The employee serves as a Contract Specialist with the Office of Budget and Financial Management and provides pre-award and post-award contracting support for assigned projects in acquiring a large variety of supplies and services through commercial acquisition procedures, simplified acquisition procedures, federal supply schedules, delivery order and task order competitions from indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity contracts, and interagency agreements with other Federal government agencies.

Duties

Position Overview The Contract Specialist assists program office(s) and supports Senior Contract Specialists in defining the acquisition needs, identifying sources for goods and services, determining the most appropriate method of procurement, negotiating the terms and conditions of contracts, and implementing all acquisition policies and procedures. Major Duties & Responsibilities Ensures contracts and purchases meet the requirements of contracting provisions of the Small Business Act and the Dodd-Frank financial reform legislation. Assists, leads, plans, develops, and establishes the acquisition strategy for the assigned projects and manages the resultant contract. Determines the types of contracts and contract vehicle to be used and prepares all supporting acquisition-related documents. Coordinates with General Counsel and other offices during the acquisition process. Appoints the Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs) and assigns Invoice Approvers, and provides guidance and assistance, as applicable. Provides guidance to a Technical Evaluation Panel (TEP) concerning the proper evaluation techniques pertinent to the respective acquisition. Ensures evaluation team adheres to the established acquisition strategy identified in the acquisition plan and solicitation. Solicits quotes, orally or through written requests for quotations (RFQ). Develops RFQ solicitation packages with appropriate provisions and terms and conditions. Directs or assists in a full range of contract administration actions required for the acquisition program, including the issuance of contract modifications, negotiation of changes, exercise of options, investigation and resolution of contractor delays, contractor past performance evaluation, disposition of claims, terminations, and similar matters. Prepares award documentation, performs post-award follow-up and administration, to include negotiating minor price changes, changes in terms of delivery, cancellations of orders, etc., and closes out the calls and orders. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) Chapter 343.
• FHFA participates in e-Verify. All New hires must complete the I-9 Employment Verification form either on or before their first day of employment. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
• This is NOT a remote position; you MUST live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the duty location.
• Failure to obtain FAC-C certification within 18 months from the date of appointment may lead to termination, as obtaining and maintaining this certification is a Condition of Employment.

Qualifications

You may qualify for your desired series and grade level if you meet the following qualification requirements: BASIC REQUIREMENTS: A 4-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- Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. Employees who occupy GS-1102 positions at grades 5 through 12 will be considered to meet the basic requirements for other GS-1102 positions up to and including those classified at GS-12. This includes positions at other agencies and promotions up through grade 12. However, employees must meet specialized experience requirements when seeking another position. (Supporting SF-50 or equivalent required with application for those claiming the exception to the Basic Requirement.) Please note that those who meet this exception are still required to satisfy the minimum qualification requirements for the EL/GS-11 level. In addition to meeting the above basic education or education and experience requirements, applicants must also meet the following minimum qualifications for their desired grade level: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualification EL-11: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level and/or directly related education as described below. From the description below, if you choose options "B" or "C" you must provide transcripts with your application. A. Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-11 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-09 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the following: Planning, coordinating, negotiating and assuring completion of approvals for long term pre-award and/or post-award procurement actions. Using procurement regulations and a variety of contracting procedures for pre-award or post-award phases, such as in the procurement of supplies, services or equipment. Providing technical assistance to staff and management. Providing guidance, both orally and in writing, to assist in the development, negotiation, and formulation of contracting and procurement documents. -OR- B. Education: Completion of three (3) full academic years of progressively higher graduate-level education or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college of university directly related to the work of the position (i.e., accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.). -OR- C. Combination of education and experience as described above in options "A" and "B". Note: Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education more than the amount required for the next lower grade level. Two academic years of graduate education is the number of credits hours determined to represent two academic years of full-time study (i.e., 36 semester hours (or 54 quarter hours). **Failure to provide your transcripts, when required, for any of the options above will remove you from the hiring process.** Certification: This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain FAC-C certification within 18 months of the date of appointment. Current/Active FAC-C (Professional) or DOD Contracting Professional Certification Professional Certification holders are strongly encouraged to apply. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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 further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY 400 7th Street, SW Washington, DC 20219 US
• Name: Andrea Engler Lepage
• Email: [email protected]