This position is located in the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), National Security Division (NSD), Executive Office in Washington, D.C. The mission of the NSD is to coordinate the Department's efforts in carrying out its core mission of combating terrorism and protecting national security.

Duties

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. The purpose of this position is to serve as a Contract Specialist, responsible for providing expert analysis and advice on complex program issues relevant to the administration of procurement and contracting work for the NSD. The duties of this Contract Specialist at the full performance level include but are not limited to: Serve as expert responsible for the full range of pre-award and post award functions in contracting, including negotiation, award, cost analysis, and administrative functions for quite often complex, enterprise-wide contracts covering information Technology (IT), supplies and services. Develop recommendations for the appropriate method of procurement of equipment and services (i.e. simplified acquisition procedures) for the organization. Perform all contracting and procurement actions in accordance with the DOJ Contract Warrant Program and executes actions as a Delegated Procurement Authority. Represent the organization on internal and external organization procurement and contracting working groups, councils, and committees to maintain administrative continuity and uniformity of process. As a delegated authority, award contracts for the entire organization within the DOJ delegated limits and serves as principal contact with the Department on actions above delegated limits. Maintain mandated technical proficiency and training to perform contracting warrant actions, Contracting Officer Representative (COR) functions and general procurement execution in support of the entire Division. Provide expert advice and analysis directly to senior management on complex program issues relevant to the execution of procurement functions. Serve as technical expert in the resolution of problems and issues related to substantive mission-oriented programs that influence the development and maintenance of relationships with various agency stakeholders in government, private industry, and/or academic institutions. Prepare statistical and management reports to improve and standardize the acquisition of equipment, furniture, and office supplies. Conduct cost benefit studies in the area of procurement to determine appropriate methods of acquiring goods and services.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
• You may be required to complete a one-year probationary or trial period.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement, at any time, if openings occur in other offices serviced by Justice Management Division, HR Operations.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• You must obtain and maintain FAC-C Professional Certification within 12 months of assignment to this position.

Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Contract Specialist, (GS-1102-9/11/12/13), you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below AND possess the required specialized experience specific to the series and grade you are applying to. Specialized Experience for the GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a Professional Contracting Specialist assisting in the acquisition and procurement of systems, equipment, or services in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. -OR- Substitution of education for experience: You have completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a major field of study appropriate to the specialization of the position. -OR- You have a combination of the experience and education. ---- Specialized Experience for the GS-11: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a Professional Contracting Specialist preparing for the acquisition and procurement of systems, equipment, or services in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. -OR- Substitution of education for experience: You have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent degree or three (3) academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M if related. -OR- You have a combination of the experience and education. ---- Specialized Experience for the GS-12: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a Professional Contracting Specialist acquiring and procuring systems, equipment, or services in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. ---- Specialized Experience for the GS-13: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a Professional Contracting Specialist leading the acquisition and procurement of systems, equipment, or services to ensure negotiations of contracts are in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. You MUST meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/30/2023. Your resume must support your responses to the questionnaire and qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume. ***Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.***

Education

This position has a positive education requirement. Details about this requirement can be found at the following OPM website:

Contracting Series, 1102 (opm.gov)

GS-05 through GS-12 Basic Requirements: To qualify for the Contract Specialist position at GS-1102-09 through 12 level, you must have successfully completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field.

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You must have successfully completed 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.
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GS-13 and above Basic Requirements: To qualify for the Contract Specialist position at GS-1102-13 level, you must meet the mandatory training requirements. 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 successfully perform the work of the position.

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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.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be creditable toward your qualifications. Therefore, you should provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation.

All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Contacts

• Address National Security Division 2 Constitution Square 145 N Street NE Room 9W.300 Washington, DC 20530 US
• Name: Randall Williams
• Email: [email protected]