Job Summary

As a Contract Specialist, you will be responsible for pre- and post-award functions on simplified and complex, multidisciplinary supply, service, information technology, construction, Architect-Engineer (A&E) contracts, and interagency agreements (IAAs) in support of WAPA's mission responsibilities. **This is not a remote position. The selectee will be required to be physically present at one of the duty location(s) identified.**

Job Description

To qualify for the GS-12: Applicants MUST meet ALL 3 requirements as described below: 1. BASIC REQUIREMENT: A. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; OR B. 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. In addition to meeting the Basic Requirement above, applicants must also meet the Specialized Experience listed below. 2. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-11, in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Accomplishing pre- and post award functions on simplified and complex contracts in any of the following; supply, service, information technology (IT), construction, Architect-Engineer (A&E) contracts, and interagency agreement (IAAs). "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. 3. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR - FAC-C/DAWIA CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Federal Acquisition Contracting-Certification (FAC-C) Professional via the Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI), or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Professional via the Defense Acquisition University, is required upon selection and must be maintained by the incumbent. See Required Documents below for what MUST be provided in order to validate you meet this requirement. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.