- Position Title
- Supervisory Contract Specialist (Time-Limited Assignment)
- Agency
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Announcement Number
- CERI256781592023 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, February 26, 2025 to Monday, March 3, 2025
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Eligibilities
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Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying on Time-Limited Assignments
This job opportunity announcement is open to current, permanent Army employees that would occupy the position under a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade not to exceed (NTE). You are eligible in this category if you fall into one of the following:
• ARMY CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. Block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1." Army employees can access their SF-50 at: MyBiz.
• ARMY CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE VETERANS RECRUITMENT APPOINTMENT (VRA). If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit an SF-50 showing current Army Excepted Service VRA appointment (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"2.").
Supporting documentation: You are required to submit the documents which prove you are a current Department of the Army employee in one of the categories described above. To obtain a copy of SF-50s from employment with the Department of Defense, go to My Biz at https://compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil/.
Note: The "current Army employee" category does not include permanent Army National Guard employees in the competitive service.
Are you eligible to apply as a Current Department of Army Civilian Employee Applying on Time-Limited Assignments?
This job opportunity announcement is open to current, permanent Army employees that would occupy the position under a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade not to exceed (NTE). You are eligible in this category if you fall into one of the following:
• ARMY CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. Block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1." Army employees can access their SF-50 at: MyBiz.
• ARMY CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE VETERANS RECRUITMENT APPOINTMENT (VRA). If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit an SF-50 showing current Army Excepted Service VRA appointment (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"2.").
Supporting documentation: You are required to submit the documents which prove you are a current Department of the Army employee in one of the categories described above. To obtain a copy of SF-50s from employment with the Department of Defense, go to My Biz at https://compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil/.
Note: The "current Army employee" category does not include permanent Army National Guard employees in the competitive service.
Are you eligible to apply as a Current Department of Army Civilian Employee Applying on Time-Limited Assignments?
Preferences
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Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
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Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. Are you willing to submit the proper documentation to have a background investigation completed?
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Financial Disclosure Statement OGE Form 450 is used to assist agencies and employees to avoid conflicts between duties and financial interest. This position requires pre-employment financial disclosure and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R. Are you willing to disclose your financial affiliations prior to employment and annually thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position?
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Position may be filled as a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade not to exceed (NTE) 5 years. A temporary position may be extended to a maximum of five years and may be terminated at any time during the duration of the appointment, depending upon the needs of management. Are you available for temporary employment?
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Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights. Are you willing to serve a one year probationary period?
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This position is supervisory as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) General Schedule Supervisory Guide (GSSG). A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed. Are you willing to serve a one year supervisory probation period?
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This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 20% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 20% of the time?
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Unless specifically granted a position waiver by the Director of Acquisition Career Management or the Army Acquisition Executive the following requirements are mandated:
- Selectee must execute a written tenure agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years.
- Selectee must obtain the highest Career Category Level of certification in the assigned Career Category/Functional Area. The exception is Program Management, which requires Practitioner or higher Career Level certification. The assigned Career Category/Functional Area and Career Level Certification Category can be found on the sequenced position Conditions of Employment data fields in the header of the PD/PRD.
- Foundational Career Level Certification or Contracting Professional Certification must be met within 3 years.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Supervisory Contract Specialist position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
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Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Supervisory Contract Specialist at the GS-14 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Supervisory Contract Specialist at the GS-14 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
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Utilize knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and acquisition processes (e.g. cost/price analysis, negotiation process, source selection) in performing oversight of contracting or procurement and administration.
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Perform oversight of solicitation documents ensuring appropriate provisions and clauses are included and ensuring solicitations are consistent with requirements/purchase request.
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Review controversial contract issues to resolve problems and provide clear and concise recommendations.
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Resolve complex acquisition and business problems of a potentially long range impact on overall command wide acquisition program matters.
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Coordinate and respond to higher headquarters taskers and provide expert input on higher headquarters draft policy.
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Use analytical skills sufficient to evaluate audit reports, regulations and other relevant material as a basis for developing and implementing guides or procedures.
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Provide day-to-day management and direction for a diverse Contracting/Procurement organization.
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Seek out and implement best practices that promote the interests of the government in contracting.
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Coordinate efforts to increase efficiency within the District.
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Identify weak, nonexistent, or excessive controls, provide recommendations, and initiate actions necessary to correct deficiencies.
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Review all aspects of contracts, e.g. source selection plans, acquisition plans, price negotiation memoranda, contract type, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations.
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Evaluate regulations and other relevant materials and provide guidance to customers and contracting personnel.
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Analyze contract award complaints and inquiries regarding items such as: settlement proposals, audit reports, technical evaluations, and subcontractor claims to reach resolution at the lowest practicable level.
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Exercise decision authority in scheduling and allocating assigned resources, monitoring progress of major programs and defining functions and establishing tasks.
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Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, difficulty of assignments and the capabilities of employees.
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Provide the leadership necessary to maintain an effective and productive workforce.
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Develop performance plans and rates employees for annual evaluations.
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Administer disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands to correct misconduct.
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Provide advice, counsel or instruction to individual employees as required on both work and administrative matters.
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Prepare written guidance and decisions to explain and defend decisions to contracting personnel, contractors, or higher level reviewing officials.
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Express thoughts and ideas in an effective manner using verbal communication skills.
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Deliver oral communications to present sensitive recommendations or objections to higher authority to obtain compliance with policies from subordinate activities and to represent the department or agency.
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Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.