About the role#
As a Contract Specialist, you will perform developmental assignments to learn and apply standard contracting methods. This position focuses on the procurement of supplies, services, and construction materials through formal advertising or limited negotiation. You will work under a program managed by the Air Force Personnel Center and may be required to relocate during or after your training period. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring a one-year probationary period.
What you'll do#
- Procure off-the-shelf materials from commercial sources using established procedures.
- Prepare Invitations for Bid (IFB), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), or Requests for Proposal (RFP).
- Draft technical descriptions and ensure appropriate contract clauses are included in documentation.
- Assist in monitoring contract performance and contract termination processes.
- Provide contracting advice and assistance to others.
- Prepare necessary correspondence related to procurement activities.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or Industrial Engineering.
- Documented Superior Academic Achievement at the undergraduate level, such as a high GPA, upper-third class standing, or membership in a national scholastic honor society.
- One year of specialized experience at the GS-05 level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current students must be enrolled full-time and in good academic standing, having completed at least one year of their program.
- Recent graduates must have received their degree within two years of the appointment date.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) and continuing acquisition education requirements.
- For some roles, the ability to obtain and maintain a top secret clearance, which may include polygraph and drug testing.
Location & details#
This role is available at various Air Force bases across the United States, including locations in Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming.
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force is a government agency founded in 1947. It operates within the defense and space manufacturing sector. The organization focuses on air, space, and cyberspace operations. It maintains a large workforce of over 246,000 personnel. The headquarters is located at Randolph AFB in Texas.
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