and application of automated accounting systems and on-line computer programs.
  • Experience and Skill in the use of a computer including automated systems (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, spreadsheets, databases, etc.).
  • Experience and Skill in analyzing/evaluating records, reports, regulations, and other relevant materials pertaining to procurement/contracting, and in preparing reports.
  • Experience and Skill in conducting subject matter related training.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

As the basic requirements for this position series and grade level, a qualified candidate must possess one of the following:

  • A 4-year course study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field.
  • 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education or Ph. D. or equivalent doctoral degree and 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.
  • 3 or more years of progressively responsible specialized experience implementing policies and practices of general or procurement contracting and 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.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Commander, Navy Installations Command

CNIC offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. CNIC provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. The mission of the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs is to maximize the physical, emotional and social development of the fleet, fighter and family. FFR enables a ready Navy force through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness, and Housing Programs. We provide direct and support services to all non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees who work for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) throughout the FFR Program worldwide. CNIC Headquarters N945.

Agency contact information

CNIC NAF HRO
Email
usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-hrinquiries@us.navy.mil
Address
CNIC HQ
5720 Integrity Drive, Bldg. 457
Millington, TN 38055
US

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