Service Contract Evaluator

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Services Contract Evaluator for a variety of routine SERVICE CONTRACTs. Performs Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and quality assurance evaluation (QAE) functions, including inspecting/monitoring contractor performance. Assists in developing Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS), Government estimates, market analyses and related documents for assigned SERVICE CONTRACTs.Qualifications:In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical Positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of accepted requirements, work techniques, and procedures related to SERVICE CONTRACT administration and quality assurance; and skill in applying this knowledge to the planning and accomplishment of the work assignments that are procedural in nature and I also have basic knowledge of statistical analysis, sampling methods, and authoritative report preparation, I have practical knowledge of budgetary and supply procedures is required to help facilitate long-range planning and procurement and I have knowledge and skill in applying common analytical and evaluation methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of contracted services that involve crafts and trades work in support of installation operations and maintenance activities.
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EDUCATION: One full year of graduate level education OR superior academic achievement in a field directly related which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Practical knowledge of business administration management methods, principles, concepts, policies and regulations ability to evaluate contracted services, ensure financial requirements, and provide facility operations support.
2. Ability to plan and execute quality assurance and contract officer representative rules, regulations, principles, methods, techniques, and practices to develop contract requirements, evaluate contractor performance, maintain documentation, and recommend program changes.
3. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, devise solutions to problems, and identify shortfalls/changes required.
4. Skill in conducting briefings, meetings, and interviews with supervisors, employees, management officials, and contractor personnel to obtain specific and unique information about organization missions, functions, and work procedures.
5. Knowledge of standard agency computer programs, tools, and techniques in support of research, analysis, budgeting, and reporting to accomplish project assignments involving several interrelated tasks.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, and in writing, to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Employment Type: FULL_TIME