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SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Department of the Army

Army National Guard Units

USPFO - PURCHASING & CONTRACTING BRANCH

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Summary

This is a Temporary National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position

This National Guard position is for a Contract Specialist, Position Description Number T0046000 and is part of the United States Property and Fiscal Office - Purchasing and Contracting Division, New Jersey Army National Guard.

The purpose is to serve as a Warranted Contracting Officer and to supervise personnel engaged in procuring various supplies, services, Info Tech, Architect-Engineering Services, and construction.

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Summary

This is a Temporary National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position

This National Guard position is for a Contract Specialist, Position Description Number T0046000 and is part of the United States Property and Fiscal Office - Purchasing and Contracting Division, New Jersey Army National Guard.

The purpose is to serve as a Warranted Contracting Officer and to supervise personnel engaged in procuring various supplies, services, Info Tech, Architect-Engineering Services, and construction.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Fort Dix, NJ

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $125,431 - $163,062 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 13

Promotion potential None - THIS IS A TEMPORARY position T5: This position is projected for one year and may be extended. This position is only available until incumbent returns from military orders, or funding is exhausted. This position will not extend past four (4) years

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Temporary promotion

Occupations and job series

• 1102 Contracting

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number NJ-13066143-AR-26-181 Control number 885222200

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Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

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New Jersey Army National Guard

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As a SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST, GS-1102-13, you will:

• Exercise supervisory personnel management and contracting responsibilities
• Ensure timely submission of technical progress reports and performance metrics
• Execute post-award contract performance management actions on assigned contracts
• Resolve problems that limit competition and modifies clauses that discourage potential offers
• Analyze price and cost elements of the proposed change(s) and obtain audits when required
• Monitor and evaluate contractor performance for compliance with terms and conditions of contracts
• Advise and provide counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management
• Plans the overall approach to meet contracting program objectives for procuring a wide variety of requirements
• Select appropriate contracting approaches, techniques, and procedures to solve a variety of acquisition problems
• Prepare final contract to include appropriate standard clauses and special provisions, final pricing and payment terms, and incentives
• Initiate, establish, maintain and complete contract file documentation using electronic business systems including PD2 and VCE modules
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Conditions of employment

Additional Employment Requirements:

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• Must possess Active, Confidential Security Clearance
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

Areas of Consideration: T32-CAT 2/T5-CAT 5

• ALL PERMANENT, ON-BOARD, T32/T5 EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE USPFO

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour

Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Certification

The Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requires specific training requirements for current contracting and acquisition employees. To be considered for this position, you must have completed training for and currently posses the DAWIA Contracting Professional certification.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: 12 months of broadening contracting experience equivalent to at least GS-1102-12 level that has provided full competencies of contracting principles and procedures that included the following activities:

• Contract Termination
• Procurement Policies
• Contract Administration
• Advanced Cost/Price Analysis
• Developing and Negotiating Positions

Must have one year of specialized contracting experience at the GS-12 level that required a working knowledge of a wide variety of contracting methods and contract types sufficient to perform pre-award/post-award and/or contract price/costanalysis. Must have experience performing acquisition planning; contract price and cost analysis/cost accounting techniques, comprehensive negotiation techniques and a working knowledge of statutes and regulations as they apply to procurement functions. Must have Contracting Professional, DAWIA Certification (or equivalent, see Certifications Issued by Federal (non-DoD) Organizations below). Any applicant selected will receive a tentative offer of appointment contingent upon passing a Contracting Officer Review Board (CORB),and obtaining a contracting warrant.

Education

Education Requirements

• Must have a four year course of study leading to an undergraduate degree (Bachelors Degree) with a major in any field; with 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

Exemption: You are exempt from the education requirements above if (A) you are a current DoD employee, in any occupational series, who has served on or before September 30, 2000, as follows: (1) Served as a GS/equivalent-1102 position or contracting officer position with authority to award or administer contracts above the SAT in any Federal agency, OR (2) Served as a military member in a comparable military occupational specialty; OR (B) you are a current member of the armed forces who occupied a position within an occupational specialty similar to the GS-1102 series on or before September 30, 2000.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

THIS IS A TEMPORARY position T5: This position is projected for one year and may be extended. This position is only available until incumbent returns from military orders, or funding is exhausted. This position will not extend past four (4) years

IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

Telework

The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Directors approval.

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour.

Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Contracting/Procurement, Planning and Evaluating, and Problem Solving

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming veterans preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veterans preference.

• 10-Point Veterans Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference" plus the supporting documentation as required by the SF-15.
• 5-Point Veterans Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.

Benefits

Help

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Your full name, address, civilian email address and current telephone number must be on your resume. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR RESUME EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS. To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM Your resume must show relevant experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employers name and address, supervisors name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr.), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010-July 2019 or January 2006-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications. If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position2. Your most recent (non-award) Standard Form 50 (SF50). (if applicable) Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade3. Proof of certification for all requisite certification requirements as outlined within this job opportunity announcement. (If applicable)4. Supporting documentation for all Veterans Preference claims i.e., DD 214, SF-15, Medical Information, etc. (if applicable)

If you are claiming veterans preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veterans preference.- 10-Point Veterans Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference" plus the supporting documentation as required by the SF-15.- 5-Point Veterans Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.

Acceptable documentation for claiming Vet Pref:

https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content

Determine your eligibility for Veterans Preference in hiring

elaws - Veterans Preference Advisor (dol.gov)

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resumes, supporting documents, official transcripts (copies) if needed, licenses, SF 50 etc.) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully prior to the announcement closing. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify, change or add anything to your application packet after the closing date. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position. Incomplete packets will not be considered for the position.

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

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Bernard Nartey

Email bernard.t.nartey.civ@army.mil Address NJ USPFO

Bldg 3601 Saylors Pond Road

Fort Dix, NJ 08640

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

Help

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Your full name, address, civilian email address and current telephone number must be on your resume. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR RESUME EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS. To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM Your resume must show relevant experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employers name and address, supervisors name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr.), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010-July 2019 or January 2006-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications. If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position2. Your most recent (non-award) Standard Form 50 (SF50). (if applicable) Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade3. Proof of certification for all requisite certification requirements as outlined within this job opportunity announcement. (If applicable)4. Supporting documentation for all Veterans Preference claims i.e., DD 214, SF-15, Medical Information, etc. (if applicable)

If you are claiming veterans preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veterans preference.- 10-Point Veterans Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference" plus the supporting documentation as required by the SF-15.- 5-Point Veterans Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.

Acceptable documentation for claiming Vet Pref:

https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content

Determine your eligibility for Veterans Preference in hiring

elaws - Veterans Preference Advisor (dol.gov)

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resumes, supporting documents, official transcripts (copies) if needed, licenses, SF 50 etc.) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully prior to the announcement closing. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify, change or add anything to your application packet after the closing date. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position. Incomplete packets will not be considered for the position.

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

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Help

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

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Agency contact information

Bernard Nartey

Email bernard.t.nartey.civ@army.mil Address NJ USPFO

Bldg 3601 Saylors Pond Road

Fort Dix, NJ 08640

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A TEMPORARY position T5: This position is projected for one year and may be extended. This position is only available until incumbent returns from military orders, or funding is exhausted. This position will not extend past four (4) years

Agency contact information

Bernard Nartey

Email bernard.t.nartey.civ@army.mil Address NJ USPFO

Bldg 3601 Saylors Pond Road

Fort Dix, NJ 08640

US

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Learn more about what its like to work at Army National Guard Units, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

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Summary

This is a Temporary National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position

This National Guard position is for a Contract Specialist, Position Description Number T0046000 and is part of the United States Property and Fiscal Office - Purchasing and Contracting Division, New Jersey Army National Guard.

The purpose is to serve as a Warranted Contracting Officer and to supervise personnel engaged in procuring various supplies, services, Info Tech, Architect-Engineering Services, and construction.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Fort Dix, NJ

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $125,431 - $163,062 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 13

Promotion potential None - THIS IS A TEMPORARY position T5: This position is projected for one year and may be extended. This position is only available until incumbent returns from military orders, or funding is exhausted. This position will not extend past four (4) years

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Temporary promotion

Occupations and job series

• 1102 Contracting

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number NJ-13066143-AR-26-181 Control number 885222200

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