In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Department of Defense (DoD) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, 1102, Contracting Series IOR.
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. Please provide copies of unofficial transcripts with application.
NOTE:
The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel in DoD 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. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year, or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, NH-03, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is described as the ability to serve as a technical subject matter expert, providing acquisition and contracting business system advice, managing the inputs and outputs of data to enable fact-based decision making and risk taking, and assisting and training procurement personnel in the use of data and contracting business systems.
In addition to meeting, the basic educational requirement as well as the Specialized Experience requirement, applicants must have:
Basic Qualification Requirements for Contracting Officer Positions:
1) Have at least two years of experience in contracting positions; and
2) Have completed all contracting courses required for a contracting officer for positions at the level and grade at which the person is serving. Certification at this level is sufficient to meet this standard.
Basic Requirements for Critical Acquisition Positions: The Secretary of Defense shall designate the acquisition positions in the Department of Defense that are critical acquisition positions, applicants must:
1) Be eligible for GS-14, or equivalent; and
2) Hold a bachelor's degree; and
3) Have completed all mandatory training requirements for Level II or III certification as prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to higher level contracting positions; and
4) Possess four years of acquisition experience. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower grade level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Mission-Focus: Expert level/extensive knowledge of the mission, how data analytics and utilization can positively impact the warfighter, and an ability to champion this information to all levels up and down the chain of command.
2. Leadership: Skill in taking ownership, displaying grit/tenacity, holding oneself and others accountable, encouraging calculated risk-taking, influencing others by means of subject matter expertise, and serving as a coach and mentor.
3. Business Acumen: Expert level/extensive knowledge of procurement regulations and principles, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Executive Orders, DOD policies, regulations, and procedures and a wide range of contracting methods and types.
4. Communication: Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with technical accuracy, including with high-level executives in Government and industry.
5. Critical Thinking: Skill in identifying problems, conducting research, thinking critically, developing innovative solutions, and making appropriate recommendations.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The work is sedentary. May require some walking, standing, bending, carrying and/or lifting of light items like papers or books. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The work is performed in a typical office setting, requiring the use of normal safety precautions necessary for an office environment. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
- : This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless waived, the selectee must: be member of the Acq Corps or be able to be inducted in 6 mos; agree to remain in this position for 3 years; meet certification requirements or be able to meet them within 2 years; engage in continuous learning activities.