Lead Contract Specialist

This position is being filled under the Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense using hiring authority in 5 USC 9905.

Veterans Preference:
Veterans preference does not apply under this DHA.

This position is located in Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Procurement Services Division at Scott Air Force Base.

• Provides oversight of proposed complex contractual actions with up to unlimited Contracting Officer authority.
• Leads team to integrate the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, values, and goals in daily work processes.
• Ensures adequacy of acquisition planning, competition in contracting, price/cost analysis, and small business utilization.
• Administers sophisticated contractual techniques such as complex contract structures with incentives and cost sharing arrangements.
• Assures standards are maintained and laws, policies, procedures, and regulations are adhered to.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Obtain/Maintain Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Certification (DAWIA).
• OGE-450 Financial Disclosure Statement Required.
• Acquisition certification in the Contracting
  
  Functional Area
  
  at the Contracting Professional Functional Tier within 36 months of entry into this position is required.