Contract Specialist

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses at least one of the following the: A Ph. D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. At least 3 years of specialized experience and demonstrated job performance in a contracting position. An equivalent combination of education and specialized experience. A qualified candidate also possesses the following: Knowledge of NAF and appropriated fund procurement operations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge and application of Federal statutes, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and CNIC procurement/contracting regulations as well as various industry practices, publications, and trends. Knowledge and application of automated accounting systems and on-line computer programs. Experience and Skill in the use of a computer including automated systems (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, spreadsheets, databases, etc.). Experience and Skill in analyzing/evaluating records, reports, regulations, and other relevant materials pertaining to procurement/contracting, and in preparing reports. Experience and Skill in conducting subject matter related training. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
This position is assigned to the Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Acquisitions Branch (N945); Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. Incumbent Serves as a Headquarters (HQ) Contract Specialist providing procurement and procurement-related support to CNIC HQ and FFR activities; Fleet and Family Support Centers; and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).