CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Full Job Description

The primary purpose of this position: To serve as a Contract Officer (KO) for Special Operations Command North (SOCNORTH), providing business advice to the Commander and Director of Logistics, managing contracting functions, and overseeing the procurement of specialized commodities, systems, services, and construction.

Responsible for developing, negotiating, awarding, and closing contracts with commercial, non-profit, and government entities.

In order to qualify, you must meet the basic requirements defined in 10 United States Code (USC).This standard implements requirements contained in Title 10, United States Code, Sections 1723 through 1733, as amended by Section 861(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92) and implemented on a policy exception basis by Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment memorandum, Exception to 24 Semester Hours Requirement for Contracting Positions, effective and dated August 2, 2020.

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.

NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. NOTE: The following three exemption to the basic education requirements above apply to DoD civilian employees or Service members who: 1.

Served as a contracting officer with authority to award or administer in excess of the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) on or before 30 September 2000; OR 2.

Served, on or before 30 September 2000, in a position as either an employee in the GS-1102 series or as a member of the Armed Forces in a similar occupation specialty; OR 3.

Are an enlisted member of the Contingency Contracting Force (CCF). This exemption only applies to CCF members in their current or future CCF positions.

The Bachelor's degree exemption does not apply to current CCF members seeking New Hire employment within DoD as a 1102.

In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of contracting principles, laws, regulations, and procedures related to pre-award and post award duties to develop strategies, goals, and objectives, analyze problem areas, and implement or recommend improved methods and procedures to ensure effective procurement and contract administration; In-depth knowledge of commercial business practices, industry standards, and market conditions applicable to program and technical requirements used to evaluate offer acceptability, contractor responsibility, and/or contractor performance, and to determine acquisition strategy and sources.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible.

One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.

Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and HCA-specific policies, and their application to contracting processes for specialized commodities, systems, services, and construction.

2.

Skill in developing, negotiating, awarding, and managing contracts, including pre-solicitation tools, cost/price analysis, market research, and contract modifications, to ensure compliance and mission success.

3.

Ability to provide expert business advice, guidance, and training to stakeholders, including commanders, program personnel, and contractors, on contractual language, legal responsibilities, and acquisition strategies.

4.

Knowledge of operational and contingency mission planning processes, including the integration of contracting support into large-scale operational plans, crisis response activities, and coordination with external entities such as JCSBs and OCS.

5.

Skill in analyzing and resolving complex contract administration issues, including disputes, labor violations, claims, and performance deficiencies, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives.

6.

Ability to promote competition, commercial solutions, and small business participation in acquisition strategies, ensuring compliance with the Competition in Contracting Act and DOW/USSOCOM policies; Knowledge of procurement documentation requirements, including IGCEs, SOWs/PWSs, BCAs, and D&Fs, and their role in supporting acquisition strategies and partnerships with industry.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

Serves as the Contracting Officer (KO) and contracting Subject Matter Expert (SME) for SOCNORTH.

Manages all aspects of contracting operations, from solicitation to close-out, ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with SOCNORTH's mission objectives and regulatory requirements.

Integrates contracting support into SOCNORTH's operational and contingency mission planning to ensure seamless and effective acquisition capabilities during real-world operations and exercises.

Provides responsive and timely contracting support to SOCNORTH customers, actively contributing to the achievement of command and acquisition goals.