IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION Open to the public. Military membership is not required and Veteran's Preference applies. LOCATION: USPFO, Purchasing & Contracting Div, Johnston, Iowa

Duties

As a CONTRACT SPECIALIST (TITLE 5), GS-1102-7/9/11, you will perform the following duties. 1. Follows established procedures to procure off-the-shelf materials, which are available from numerous commercial sources, and are easily identified by common names for which standard price lists are available. Responds to customer needs to procure repetitive items or services for which specifications have become standardized and where established competitive markets and price competition exists. Reviews requisitions to determine if proper specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents. Suppliers are generally available, however; performs search of the market or uses sole source suppliers as required or necessary to complete procurement actions. Selects clauses to cover special conditions, such as inspection and acceptance, marking and packaging, quantity variation, price differential, or transportation costs. Contacts technical personnel to resolve questions of applicability of specifications, classifications of terms, or acceptance of substitute items. Meets with commercial representatives to discuss procurement needs, quality of items or services, current market prices, or delivery schedules. Ensures completed actions comply with regulatory requirements and responsive to customer needs. Determines appropriate contract type and method of procurement (oral, formal advertising or negotiation) based on nature of the requirement, urgency of need, estimated cost, market conditions, and applicable procurement policies and regulations. Under close review of senior specialist or supervisor, incumbent is responsible for a variety of contracts which may require special handling provisions or other specialized terms and conditions, some of which cover a period of more than one year. 2. Prepares Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB) or Request for Proposal (RFP) ensuring that technical descriptions and appropriate provisions and clauses are included. Develops source lists of responsible contractors, coordinating with the small business specialist. Uses primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts using standard clauses. Reviews quotations, bids or proposals for compliance with solicitation, price reasonableness, adequacy of competition, and probability of meeting requirements. Evaluates prospective contract price utilizing basic price analysis techniques by research and review of available historical and precedent data, manufacturer's catalogs, current labor rates, comparison of other competitive quotes/offers received and/or standard industrial cost and price data. On negotiated procurements, assignments are designed to increase the incumbent's knowledge, skills, and abilities. In such situations, following specific guidance, contacts offering parties or contractors to conduct simple contract negotiations such as the negotiation of prices for routine items or services, to request earlier delivery date or closer conformance to specifications, or similar matters. Reviews performance and financial capability of offering party through review of past awards, requests for performance and/or analysis of pre-award survey information, and/or limited price analysis for which a considerable amount of historical and precedent data are available. Prepares recommendation for award, documenting reasons for decisions and justifying basis for award. Award recommendations are reviewed prior to signature for documentation, judgment, and compliance with policies and procedures. Drafts contract, including specifications and all other special and standard clauses for signature. 3. Assists in monitoring contract performance, contract closeout, and if needed, contract termination. Monitors contract performance through telephone conversations, correspondence, site visits, inspections, analysis of contractor metrics, for compliance with performance standards, applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, inspections, progress reports, and other requirements stated in the contract. Meets with contractors and Government Officials to clarify issues on contractual requirements, such as billing procedures, material submittals, and socioeconomic clauses. Participates in negotiations of extension of delivery schedules, price adjustments, modifications to the contract, and similar agreements when precedents are well established, and the contractor's and governments bargaining position are close. Prepares administrative change order documents or supporting memoranda. Identifies potential problems and makes recommendation for consideration by higher grade specialist or team leader. Performs other duties as assigned. T0050

Requirements

• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Perform irregular/overtime hours in support of operational requirements and contingencies
• Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.
• Contracting certification must be met IAW DoDI 5000.66
• The incumbent must meet the continuing acquisition education, training and experience requirements IAW DoDI 5000.66
• In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• The incumbent must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year.

Qualifications

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Must have experience in positions supporting competencies in business, finance, risk management, project management, or supply chain management. Experience must include competencies such as skill in collecting and analyzing data and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and other professional competencies in procurement administration or purchase card management. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:GS11027/9/11- Applicant must have following experience: GS-07 - (Foundational Level) - Must have one year of experience in positions collecting and analyzing data. Experience assisting in business management, financial management, project management, risk management, or supply chain management. GS-09 - (Foundational Level) - Must have one year of experience in contracting at the GS-07 grade level that provided exposure to the full scope of contracting and acquisition and a working knowledge in one or more of the following areas: (1) A knowledge of contracting authority and responsibility, (2) Contract principles and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, (3) Contractor responsibility standards, (4) Regulatory compliance, (5) Knowledge of Federal supply schedule contracting, and (6) Knowledge of acquisition definitions and applicability. In addition to participating in education and training courses, individuals are expected to develop their required competencies through relevant on-the-job experience, which may include rotational assignments. GS-11 - (Practitioner Level) - Must have one year of contracting experience at the GS-09 level performing work in the following areas as applicable to the position being filled: (1) Pre-award of contracts related to development of a solicitation. Acquisition planning, requesting offers, and developing offers by evaluation of solicitation and finalizing offers, (2) Award of contracts that includes forming a contract, and (3) Post-Award actions to administer the contract. Competencies at the practitioner category emphasize functional specialization in contracting. Specialized experience may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction. Individuals at this category are expected to have and apply journeyman level acquisition-related skills. Must have Level 1, DAWIA Foundational Certifica

Education

Mandatory Positive Education - Minimum education requirement a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. To receive credit for education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address IA USPFO 7105 NW 70th Ave Johnston, IA 50131-1824 US
• Name: Alyssa Smith
• Phone: 515-252-4682
• Email: [email protected]