Contract Specialist

The purpose of this position is to perform developmental assignments which are designed to provide the employee the application of common contracting methods and contract types, and to assist in the procurement of standard or specialized service; supply; and/or construction items, services, and/or materials primarily through formal advertising, or through limited use of negotiation techniques. The position is centrally managed and funded by the Headquarters Air Force Personnel Center.DutiesPlans acquisitions for standard or specialized services, programs, commodities and/or construction contracts where specifications are standardized or not standardized where sole source or competitive markets exist.Develops solicitations, evaluates responses, and makes award recommendations.Monitors contract performance and performs contract administration.Provides advice and assistance to others relating to contracting work and prepares correspondence.RequirementsPlease read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for considerationU.S. Citizenship is requiredMales must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govIf 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.Total salary varies depending on location of positionPosition may be subject to random drug testingEmployee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidaysShift work and emergency overtime may be requiredEmployee must maintain current certificationsDisclosure of Political AppointmentsStudent Loan Repayment may be authorizedRecruitment Incentive may be authorized for this positionThe employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.The employee must meet the continuing acquisition education requirements IAW DoDI 5000.66 Paragraph E.2.2.8.Certain positions and/or rotations require a top secret clearance; therefore, individuals selected for these positions will be required to obtain and maintain a top secret clearance.As part of the clearance individuals may be required to undergo polygraph and drug testing as a condition of employmentYou will be required to serve a one year probationary periodIn accordance with 5 CFR 2634 Part I, the employee may be required to file an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annuallyA security clearance may be requiredMobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training #J-18808-Ljbffr