Contracting Specialist

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant’s eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/23/2024 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Applicant must have progressively responsible experience in purchasing commodities and services which has included cost analysis, and the development of contract requirements. This experience must have provided a knowledge of legal and administrative contracting requirements, the ability to interpret specifications and formulate descriptive data, and skill in negotiating with suppliers and transportation agencies. Experience with the NAF contracting process is highly desirable. Must possess basic computer skills, basic word processing procedures, and function keys to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as form letters, entering data into a predefined spreadsheet or database. Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to use the Internet is highly desirable. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must possess or be able to obtain a NAF Contracting Warrant of $10,000 or higher within supervisor-directed timeframe. Once obtained, it must be maintained. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background investigation.
About the position: This position will be assigned to the NAF Accounting Office on JBLE-Langley AFB. This is a Regular Full Time position that is guaranteed 35 hours per week but can be scheduled for up to 40 hours per week. .