Contract Specialist

Location will be determined based on your current DOI approved duty station location. This position is part of the Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD). The incumbent will be responsible for planning, executing, and administering all phases of the contract life cycle for highly complex, long term, multimillion dollar, multidisciplinary, multi-agency contracts, federal assistance, and interagency agreements. Major duties: As a senior contracting expert, this position advises AQD managers and program staff on highly complex, mission-critical acquisitions impacting DOI, IBC, and client agencies. Routine duties include, but are not limited to the following: Serve as Contracting Officer with delegated authority to solicit, negotiate, award, administer, and terminate contracts, to include unique or precedent-setting acquisitions. Integrate AQD strategic goals and acquisition policy requirements into assigned procurement actions to ensure compliance and mission alignment. Plan, analyze, and execute complex award actions; conduct in-depth compliance reviews; and report findings to management. Develop acquisition strategies and manage formal source selection activities and documentation consistent with policy. Conduct market research and support streamlined procurement approaches for program offices and potential federal clients. Instills flexibility and adaptability to change within the organization based on fluctuations and changes in workload and/or customer assignments. Requirements: US Citizenship is required. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation. Must obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation through Continuous Vetting throughout the duration of employment. All employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity and financial monitoring on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions. Direct Deposit of pay is required. Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade (see Qualifications). Must meet all conditions of employment listed under Stipulations of Employment below.