Supervisory Contract Specialist

Supervisory Contract Specialist

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, Schriever AFB, Colorado

Salary Range: $129096 - $197200 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for directly supporting the Chief of the Contracting Office (COCO), by executing acquisition and procurement strategies for MDA. Salary Ranges are the following unless statutory/regulatory rates prevail. For the Schriever AFB, CO Location: $129,096 to $197,200 (includes 20.15% locality) For the Redstone Arsenal, AL Location: $130,987 to $197,200 (includes 21.91% locality)

Major Duties:

• This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. As a Supervisory Contract Specialist at the NH-1102-4 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Leading a team of contracting professionals in the procurement of highly specialized research and development requirements for programs/activities. Conducting acquisition planning and determining the contractual strategy to be used in the acquisition of a specific program element. Serving as a business advisor and subject matter expert to multiple major program managers and senior leaders within the agency on procurement related topics, including future procurement requirements; preparation of required procurement supporting documentation; and the resolution of specific procurement issues. Serving as a mentor to advise, develop, and reward team members to assist them in attaining career goals and achieving successful outcomes. Developing networks and building alliances with customer organizations to achieve collaboration across organizational boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the NH-04 Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 2 of the 3 specialized experience listed below to be qualified: Providing technical oversight of procurement laws, rules, regulations, and decisions on contractual actions. Supervising subordinates, evaluating performance, conducting interviews, and recommending disciplinary action. Evaluating acquisition programs and recommending contracting solutions and/or alternatives to complex requirements and challenges. 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. Basic IOR Requirements: In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1102, series as listed below: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/500066p.PDF?ver=8uLQi55jR6NBmspg1dirzg%3d%3d A. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. OR This requirement does not apply new hires into an 1102 position to a DoD civilian employee or Service member who: B. Served as a contracting officer with authority to award or administer contracts in excess of the Simplified Acquisition Threshold on or before September 30, 2000. This exception does not apply to new hires into an 1102 position. OR C. Served in an 1102 position or as a Service member in a similar occupational specialty on or before September 30, 2000. OR D. Is an enlisted member of the Contingency Contracting Force (CCF). This exemption only applies to CCF members in their current or future CCF positions. The baccalaureate degree exemption does not apply to current CCF members seeking employment within DoD as an 1102. NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12945064 Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-05-04