Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Contract Specialist
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys - Contract Specialist - Houston, Texas
Summary:
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit
http://www.justice.gov/usao/ . As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.Responsibilities:Procures supplies or services using a knowledge of basic procurement procedures and techniques to carry out recurring assignments.Performs duties that require knowledge to procure supplies and services such as office equipment or special purpose equipment, or such services as repair, rental, educational, and maintenance of machines and equipment.Reviews requisitions to determine that proper specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents using knowledge of procurement procedures, and the laws, regulations, and precedents governing procurements.Reviews invoices and delivery orders using a knowledge of basic procurement procedures and techniques sufficient to carry out recurring assignments.Assists higher level employees by preparing routine administrative documents. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.Requirements:Conditions of Employment:Qualifications:
To be qualified for this position, you must meet BOTH the Basic Requirements and the Minimum Qualifications for GS-11.BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field, or 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 you occupy and/or have occupied a GS-1102, Contract Specialist position in the Federal Government on January 1, 2000, in one of the following grade levels GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11 or GS-12.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:GS-11: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in Federal service. Qualifying experience involves in-depth knowledge of various contracting methods, contract types, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements; established knowledge of business and industry practices sufficient to evaluate and monitor contractors' performance and provide direction and leadership as the Government's principal representative. In-depth knowledge of customers purchasing practices, equipment review processes, distribution, processing, and payment requirements and cycles. This experience required knowledge of acquisition regulations, contract methods, and contract law.-or- EDUCATION: Possession of 54 graduate semester hours (or your school's definition of three years of graduate study). To qualify for GS-1102 positions on the basis of graduate education, graduate education in one or a combination of the following fields is required: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.-or- COMBINATION OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate-level education as described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements.It is preferred that the applicant has a current Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) or equivalent.
All applicants must be able to obtain and retain a Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C). FAC-C has specific training requirements with some courses online as well as classroom courses. To maintain a FAC-C, contract professionals are required to meet the continuous training requirement.Additional Information:Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.Selective Service:
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See
www.sss.gov .Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.EEO Statement:
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.Diversity Statement:
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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Summary:
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit
http://www.justice.gov/usao/ . As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.Responsibilities:Procures supplies or services using a knowledge of basic procurement procedures and techniques to carry out recurring assignments.Performs duties that require knowledge to procure supplies and services such as office equipment or special purpose equipment, or such services as repair, rental, educational, and maintenance of machines and equipment.Reviews requisitions to determine that proper specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents using knowledge of procurement procedures, and the laws, regulations, and precedents governing procurements.Reviews invoices and delivery orders using a knowledge of basic procurement procedures and techniques sufficient to carry out recurring assignments.Assists higher level employees by preparing routine administrative documents. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.Requirements:Conditions of Employment:Qualifications:
To be qualified for this position, you must meet BOTH the Basic Requirements and the Minimum Qualifications for GS-11.BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field, or 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 you occupy and/or have occupied a GS-1102, Contract Specialist position in the Federal Government on January 1, 2000, in one of the following grade levels GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11 or GS-12.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:GS-11: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in Federal service. Qualifying experience involves in-depth knowledge of various contracting methods, contract types, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements; established knowledge of business and industry practices sufficient to evaluate and monitor contractors' performance and provide direction and leadership as the Government's principal representative. In-depth knowledge of customers purchasing practices, equipment review processes, distribution, processing, and payment requirements and cycles. This experience required knowledge of acquisition regulations, contract methods, and contract law.-or- EDUCATION: Possession of 54 graduate semester hours (or your school's definition of three years of graduate study). To qualify for GS-1102 positions on the basis of graduate education, graduate education in one or a combination of the following fields is required: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.-or- COMBINATION OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate-level education as described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements.It is preferred that the applicant has a current Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) or equivalent.
All applicants must be able to obtain and retain a Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C). FAC-C has specific training requirements with some courses online as well as classroom courses. To maintain a FAC-C, contract professionals are required to meet the continuous training requirement.Additional Information:Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.Selective Service:
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See
www.sss.gov .Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.EEO Statement:
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.Diversity Statement:
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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