Contracting Specialist

SummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information.Learn more about this agencySummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information.Learn more about this agencyOverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates12/22/2025 to 12/21/2026Salary $74,678 - $192,331 per year Pay scale & grade GS 11 - 15LocationsFew vacancies in the following locations:Eielson AFB, AKElmendorf AFB, AKFort Richardson, AKMaxwell AFB, ALShow morefewer locations (77)Little Rock AFB, ARDavis Monthan AFB, AZLuke AFB, AZBeale AFB, CAEdwards AFB, CAEl Segundo, CAMarch AFB, CATravis AFB, CAVandenberg AFB, CAAir Force Academy, COBuckley AFB, COColorado Springs, COPeterson AFB, COSchriever AFB, COJoint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DCDover AFB, DECape Canaveral, FLCape Canaveral AFS, FLEglin AFB, FLHomestead AFB, FLHurlburt Field, FLMacDill AFB, FLPatrick AFB, FLTyndall AFB, FLDobbins AFB, GAMoody AFB, GARobins AFB, GACamp H.M. Smith Marine Corp Base, HIHickam AFB, HIMountain Home AFB, IDScott AFB, ILGrissom AFB, INBarksdale AFB, LAHanscom AFB, MAWestover Air Reserve Base, MAAndrews AFB, MDLinthicum Heights, MDSelfridge ANG Base, MIWhiteman AFB, MOColumbus AFB, MSKeesler AFB, MSMalmstrom AFB, MTGrand Forks, NDMinot AFB, NDOffutt AFB, NENew Boston, NHMcGuire AFB, NJCannon AFB, NMHolloman AFB, NMKirtland AFB, NMNellis AFB, NVNiagara Falls, NYWright-Patterson AFB, OHYoungstown, OHYoungstown, OHAltus AFB, OKTinker AFB, OKVance AFB, OKCharleston, SCShaw AFB, SCDyess AFB, TXFort Sam Houston, TXGoodfellow AFB, TXKelly AFB, TXLackland AFB, TXLaughlin AFB, TXRandolph AFB, TXHill AFB, UTAlexandria, VAArlington, VADahlgren, VAFort Eustis, VALangley AFB, VAPentagon, Arlington, VAFairchild AFB, WAMcChord AFB, WAWarren AFB, WYRemote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Multiple Work schedule Full-time Service CompetitivePromotion potential15Job family (Series)* 1102 ContractingSupervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate RiskTrust determination process* Suitability/FitnessFinancial disclosure No Bargaining unit status NoAnnouncement number AFPC-STEM-DHA-12857563-1102 Control number 853073100This job is open toHelpThe publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyThis public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.DutiesHelpDuties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade levelReview requisition package for adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements.Develop solicitations and evaluate responses. Compile complete bidders' list from qualified applications, knowledge of suppliers, contacts with trade associations, Small Business Administration, or other sources.Prepare and issue solicitation documents selecting appropriate clauses, ensuring clear and complete specifications, including packing and delivery requirements or other routine supplemental stipulation.Use primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts when historical and precedent data are available.RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentPlease read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.U.S. Citizenship is requiredMales must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govTotal salary varies depending on location of positionIf authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/Recruitment incentives may be authorizedPosition may be subject to random drug testingEmployee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidaysShift work and emergency overtime may be requiredEmployee must maintain current certificationsA security clearance may be requiredDisclosure of Political AppointmentsFull/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.This Public Notice may be used to fill positions in other equivalent pay systems (i.e., NH, NJ, NK).QualificationsBASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade accordance with Department of Defense 1102 Qualification requirements:For the GS-11 grade level: I have successfully completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees -AND- I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level. Specialized experience is experience that may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction.ORPh.D (or equivalent doctoral degree) or three academic years of progressively higher level graduate education.NOTE: For position identified with Contracting Officer duties, applicant must have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions, of which one year must have been equivalent to the next lower grade or pay band.For the GS-12 grade level: I have successfully completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees -AND- I have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions, of which one year is equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent pay band. Specialized experience is experience that may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction.For the GS-13 grade level: I have successfully completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees -AND- I have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions, of which one year is equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent pay band. Specialized experience is experience that may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction.For the GS-14 grade level: I have successfully completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees -AND- I have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions, of which one year is equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent pay band. Specialized experience is experience that may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction.For the GS-15 grade level: I have successfully completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees -AND- I have at least two years of specialized experience in contracting positions, of which one year is equivalent to the GS-14 level or equivalent pay band. Specialized experience is experience that may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction.To view occupational requirements for this position, refer to the provisions of subsections (a) and (b) of 10 United States Code (USC) 1724, 10 USC 1723 and 10 USC 1732KNOWLEDGE, 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. Knowledge of contracting principles, policies and procedures.2. Knowledge of business practices and market conditions applicable.3. Skill in applying contract price/cost analysis techniques to a variety of pre-award and/or post-award procurement actions.4. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.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.EducationIF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Additional informationFor EHA Positions:These positions are being filled under Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions and Health Care Occupations. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office Of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint individuals to select defense acquisition workforce positions, or 'EHA Acquisition,' pursuant to the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) and certain health care occupations, or 'EHA Medical.' Positions are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.For Direct Hire (DHA) Positions:This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location/ installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on