Contract Specialist
Company Name:
Department Of The Interior
Applications will be accepted from current career/career-conditional employees who are working for the National Park Service in the Southeast Region. Permanent Full Time
This is a permanent full-time position.
Applications will be accepted from Career/Career-Conditional Federal employees who are working for the National Park Service in the Southeast Region.
Experience your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the National Park Service. Become a part of our mission to unite our past, our cultures and our special places, to establish important connections to the present and build a rich and lasting legacy for future generations.
Cumberland Gap NHP is located in Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia. Park Headquarters is located in Middlesboro, KY. Middlesboro, with a population of approximately 15,000 includes facilities such as medical, dental, and shopping centers. Elementary schools are located in Middlesboro, KY, Harrogate, TN and Ewing, VA. Southeast Tech Community College which is located in Middlesboro, approximately 2 miles south of the Park has a 4-year program. Summers are warm and humid with temperatures in the 90's; winters are normally cool with low's occasionally 15 degrees; elevation is 1040 feet.
Background investigation and/or security investigation required. Must be US Citizen and have valid state driver''s license. More than one position may be filled from this announcement. Selective Service Registration required if applicable.
This position is located in a National Park Service area or office. The purpose of this position is to serve as a senior contract specialist and provide business advice to the customer and other acquisition team members. Performs all preaward and postaward functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex, diversified, high priority, high visibility purchases, supplies, services, and/or construction. The incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) certification, and a Contracting Officer Certificate of Appointment (COA).
Applicants for this position must meet the basic experience or education requirements stated below. For equivalent combinations of education and experience refer to OPM''s Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, which can be viewed
Basic
Qualifications: Must have completed a four year course of study leading to a bachelor''s degree with a major 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 OR Possess one year of specialized experience as described below and have been continuously employed in the 1102 series since January 1, 2000.
AND
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal services performing the following tasks: involving the procurement of supplies, services, construction, utilizing formal advertising or negotiation procedures; evaluating contract price proposals; and the administration, termination and close-out of contracts.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
You must meet all qualifications (experience, education, etc.) by the closing date of the announcement
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law ( ).
New employees of the Department of the Interior are requed by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by direct deposit.
If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, ( ) prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (USC, Title 18, Section 1001).
You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued drivers license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued drivers license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid drivers licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
If selected for this posiition, you are required to complete, a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450).
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
You will be evaluated based upon the responses you provide on the job specific questionnaire that is required as part of the application process for this position.
To receive credit, information submitted in your Assessment Questionnaire MUST relate to a specific work/experience block in your resume. Only education and experience acquired by the filing deadline will be considered. If, after reviewing your resume or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies needed to successfully perform on the job: 1) Knowledge of Federal acquisition law, regulations and procedures and skill in performing ocntract functions; 2) Skill in communicating verbally with others to establish and maintain effective relationships with contractors, supervisors, managers, and other contracting staff; 3) Skill in written communication to prepare a variety of documents, forms, correspondence, and reports.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click hereView Assessment Questions
Failure to complete the assessment questionnaire will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
Applicants meeting the basic eligibility requirements will be rated and ranked based on responses to the Assessment Questionnaire. Any statements made on the Questionnaire should be fully substantiated on the application or resume. Qualified candidates will be assigned a score between 70 and 100.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, May 27, 2014to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply online to create a USAJOBS account or log into your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and Click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents form your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Cover Letter
DD-214
OF-306
Other
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
SF-50
Transcript
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The vacancy ID is 1122082
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, May 27, 2014to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
(1) RESUME: Your resume should include work experience for each paid or non-paid position held that relates to the job for which you are applying and indicate the month/year you began and ended each job, and the number of hours worked per week. Your resume and supporting documents must include information to support your answers on the Assessment Questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your competencies.
(2) VETERAN''S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran''s preference, you MUST provide specific required evidence:
For 5-point preference: DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. - must show type of discharge on form.
For 10-point preference: DD-214, Standard Form 15 (SF-15), Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference and proof listed on the reverse of the SF-15.
Failure to submit appropriate supporting documentation will result in NOT granting veteran''s preference. For more information on Veteran''s preference, visit: .
(3) COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS: If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts or a complete list of all college or other courses taken, indicating the course titles, date attended, credit and grade received. (A copy of your official transcript will be required before entrance on duty, if selected.)
(4) CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP)/ INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Note: Please indicate on your application that you are a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive special priority selections. CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well qualified if he/she earns a score of at least 85 on the rating criteria developed for this position. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.
Once your application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. You will be notified by email or letter if you are qualified and referred to the selecting official. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: #icc.
Occasional travel may be required.
Position has no known promotion potential.
Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid if the person selected for the position is from outside the local commuting area and is otherwise eligible for the reimbursement of relocation expenses under the Federal Travel regulations.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department Of The Interior
Applications will be accepted from current career/career-conditional employees who are working for the National Park Service in the Southeast Region. Permanent Full Time
This is a permanent full-time position.
Applications will be accepted from Career/Career-Conditional Federal employees who are working for the National Park Service in the Southeast Region.
Experience your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the National Park Service. Become a part of our mission to unite our past, our cultures and our special places, to establish important connections to the present and build a rich and lasting legacy for future generations.
Cumberland Gap NHP is located in Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia. Park Headquarters is located in Middlesboro, KY. Middlesboro, with a population of approximately 15,000 includes facilities such as medical, dental, and shopping centers. Elementary schools are located in Middlesboro, KY, Harrogate, TN and Ewing, VA. Southeast Tech Community College which is located in Middlesboro, approximately 2 miles south of the Park has a 4-year program. Summers are warm and humid with temperatures in the 90's; winters are normally cool with low's occasionally 15 degrees; elevation is 1040 feet.
Background investigation and/or security investigation required. Must be US Citizen and have valid state driver''s license. More than one position may be filled from this announcement. Selective Service Registration required if applicable.
This position is located in a National Park Service area or office. The purpose of this position is to serve as a senior contract specialist and provide business advice to the customer and other acquisition team members. Performs all preaward and postaward functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex, diversified, high priority, high visibility purchases, supplies, services, and/or construction. The incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) certification, and a Contracting Officer Certificate of Appointment (COA).
Applicants for this position must meet the basic experience or education requirements stated below. For equivalent combinations of education and experience refer to OPM''s Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, which can be viewed
Basic
Qualifications: Must have completed a four year course of study leading to a bachelor''s degree with a major 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 OR Possess one year of specialized experience as described below and have been continuously employed in the 1102 series since January 1, 2000.
AND
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal services performing the following tasks: involving the procurement of supplies, services, construction, utilizing formal advertising or negotiation procedures; evaluating contract price proposals; and the administration, termination and close-out of contracts.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
You must meet all qualifications (experience, education, etc.) by the closing date of the announcement
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law ( ).
New employees of the Department of the Interior are requed by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by direct deposit.
If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, ( ) prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (USC, Title 18, Section 1001).
You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued drivers license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued drivers license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid drivers licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
If selected for this posiition, you are required to complete, a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450).
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
You will be evaluated based upon the responses you provide on the job specific questionnaire that is required as part of the application process for this position.
To receive credit, information submitted in your Assessment Questionnaire MUST relate to a specific work/experience block in your resume. Only education and experience acquired by the filing deadline will be considered. If, after reviewing your resume or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies needed to successfully perform on the job: 1) Knowledge of Federal acquisition law, regulations and procedures and skill in performing ocntract functions; 2) Skill in communicating verbally with others to establish and maintain effective relationships with contractors, supervisors, managers, and other contracting staff; 3) Skill in written communication to prepare a variety of documents, forms, correspondence, and reports.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click hereView Assessment Questions
Failure to complete the assessment questionnaire will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
Applicants meeting the basic eligibility requirements will be rated and ranked based on responses to the Assessment Questionnaire. Any statements made on the Questionnaire should be fully substantiated on the application or resume. Qualified candidates will be assigned a score between 70 and 100.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, May 27, 2014to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply online to create a USAJOBS account or log into your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and Click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents form your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Cover Letter
DD-214
OF-306
Other
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
SF-50
Transcript
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The vacancy ID is 1122082
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, May 27, 2014to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
(1) RESUME: Your resume should include work experience for each paid or non-paid position held that relates to the job for which you are applying and indicate the month/year you began and ended each job, and the number of hours worked per week. Your resume and supporting documents must include information to support your answers on the Assessment Questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your competencies.
(2) VETERAN''S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran''s preference, you MUST provide specific required evidence:
For 5-point preference: DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. - must show type of discharge on form.
For 10-point preference: DD-214, Standard Form 15 (SF-15), Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference and proof listed on the reverse of the SF-15.
Failure to submit appropriate supporting documentation will result in NOT granting veteran''s preference. For more information on Veteran''s preference, visit: .
(3) COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS: If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts or a complete list of all college or other courses taken, indicating the course titles, date attended, credit and grade received. (A copy of your official transcript will be required before entrance on duty, if selected.)
(4) CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP)/ INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Note: Please indicate on your application that you are a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive special priority selections. CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well qualified if he/she earns a score of at least 85 on the rating criteria developed for this position. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.
Once your application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. You will be notified by email or letter if you are qualified and referred to the selecting official. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: #icc.
Occasional travel may be required.
Position has no known promotion potential.
Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid if the person selected for the position is from outside the local commuting area and is otherwise eligible for the reimbursement of relocation expenses under the Federal Travel regulations.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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