CONTRACT SPECIALIST NF-4 Apply
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Duties
Uses knowledge of Department of Defense, Department of Navy, and Marine Corps Nonappropriated Fund rules and regulations for the procurement of a wide range of commercial equipment, supplies, services, and construction. Performs pre-award and post award contract functions to include solicitation development, financial analysis, negotiation and contract administration supporting the Regional Procurement Office (RPO) and Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) activities. Requirements typically involve state of the art information technology and professional services in a variety of specialty areas such as retail, behavioral health, recreation, education, financial services and Marine and Family Programs.
Uses knowledge of various types of contracts, methods of contracting and selection factors to plan strategies to procure complex requirements and conduct negotiations in pre-award and post award phases of contracting. Reviews requests, analyzes requirements, and recommends revisions to statements of work or specifications. Decides on type of contract, milestones and procurement plans. Reviews justifications for single or sole source procurement actions and prepares documentation.
Uses knowledge of a variety of: program objectives, technical services and commercial business practices to identify sources, analyze financial data and proposals to participate in planning, negotiation and administration.
Analyzes proposals for conformance with the solicitation. Performs financial analysis to determine price reasonableness. Coordinates technical evaluation to determine acceptability of technical proposals. Obtains pre-award surveys to establish contactor responsibility and obtains audits and pricing reports to develop negotiation strategy. Negotiates with potential contractors. Awards contracts within delegated contracting officer authority or recommends award to contracting officer. Conducts post award conferences and debriefings. Responds to protests of contract awards, contractor complaints and inquiries relating to procurement action.
Performs contract administration functions until final delivery and payments are completed and contracts are closed and retired. Performs warning and termination actions as required. May personally monitor contractor's performance via telephone conversations, correspondence, reports and visits for status of contract performance, scheduling, problems and proposed solutions and verification of deliveries. Interprets contract provisions for contractors and MR/MCCS officials. Negotiates contract modifications. Renders decisions on contractor complaints, inquiries relating to procurement actions and claims. In consultation with the supervisor develops priorities and critical deadlines. Independently coordinates and carries out work and resolves most problems that occur. Ensures PII compliance in the handling of personal data regarding contractors.
Serves as NAF Purchase Card Agency Program Coordinator (APC). Ensures approving officials and purchase card holders comply with MR purchase card policy and procedures, including training, review, and account maintenance. Monitors transactions, reconciliation procedures, and maximizes command use of purchase card. Ensures PII compliance in the handling of personal data.
Maintains contract files pertaining to all phases of procurement from solicitation to contract award, post award administration, and final retirement of files. Composes clear, concise and effective original correspondence and memoranda. Monitors organizational participation in system wide contracts and joint contracts with sister services as required.
Uses federal procurement laws, command contracting regulations, instructions and Comptroller General decisions as reference to complete work. Interprets guidelines to determine extent of relevance. Exercises experience judgment, initiative and resourcefulness to identify aspects regulations and laws for application, to design new provisions or innovative financial arrangements to develop justifications that include modifications that may deviate from usual practice.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- See Duties and Qualifications
EVALUATIONS:
Qualifications
(DUTIES CONTINUED)
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
Travel may be required to facilitate pre-proposal conferences, site visits, and training. Performs other related duties as assigned. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BACHELORS DEGREE in contracting, acquisition planning or a related field appropriate to the work of position AND three years of experience in the occupation, or a related field or work area, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above, OR appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above. Knowledge of federal, state and/or local contract laws, regulations and commercial business practices and procedures applicable to the acquisition of a variety of requirements. Knowledge of various types of contracts, methods of contracting and strategies to conduct negotiations in pre-award and post award phases of contracting. Knowledge of program objectives sufficient to identify sources, analyze financial data, review contract proposal, determine contractor responsibility and administer complex contract requirements.
Additional information
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
- Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
- If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
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.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
- Stability of Federal Civilian Service
- People with passion for doing work that matters
- Quality of Work Life Balance
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefit Packages
- Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.
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.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
- Stability of Federal Civilian Service
- People with passion for doing work that matters
- Quality of Work Life Balance
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefit Packages
- Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)
A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org to be considered. Applications received without college transcripts (if using education) will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
NOTE:It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.
Agency contact information
CAMP PENDLETON MCCSPhone760/725-5893EmailPendleton.Vacancies@usmc-mccs.orgAddressCAMP PENDLETON MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: PERSONNEL OFFICER
CAMP PENDLETON, CA 920555020
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All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
Varies - Review \"OTHER INFORMATION\"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
Open to Public
