Public Notice For Direct Hire (Contracting) - Scott AFB, Illinois
Job Offered by Department of Defense
Job Summmary
This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense using hiring authority in 5 USC 9905. Veterans Preference: Veterans preference does not apply under this Direct-Hire Authority (DHA). DISA is seeking energetic & talented Contract Specialists to join the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization. Positions are located at Scott Air Force Base, IL (approx. 25 miles east of St. Louis, MO).
Who can apply
- The public
Job Duties
- Prepares Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and/or Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for IT products and services.
- Assists in planning negotiation strategy, contracting price evaluation, and upon completion of negotiations, assure contract file in in proper order.
- Prepares a narrative of the procurement actions and prepare contractual documents for the Contracting Officers signature.
- Researches applicable contract provisions.
- Reviews various contract processes in order to identify risks and to notify Contracting Officer or supervisor to resolve the problem.
Requirements
Qualification
Basic Education Standards for positions in the 1102 series: Bachelor's degree from an accredited education institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. Education Exemptions: The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD 1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current DoD employees or Armed Forces members, who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000, are exempt from meeting this requirement. Failure to provide SF-50 or career brief (for Armed Forces members) dated prior to October 1, 2000 will result in disqualification (this includes DISA employees).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. Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Specialized Experience: For the GS-07, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal Service, Military, or Private Sector. Your resume MUST demonstrate experience interpreting regulations, or experience assisting in drafting routine documentation in support of contracts or other related business arrangements. If Selected at the GS-07 ACWA testing will be required. For the GS-09, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal Service, Military, or Private Sector. Your resume MUST demonstrate experience in contracting methods and performing basic price or cost analysis. Candidates must describe how their experience meets the specialized experience requirement within the body of their resume. In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements, qualified applicants must also possess the quality of experience as it relates to how closely or to what extent an applicant's background, recency of experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Candidates must clearly demonstrate the possession of competencies necessary to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate level to be qualified for the position. Applicants must describe how their experience meets the competencies within the body of the resume. No separate statements addressing competencies are required. Qualification requirements must be met within 30 days of resume submission. Email your resume to: [email protected] & reference "Announcement 12609616."
Education
Please do NOT submit transcripts in response to this announcement. They will be requested at a later date if the applicant is selected for further consideration. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: For the GS-07 Position, you may substitute education for specialized experience: You must have completed 1 full academic year of graduate education or law school or superior academic achievement. One full year of graduate education is the number of hours the school determines to equal one year. If this information is unavailable, 18 semester hours will be used as the standard. (You MUST submit transcripts or proof of education to verify your claim). Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A.) is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. Bachelors degree required or a senior in college can apply with certain considerations (please use link to OPM to determine if you qualify) Class standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses. Grade Point Average (GPA) - 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum. Election to membership in specific National Scholastic Honor Societies. Additional information on S.A.A. and/or which Honor Societies are recognized click on the link to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Classification & Qualifications Standards: Superior Academic Achievement NOTE: 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. For the GS-09 Position, you may substitute education for specialized experience: You must have completed two full years of progressively higher level graduate education, Master's or equivalent graduate degree. NOTE: 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. Graduate Education: 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. Education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services . Please do NOT submit transcripts in response to this announcement. They will be requested at a later date if the applicant is selected for further consideration.
Additional information
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for Scott AFB, IL and will be used to fill few vacancies. This public notice is to gather resumes that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Selections may be made at any grade level. This recruitment may provide promotion opportunity to target position without further competition when selectee is eligible and recommended by management. However promotion is not guaranteed and no promise of a promotion is implied. You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility. A one year probationary or trial period may be required. Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. Moving costs MAY be paid. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. This is a covered position and the person selected for this position must complete an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment pursuant to 5 CFR 2634.903(b) (DoD 5500.7). Contracting Foundational/Professional: The incumbent must obtain Acquisition certification in the Contracting Functional Area at the Contracting Professional Functional Tier within 36 months of entry into this position, in accordance with DoD Instruction 5000.66, Defense Acquisition Workforce Education, Training, Experience, and Career Development Program. The incumbent must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years in accordance with the 4th Estate Director for Acquisition Career Management (DACM) Common Continuous Learning Cycle (unless prorated) from the time they are appointed to an Acquisition Workforce position, both while working toward and after obtaining the required certification. Additional information may be found at: https://www.dau.edu/back-to-basics. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (to verify your registration status click here). The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. It is applicable to former Federal civilian employees receiving a retirement annuity from the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund that are hired within the DoD on or after November 24, 2003. The policy also applies to annuitants (appointed in DoD on/or after November 24, 2003) who move from one position to another within DoD through voluntary reassignment, promotion, change to lower grade or transfer between military departments. You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility. This position is subject to the limitations imposed by the DOD Priority Placement Program.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based upon how well you meet the qualifications above and the selection criteria for this position. Your latest resume will be used to make these evaluations. Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ [email protected]
Document Requires:-
Your resume must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 12/02/2024.All applicants must provide a copy of their transcripts upon request but prior to being provided a firm job offer. Please do NOT submit transcripts in response to this announcement. They will be requested at a later date if the applicant is selected for further consideration. Failure to provide this information when requested will result in disqualification. NOTE: It is the intent of the hiring organization to review resumes and select individuals on an ongoing basis (as required) between the date this job announcement opens and for up to 3 months after the announcement closes. As such, please do not apply more than once during this period of time unless there has been a substantial change in your qualifications.WARNING: Failure to submit a resume including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/02/2024, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. 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 appy this Job
To apply for this position, you must provide a resume. Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); and full- time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? at USAJOBS. DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; Social Security Number; Photos of yourself; Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what should I leave out of my resume? at USAJOBS. All applicants must provide a copy of their transcripts upon request but prior to being provided a firm job offer. Please DO NOT submit transcripts in response to this announcement. They will be requested at a later date if the applicant is selected for further consideration. Failure to provide this information when requested will result in disqualification. Email your resume to: [email protected] & reference "Announcement 12609616."
Contact to Defense Information Systems Agency
You can direct send your details to this Department of Defense.
Next Step after Apply
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. All applications that indicate they meet the basic and minimum requirements will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. An initial review of the resume will be conducted to determine individuals identified for further consideration. An additional review of the transcripts and resume will occur prior to any job offer to verify basic education requirement and minimum qualifications are satisfied. (317) 212-0454 [email protected]
Job Overview
Accepting ApplicationsOpening - Closing Dates
Open December 17, 2024 to December 27, 2024
Salary
$50204 - $79830 PA
Pay Scale & Grade
GS 7-9
Appointment type
Permanent
Work Schedule
Full-time
Job Locations
Total Opening : MANY
Scott AFB, Illinois
Travel Required
Occasional travel
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed
Yes
Telework Eligible
Yes
Remote Job
No
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
9
Job Category
Contracting
Security Clearance
Secret
Drug test
Not Required
Position Sensitivitiy
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
National securityAnnouncement Number
DHA-FLYER-12609616-24DJJob Control ID
824489900