Summary The incumbent performs all functions of the Contracting Specialist position in support of the CNRSE Regional Business Office. In addition, the incumbent serves as a pivotal figure under the direction of the Supervisory Contracting Specialist in directing contracting strategies and fostering key partnerships within the industry. This role is essential for shaping and managing a portfolio of contracts crucial to the success of CNRSE Programs. Responsibilities Lead Duties and Responsibilities (55%): Leads a team of at least five (5) contracting specialists and one (1) procurement technician. Effectively communicates CNRSE strategic plan, mission, vision, and values to the team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Assigns tasks and deadlines to the team, providing clear direction and support as needed. Guides team members on work methods, practices, and procedures, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. Provides training and facilitates team-building activities to enhance productivity and cohesion. Organizes Supply/Service NAF training for the team, ensuring proficiency in relevant areas. Manages workload distribution among team members, making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines and objectives. Monitors work progress, ensuring compliance with instructions and meeting established deadlines. Works with and assists the Supervisory Contract Specialist in coaching, facilitating, negotiating with, and coordinating staff initiatives as well as helping to resolve conflicts. Helps coach team in problem-solving methods and techniques, providing guidance on work practices and procedures. Maintains program and administrative materials, interpreting and relaying policies and procedures to the team. Prepares reports and maintains records of work accomplishments, keeping the Supervisory Contract Specialist informed of progress. Represents the team and liaises with the Supervisory Contract Specialist to secure necessary resources. Reports periodically to the Supervisory Contract Specialist on work accomplishments, progress, and training needs. Estimates and reports on progress toward established milestones and deadlines, involving the team in goal setting. Provides input and makes recommendations to the Supervisory Contracting for individual awards, rewards, and recognition for contracting team members annual performance review and as appropriate throughout the year. Technical Duties and Responsibilities (45%):Performs the full scope of duties and responsibilities as a Contracting Specialist, NF1101-03, as well as: Identifies procurement savings opportunities, develops plans, and executes major procurement actions. Provides expert advice on procurement procedures and contract administration. Reviews contracting documents for completeness and accuracy throughout the procurement process. Prepares and evaluates solicitations, negotiates offers, and awards contracts for CNRSE N9 NAF programs. Reviews Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Awards for accuracy prior to legal review. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Must have at least one (1) year comprehensive knowledge and experience implementing the policies and procedures of contracting in relation to procurement. Knowledge of NAF and appropriated fund procurement operations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge and professional understanding of the competitive basis for all NAF contracting and a clear understanding of the contract process associated with NAF procurement. Knowledge and understanding of the importance of the requirements of the contract process and their relationships to each other, beginning with a purchase request through the solicitation, evaluation, award, delivery, and payment for the specific goods or services purchased. Must have the ability to independently resolve complex issues resulting in the completion of a purchase. Knowledge and professional understanding of the competitive basis for all NAF contracting and a clear understanding of the contract process associated with NAF procurement. Knowledge and application of Federal statutes, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) procurement/contracting regulations as well as various industry practices, publications, and trends. Knowledge and application of automated financial management 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job. Education This position has the following positive education requirement: Transcripts are required to be submitted at time of applying in order to be considered. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field. (Degree must show conferred date and degree earned) 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. Additional Requirements: Incumbent will acquire initial contracting warrant within 90 to 120 days to effectively perform duties of the position. Circumstances requiring additional time will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis Additional Information The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to: Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.). Stability of Federal Civilian Service People with passion for doing work that matters Quality of Work Life Balance Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to MILLCNICNAF_EEO@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
