Contract Specialist

As a Contract Specialist, you will accomplish procurement and administration of contracts for supplies for the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA). The incumbent performs work in a developmental capacity in support of the planning, awards, and administration of basic procurements inclusive of all types under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Procurements may involve the use of a variety of contract types to meet mission requirements. This is not a remote position

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period. Employees serving on a probationary or trial period may be terminated at any time during the probationary or trial period for performance, conduct, or business-related reasons in the interest of Federal service. In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. 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. At the GS-11 grade only, the Federal Acquisition Contracting-Certification (FAC-C) Professional via the Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI), or the Defense Acquisition University (Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Professional certificate is required and must be maintained by the incumbent. If the incumbent does not hold this certification at the time of appointment to the GS-11, it must be obtained within 12 months.