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, IL (approx. 25 miles east of St. Louis, MO).

• Serves as a Contract Specialist for the DISA Procurement Services Directorate.
• Coordinates with a variety of stakeholders on challenges associated with assigned IT product and/or service procurement actions.
• Knowledge of a wide range of contracting procedures, methods, and contract types.
• Knowledge of business practices and market conditions to evaluate contractor responsiveness, responsibility, and performance.
• Knowledge of price/cost analysis techniques to evaluate contractor proposals and develop complex pricing arrangements and incentives.

• 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.