The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a senior services contract evaluator for a variety of routine and complex service contracts. Performs Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and quality assurance evaluation (QAE) functions, which include inspecting/monitoring contractor performance. This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Service Contract Evaluator, GS-1101-09.

Duties

Performs COR and QAE duties for a variety of service contracts. Develops documentation for renewal contracts and solicitation of new contracts, and assists the contracting officer/administrator during the award process. Performs property administration duties for Government owned equipment/items associated with service contracts as appointed. Advises facility managers in the application of appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques pertaining to various service contracts. Establishes and maintains program, project, and administrative materials/files, publications, and documentation.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments
• May be required to work overtime
• The employee is required to drive a Government vehicle in the performance of duties; a valid U.S. state driver’s license is required
• The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable background check to gain access to agency computer systems
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
• A pre-employment physical examination will be required, per SA-2020-25

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. GS-05 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have three years of general work experience, with one year of that experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal Service. Examples of experience include working with commercial business practices and market conditions that relate to grounds and facility operations support requirements to assist customers in developing service contracts, evaluate bids, determine contractor responsibilities, and evaluate contractor performance and working with the principles, concepts and methodology of applied COR/QAE and functions, methods, regulations, practices, and precedents. OR EDUCATION: Successfully complete a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. GS-07 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes working with commercial business practices and market conditions that relate to grounds and facility operations support requirements to assist customers in developing service contracts, evaluate bids, determine contractor responsibilities, and evaluate contractor performance and working with the principles, concepts and methodology of applied COR/QAE and functions, methods, regulations, practices, and precedents. OR EDUCATION: Have successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position OR A Bachelor's Degree with superior academic achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, education must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit transcripts. GS-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes working with commercial business practices and market conditions that relate to grounds and facility operations support requirements to assist customers in developing service contracts, evaluate bids, determine contractor responsibilities, and evaluate contractor performance and working with the principles, concepts and methodology of applied COR/QAE and functions, methods, regulations, practices, and precedents. OR EDUCATION: A master's or equivalent graduate degree or2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE GS-07 and GS-09 POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: GS-5/7 1. Knowledge of basic principles of Service Contract Evaluator or related field. 2. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. 3. Ability to learn basic techniques of a Service Contract Evaluator. 4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. 5. Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers. GS-9 1. Basic knowledge of business administration management methods, principles, concepts, policies and regulation's ability to evaluate contracted services, ensure financial requirements, and provide facility operations support. 2. Ability to plan and execute quality assurance and contract officer representative rules, regulations, principles, methods, techniques, and practices to develop contract requirements, evaluate contractor performance, maintain documentation, and recommend program changes. 3. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, devise solutions to problems, and identify shortfalls/changes required. 4. Skill in conducting briefings, meetings, and interviews with supervisors, employees, management officials, and contractor personnel to obtain specific and unique information about organization missions, functions, and work procedures. 5. Knowledge of standard agency computer programs, tools, and techniques in support of research, analysis, budgeting, and reporting to accomplish project assignments involving several interrelated tasks. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, and in writing, to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Cannon AFB 110 E Alison Avenue Ste 2038 Cannon AFB, NM 88103 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]