SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST.

Responsibilities You will plan and direct the work of the unit through leading a group of contract specialists actively engaged in assigned technical and administrative matters related to firm fixed-price and cost-type contracts. You will review subordinate work packages and deliverables to ensure clarity, adequacy, and completeness. You will perform a full range of contracting duties as a contract specialist. You will prepare workload forecasts and provide contract status reports. You will provide advice on work methods, practices, and procedures and assist the team in identifying the parameters of a viable solution. You will collect, facilitate, prepare, and provide all associated data calls, document reviews, metric reports, and presentations in support of the Branch Head. You will perform and provide decisions, determinations, approvals and contractual actions obligating the government within your warrant authority. You will ensure business clearance documentation clearly justifies recommendations and meets regulatory and departmental standards. Requirements Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy must successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check. Current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level (time‑in‑grade). Within the Department of Defense, the appointment of retired military members within 180 days after retirement to a civilian position is subject to 10 U.S.C. § 3326. Males born after 12‑31‑59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty; failure to maintain clearance may result in withdrawal of a job offer or removal. This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA); certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established time frames. You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE‑450, within 30 days of appointment. This position may require work onboard ships, the ability to climb ladders, and travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS, including remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. Qualifications At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS‑12 grade level, or an equivalent experience in the private or public sector, performing as a professional contract specialist, mentoring a team of professional contractors by overseeing negotiations and administration of contracts to meet objectives and deadlines within an organization. Education Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees (unless exempt by prior service requirements). Benefits A career in the U.S. government offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and their families, including health, retirement, and paid leave programs. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and employment status. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Pacific Fleet