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Job SummaryAbout the Position: The primary purpose of this position is to perform work requiring knowledge of acquisition practices and provide contracting expertise in support of the Area Support Group - Kuwait (ASG-KU) Operational Contract Support (OCS). Access to Medical and Dental Care in Kuwait is extremely limited. Please see Additional Information section below..
QualificationsWho May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying to OCONUS Positions Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Family Member Preference (FMP) for Overseas Employment Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for Overseas Employment Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service which includes:: 1) supporting acquisition planning for service requirements, including market research; 2) preparing and reviewing acquisition documentation for contract actions, using automated procurement tools; 3) reviewing contractor performance for compliance with contract terms, coordinating findings with staff and functional offices; 4) conducting program and efficiency studies for acquisition process improvement. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Acquisition Strategy Contracting/Procurement Planning and Evaluating Technical Competence Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).
Major DutiesParticipates in the development of acquisition plans, program goal formation, and long-range strategy for the Command. Integrates logistical systems and business applications to meet the logistical requirements of sustainment and operational plans.Analyzes factors and current market conditions supporting the acquisition of complex government requirements, major services contracts, and purchases.The incumbent initiates complex contracts and other transaction authority agreements for services.The incumbent understands all integrated aspects of the acquisition cycle, from basic research to production, test, and fielding. Has the ability to obtain a Government Purchase Cardholder/ordering officer to support unit purchases.Provides acquisition expertise necessary to accomplish all aspects of work that significantly impact and contribute to the successful accomplishment of the Command's mission and administrative policies and procedures.Consults with participating staff personnel assigned to other activities/organizations on controversial issues.Provides consulting services to Command and staff, advising on implications and results for use in assessing future actions.Researches sources for obtaining knowledge of new techniques developed and attended courses of instruction to become fully familiar with the techniques and the impact many new developments will have on Command organization, policy, and procedures.Continually furnishes advice and assistance by telephone or through correspondence. Train staff on various acquisition processes.