Contract Specialist
Joint Activities
Posted: March 6, 2026 (0 days ago)
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United States Fleet Forces Command
Department of the Navy
Location
Maryland
Salary
$121,785 - $158,322
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves managing government contracts from start to finish, including planning what needs to be bought, reviewing proposals, and handling changes after the contract is awarded.
It supports the Navy's fleet operations in Maryland.
A good fit would be someone with experience in procurement or contract administration who pays close attention to details and understands federal rules.
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Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
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Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GG/GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing duties such as the following: Authoring key acquisition planning documents, including Performance Work Statements (PWS), Statements of Work (SOW), and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP) to define and support complex program requirements.
Analyzing the cost elements of contractor proposals to perform price reasonableness analysis and provide data-driven recommendations for competitive range determinations.
Managing the complete contract lifecycle, from initial acquisition planning and proposal analysis through comprehensive post-award administration and final contract closeout procedures.
Executing contract modifications and ensuring all administrative actions, from funding adjustments to performance evaluations, are properly documented and processed in accordance with federal acquisition policy.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Additional qualification information can be found from the following DON DCIPS policy website: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/doni/Naval%20Intelligence%20Activity/Chapter%205%20-%20Employment%20and%20Placement.pdf Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Major Duties:
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