UNITED STATES AIR FORCE CIVILIAN PERSONNEL OFFICE 1 MSS/DPC (ACC) 45 NEALY AVE SUITE 225 LANGLEY AFB

VA 23665-2096

Procures and plans acquisitions for standard or specialized Items, services, and/or construction contracts where specifications have become standardized and established competitive markets and price competition exist, Reviews requisition package for adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements. Develops solicitations and evaluates responses. Compiles complete bidders' list from qualified applications, knowledge of suppliers, contacts with trade associations, Small Business Administration, or other sources. Prepares and issues solicitation documents selecting appropriate clauses, ensuring clear and complete specifications, including packing and delivery requirements or other routine supplemental stipulation. Uses primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts when historical and precedent data are available. Monitors contract performance and assists in contract termination, Monitors contract performance through telephone conversations, correspondence, site visits, inspections, progress reports, and analysis of contractor metrics, for compliance with performance standards, applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, inspections, progress reports, and other requirements stated in the contract. Provides advice and assistance to others relating to contracting work and prepares correspondence. Provides advice and assistance to installation technical personnel, sales representatives, and/or contractors' local suppliers whenever information is needed or issues need to be resolved. Establishes working relationships with program and contractor management personnel. perform preaward and postaward functions

Job Title: Contract Specialist Department: Department Of The Air Force Agency: Air Force Personnel Center Job Announcement Number: AFPCACQEH-324854-1102 Salary Range: Series & Grade: Promotion Potential: Open Period: Position Information: Duty Locations: $41,564.00 - $129,517.00 /year GS-1102-09/15 15 Wednesday, June 01, 2011 to Saturday, December 31, 2011 Multiple Schedules Multiple Appointment Types Few vacancies - Kadena ABS, AP Few vacancies - Yokota, AP Few vacancies RAF Lakenheath UK, AE Few vacancies - Ramstein, AE Few vacancies Riyadh, AE Few vacancies - Cannon AFB, NM Few vacancies - Holloman AFB, NM Few vacancies - Arnold AFB, TN Few vacancies - Barksdale AFB, LA Few

vacancies - Beale AFB, CA Many vacancies - Los Angeles AFB, CA Few vacancies - Davis Monthan AFB, AZ Few vacancies - Eielson AFB, AK Many vacancies - Elmendorf AFB, AK Few vacancies - Ellsworth AFB, SD Few vacancies - Hickam AFB, HI Many vacancies - Langley AFB, VA Few vacancies - Minot AFB, ND Few vacancies - Moody AFB, GA Few vacancies - Mountain Home AFB, ID Few vacancies - Nellis AFB, NV Few vacancies - Shaw AFB, SC Few vacancies - Whiteman AFB, MO Few vacancies - Seymour Johnson AFB, NC Few vacancies - Hurlburt Field, FL Few vacancies - Dyess AFB, TX Few vacancies - Offutt AFB, NE Few vacancies - Brooks AFB, TX Few vacancies Onizuka AS, CA Few vacancies - Vandenberg AFB, CA Few vacancies McChord AFB, WA Many vacancies - MacDill AFB, FL Few vacancies McConnell AFB, KS Few vacancies - Kirtland AFB, NM Few vacancies Malmstrom AFB, MT Few vacancies - Pope AFB, NC Many vacancies - Travis AFB, CA Few vacancies - Fairchild AFB, WA Many vacancies - Charleston AFB, SC Few vacancies - Grissom ARB, IN Few vacancies - Homestead AFB, FL Few vacancies - Pittsburgh AFB, PA Few vacancies - Westover ARB, MA Few vacancies - Peterson AFB, CO Many vacancies - McGuire AFB, NJ Few vacancies - USAF Academy, CO Few vacancies - Carswell ARS, TX Few vacancies - Minn ST Pual IAP ARS, MN Few vacancies - Niagara Falls AFB, NY Few vacancies - Dobbins AFB, GA Many vacancies - Buckley, CO Many vacancies - FE Warren AFB, WY Few vacancies - Shriever AFB, CO Few vacancies - Dover ARB, DE Few vacancies - Youngstown Warren, OH Few vacancies - Altus AFB, OK Few vacancies - Vance AFB, OK Few vacancies Tyndall AFB, FL Few vacancies - Maxwell AFB, AL Few vacancies - Laughlin AFB, TX Few vacancies - AFRC, CO Few vacancies - March AFB, CA Few vacancies - Sheppard AFB, TX Few vacancies - Columbus AFB, MS Many vacancies - Scott AFB, IL Few vacancies - Grand Forks, ND Few vacancies Keesler AFB, MS Few vacancies - Lackland AFB, TX Few vacancies - Randolph AFB, TX Few vacancies - Luke AFB, AZ Few vacancies - Ft Sam Houston, TX Who May Be Considered: Job Summary: The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and winin air, space and cyberspace. United States Citizens

To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-toWarfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

Key Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship is required Travel and permanent change-of-station expenses may be paid This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies Total salary varies depending on location of position (locality)

A security clearance may be required Recruitment incentives may be authorized

Major Duties: The primary purpose of this position is to perform preaward and postaward functions when they are well defined and well precedented, using common contracting methods and contract types, to procure standard or Specialized service; supply; and/or construction items, services, and/or materials through formal advertising and negotiation procedures using primarily firm fixed-price contracts. Procures and plans acquisitions for standard or specialized Items, services, and/or construction contracts where specifications have become standardized and established competitive markets and price competition exist, Reviews requisition package for adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements. Develops solicitations and evaluates responses. Compiles complete bidders' list from qualified applications, knowledge of suppliers, contacts with trade associations, Small Business Administration, or other sources. Prepares and issues solicitation documents selecting appropriate clauses, ensuring clear and complete specifications, including packing and delivery requirements or other routine supplemental stipulation. Uses primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts when historical and precedent data are available. Monitors contract performance and assists in contract termination, Monitors contract performance through telephone conversations, correspondence, site visits, inspections, progress reports, and analysis of contractor metrics, for compliance with performance standards, applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, inspections, progress reports, and other requirements stated in the contract. Provides advice and assistance to others relating to contracting work and prepares correspondence. Provides advice and assistance to installation technical personnel, sales representatives, and/or contractors' local suppliers whenever information is needed or issues need to be resolved. Establishes working relationships with program and contractor management personnel. MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE: Specific program requirements may be found at http://www.cpms.osd.mil/ASSETS/3B4E4C8C690348C09D95AF48FCE07198/st006.pdf To request MSP hiring preference, all spouses must submit the following documents: Application or resume; Statement requesting MSP; and Copy of military sponsor's PCS orders.

Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the basic requirements as defined in 10 USC 1724 and as stated in this announcement. Basic Requirements: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees AND at least 24 hours in business-related courses in any of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. (This requirement can be obtained within the degree or in addition to the degree).

NOTE: The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD 1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current members of the armed forces (that selfnominate prior to retirement/separation), and Current DoD employees are exempt from the basic requirements if: - Served as a contracting officer with authority to award or administer in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold on or before 30 September 2000; - Served, on or before 30 September 2000, in a position as either an employee in the GS1102 series or as a member of the Armed Forces in a similar occupation specialty; - Is in the contingency contracting force; or - is described in subsection (e)(1)(B). (formal developmental positions) - AND In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have one year of specialized experience in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Policies and Instructions. To qualify for the GS-09 grade level: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have one year of specialized experience in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Policies and Instructions. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service. The experience must have equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of creditable specialized experience include knowledge of the legislation, regulations, and methods used in contracting; and knowledge of business and industry practices, sources of supply, cost factors, and requirements characteristics. To qualify for the GS-11 grade level: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have one year of specialized experience in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Policies and Instructions. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-09 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service. The experience must have equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of creditable specialized experience include knowledge of the legislation, regulations, and methods used in contracting; and knowledge of business and industry practices, sources of supply, cost factors, and requirements characteristics. To qualify for the GS-12 grade level: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have completed all contracting courses required for Contracting Officers and have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Policies and Instructions, of which 52 weeks must have been equivalent to the GS-11 grade level under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems in the federal service. Examples of creditable specialized experience include knowledge of the legislation, regulations, and methods used in contracting; and knowledge of business and industry practices, sources of supply, cost factors, and requirements characteristics. To qualify for the GS-13 grade level: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have completed all contracting courses required for Contracting Officers and have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General

Policies and Instructions, of which 52 weeks must have been equivalent to the GS-12 grade level under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems in the federal service. Examples of creditable specialized experience include knowledge of the legislation, regulations, and methods used in contracting; and knowledge of business and industry practices, sources of supply, cost factors, and requirements characteristics. To qualify for the GS-14 grade level: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have completed all contracting courses required for Contracting Officers and have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Policies and Instructions, of which 52 weeks must have been equivalent to the GS-13 grade level under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems in the federal service. Examples of creditable specialized experience include knowledge of the legislation, regulations, and methods used in contracting; and knowledge of business and industry practices, sources of supply, cost factors, and requirements characteristics. To qualify for the GS-15 grade level: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have completed all contracting courses required for Contracting Officers and have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions in accordance with OPM Operating Manual, Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Policies and Instructions, of which 52 weeks must have been equivalent to the GS-14 grade level under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems in the federal service. Examples of creditable specialized experience include knowledge of the legislation, regulations, and methods used in contracting; and knowledge of business and industry practices, sources of supply, cost factors, and requirements characteristics. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES OR JOB ELEMENTS: Candidates must posses the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated, unofficial transcripts on college letterhead are acceptable. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Transcipts must contain the applicant's name and the name of the college/university/institute. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements. You must show proof that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT/OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS

How You Will Be Evaluated: Once your application is received, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements, qualification requirements to include education and/or certifications.

Benefits: This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees. http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp

Other Information: For information on veterans preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/veteranscenter Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov ). Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 90 or above on the rating criteria for this position..

How To Apply: All of your documents including your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications are to be submitted directly to the Civilian Personnel Office at the location for which you are applying. Location addresses are listed at the below link: http://www.afciviliancareers.com/careers/hiringopportunities/specialhiring/exphire/AFD100315-009.pdf You will need to click on Expedited Hiring Authority for Acquisition Positions and then scroll down to see base locations and addresses. Please ensure that all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and at least the last four digits of your social security number.

Required Documents: For this job announcement the following documents are required:

Resume Transcripts, if qualifying on the basis of education (must contain the University logo) Any license/certification - if required by the position Veterans Preference Documentation if you are applying for Veteran's Preference or VEOA

Contact Information: AFPC DEO DH Phone: (800)525-0102 TDD: 800-382-0893

Agency Information: AFPC DEO DH DO NOT MAIL APPLICATION FOLLOW GUIDANCE IN ANNOUNCEMENT RANDOLPH AFB, TX 78150 USA

What To Expect Next: After you send your application to the appropriate Civilian Personnel Office, you will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required.

EEO Policy Statement: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps Veterans Information: http://www.usajobs.gov/vi Legal and Regulatory Guidance: http://www.usajobs.gov/lrg