The Defense Contract Management Agency is a rich resource of indispensable partners who contribute to and benefit from integrated missions and programs. We are an independent combat support agency within the Department of Defense (DoD). We are the Department's contract manager, responsible for ensuring Federal acquisition programs, supplies, and services are delivered on time, within cost and meet performance requirements.
About the Position:
This vacancy is limited to first 50 applicants received and will close at midnight on the closing date or at midnight on the day we receive the 50 th application, whichever comes first.
The position of Contract Price/Cost Analyst is a position in the DCMA Keystone Program. DCMA uses the Expedited Hiring Authority to recruit and attract exceptional individuals into the Federal Workforce. The DCMA Keystone Intern program is generally a three-year developmental program.
Prior to appointment, all candidates will be required to sign a Keystone Conditions of Employment Agreement.
NOTE: During the Keystone Program, participants will receive specialized formal classroom training, computer-based training, and on-the-job (OJT) training. The training program will consist of the following:
1. Report initially to DCMA Organization for at least 2 weeks.
2. Travel TDY for four weeks to attend training at a DCMA Learning Center (DLC).
3. Spend 6 months in the DCMA Organization for more OJT and functional training.
4. Return possibly to the DLC for 1 week assessment/update training.
5. Return to the DCMA Organization for more OJT and developmental training.
6. Return as necessary to the DLC throughout the 2nd year for additional training.
DCMA Keystone
Who May Apply:
· All U.S. Citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States
· Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) eligibles
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication PCS and Recruitment Incentives are not authorized. Pre-appointment drug test is required. Temporary Duty (TDY) is approximately 10-20 percent. This is an acquisition position.
DUTIES: Major Duties:
· Completes classroom and on-the-job training to acquire, exercise, and maintain knowledge of the duties inherent in the administration or price/cost analyst of firm-fixed-price contracts and other contracts of similar complexity or of specific phases of more complex contracts such as overhaul and repair, facilities, cost-plus-fixed-fee, etc .
· Assists with monitoring contractor performance for compliance with applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, inspections, contract and date reporting requirements .
· Assist with contacting contractors to clarify issues on contractual requirements (as necessary).
· Assists with the review, analysis, and evaluation of unit cost and price data in contractor proposals. Assists with resolving cost and accounting issues.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Applicants must meet the DoD Qualification Requirements for the Contracting series (1102).
BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT for 1102 Positions within Department of Defense:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees.
AND
At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. (This requirement can be obtained within the degree or in addition to the degree)
NOTE: Current civilian personnel in DoD, who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS-1102 on or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement.
For consideration, your resume MUST indicate that you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees AND your resume MUST show that you possess at least 24 semester hours of study from an accredited institution of higher education in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management obtained within or in addition to the bachelor's degree. This requirement applies to those entering DOD 1102 positions on or after Oct 1, 2000.
You may start at the GS-05 if you have the following qualifications: Bachelor?s degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees; AND at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. This requirement can be obtained within the degree or in addition to the degree.
You may start at the GS-07 if you have the following qualifications: 1 full academic year of graduate education, law school, or Superior Academic Achievement; OR 1 year of Specialized Experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level. Specialized experience is defined as:
· Experience e in analyzing facts and conditions and making comparisons of prices, discounts, delivery dates, or handling charges.
· Experience comparing prices on reoccurring types of procurements. Experience assisting in preparing solicitation documents.
· Experience drafting contract provisions and supporting documentation.
· Experience presenting information orally.
Superior Academic Achievement is obtained through: (1) Class standing - being in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision based on completed courses; (2) Grade-point average - (a) having a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on the official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) having a grade point average of 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or, (3) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society.
Graduate Education: To qualify for GS-1102 positions on the basis of graduate education, graduate education in one or a combination of the fields identified in the Basic Education Requirements above is required.
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered for this position. Please include this information in your resume.
Other Requirements:
· You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
· Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
· Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
· Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
· Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
· Must sign a mobility agreement if selected.
· If selected, official college or university transcript must be submitted.
· This position is designated as an acquisition position.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be reviewed to verify that you meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp .
BENEFITS: The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
· Comprehensive health and life insurance
· Competitive salaries
· Generous retirement programs
· Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
· Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
· Paid employment related training and education
· Possible student loan repayment
· Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable
· Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.
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OTHER INFORMATION:
· Tour of Duty: Full-Time
· FLSA: Non-Exempt
· Bargaining Unit: Yes
· Emergency Essential Position: No
· Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
· The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available at http://www.cpms.osd.mil/ASSETS/E8AB932EA1E44617BAC7222922E42A62/DoDl140025-V300.pdf
· In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e. retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8416(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD instructions 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives .)
· Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
· Noncompetitive promotion potential to target grade.
· Current Federal Civilian Employees: If you are selected for this assignment, your selection will be subject to your current supervisor's approval before a final job offer will be made. You are encouraged to coordinate your interest in this assignment with your supervisor prior to responding to this announcement.
· Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized
· Defense National Relocation Program will not be authorized.
· Temporary Duty (TDY) travel is approximately 10-20 percent.
· Further certification from this announcement may take place up to 180 days beyond the closing date of this announcement.
· Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid experience or volunteer work.
· Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
· Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
· One year trial/probationary period may be required.
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