Contract Specialist

Summary GPO employees possess a diverse array of talent in many administrative fields and trades. We provide other agencies with innovative services for the printing, publishing, storage, and distribution of digital content. If you are an energetic, inventive individual looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career opportunity, GPO may be the place for you. Email dated 12/6/21 This position is located in Agency Acquisitions, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia. Learn more about this agency Duties Manage purchase orders, change orders, agreements, and modifications, and monitor procurements’ payment(s) using the Contract Lifecycle Management Oracle System. Evaluate bids received and propose recommendations for the award by the agency and federal regulations. Perform cost and price analysis for various procurements. Prepare pre- and post-award acquisition-related documents for all phases of the procurement process. Prepare documents for negotiations, change orders, and modifications. Negotiate with contractors to obtain complete and adequate proposals to fulfill requirements and determine fair and reasonable pricing. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required. Selectee must successfully pass pre-employment prior to appointment. Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service. Selectee may be required to serve a one year probationary period. Selectee must be able obtain and maintain a public trust background investigation. Selectee must have an FAC-C (professional) or FAC-C Level II certification in contracting or higher. Confidential Financial Disclosure report may be required. Qualifications THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Direct Hire Authority, authorized by 5 United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 3304 and 5 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 337, Subpart B. Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to the Direct Hire process. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants for the 1102 series must meet Basic Requirements or an Exception. The applicant can qualify with the following Basic Requirements per OPM Qualifications standards for the 1102 series: A) 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field (NOTE: you must include a copy of your school transcript(s) as proof of education, and if not submitted, you will be disqualified from further consideration) OR B) Completion of at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. OR C) Exception: You must have held a GS/PG-1102 position (or equivalent) grade level on January 1, 2000. Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. Employees who occupy GS-1102 positions at grades 5 through 12 will be considered to meet the basic requirements for other GS-1102 positions up to and including those classified at GS-12. This includes positions at other agencies and promotions up through grade 12. However, employees must meet specialized experience requirements when seeking another position. AND D) CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the Basic Education Requirement and Experience Requirements, you must: Currently possess a Federal Acquisition Certificate in Contracting (FAC-C) Level II or III. AND E) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE PG-12: In addition to the Basic Requirements, and Certification above: this position requires the applicant to possess at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the PG-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector or higher. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) negotiating, awarding, and modifying contracts, 2) administering contract terms and conditions, and 3) reviewing contractors' performance to ensure compliance. Additional qualification information can be found on the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/contracting-series-1102/ 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. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement 04/30/2026to be considered. Education SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You may not substitute education for specialized experience at the PG-12 grade level. Additional information Employment of Relatives: Section 3110 of Title 5, U.S. Code, prohibits a Federal official from appointing, promoting, or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises jurisdiction. In addition, Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5, U.S. Code, makes it a "prohibited personnel practice" for a person in authority to "appoint, employ, promote, advance, or advocate for the appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement of a relative." For further information visit: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/3110 and https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/2302 Separated Employees: If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via: National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; or visit the National Archives Website. Work Life Balance: The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.). Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy; this position requires a Moderate Risk Public Trust background investigation. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background for a Moderate Risk Public Trust. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs; this process may take 6 weeks or longer. The Agency may rescind the tentative offer, if the candidate is unable to pass the background investigation. Schedule A (Disability Appointment): Documentation of eligibility for employment under Schedule A can be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The letter must be printed on a "medical professional's" letterhead and signed. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments, and the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance. The selectee will work shift 1. Occasional overtime/weekend/holiday as needed. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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