This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office of Administration (OA), Acquisition Management Division (AMD). DOJ's mission is to uphold the rule of law, keep the country safe and protect civil rights. OJP's mission is to provide leadership, resources and solutions for creating safe, just and engaged communities.

Duties

Serves as a Contracting Officer in the Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office of Administration (OA), Acquisition Management Division (AMD). Analyzes requirements and recommends revisions to statements of work and the specifications they contain. Provides assistance to requestors by aiding in the definition, preparation and submission of required documents and forms for the Government's need. Surveys the market to determine the availability of items and services with specialized requirements. Assists the customer with development of acquisition documents (Acquisition Plan, D&F, Sole Source Documentation, etc) Identifies appropriate contract types such as labor hour, time and material, or firm fixed price. Determines procurement strategy, including any, small business set-aside decisions and terms. Leads technical evaluations as Source Selection Decision Authority and awards contract vehicles within warrant authority Negotiates price, contract specifications, delivery dates, incentives, and other terms and conditions. Prepares and coordinates case files on appeals, protests, or mistakes in the bidding procedures of assigned contracts. Procures acquisition supplies/services utilizing NASA SEWP, GSA Schedule, NITAAC, etc

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
• Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• 1-year probationary period may be required.
• Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive/Moderate Risk

Qualifications

Basic Entry Requirements: A. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; OR B. 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. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: Supports pre-award and post-award activities across a wide range of procurement tasks to determine procurement strategies and to develop and oversee the procurement and contract administration program. Contributes to the creation of innovative contractual language, terms, and conditions. Aids in the development of pre-negotiations for the acquisition of a system. Assists with post-award negotiations involving contract changes or modifications. Negotiates with vendors to acquire products or services or to address technical requirements, cost/pricing, or other terms and conditions. Interprets and/or applies Federal laws (or similar), acquisition regulations, policies, contract law and procedures applicable to acquisition and contract administration which includes change orders, supplemental agreements, terminations, claims, and close out of contracts. Establishes and/or monitors acquisition milestones to ensure progress toward award. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This position has a positive education requirement. Please see the Qualifications section for more information.

Contacts

• Address Office of Administration DO NOT MAIL Washington, DC 20531 US
• Name: Jessica Harman
• Phone: 202-856-8521
• Email: [email protected]