CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (AGE)

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes thorough knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods related to quality surveillance. Ability to utilize this knowledge and apply it to the planning and accomplishment of a variety of difficult and complex work assignments; thorough knowledge of a broad product, (e.g., AGE, munitions and propulsion handling support equipment, and the support shop functions needed to maintain those systems).

Skill in applying this knowledge, to the evaluation, negotiation and resolution of complex quality problems. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR 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 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: Knowledge of quality control methods, principles and practices, including statistical analysis and sampling techniques to plan, develop, and implement quality assurance programs involving the maintenance and operation of AGE, electrons systems, HVAC, power production, and software support.

Knowledge of maintenance operations and overhaul of AGE, electronics systems, HVAC, power production, and software support. Working knowledge of test equipment, maintenance techniques and procedures related to organizational intermediate maintenance of AGE electronics systems and software support. Working knowledge of the operation of test measurement diagnostic equipment, AGE electronic systems, HVAC, power production, and software support.

Ability to make, accept, or reject decision on contractor performance based on quality principles. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; sufficient to make presentations and recommendation to contractor and military personnel at various command levels. Ability to develop sound recommendations for contract modifications or problem solving techniques. Knowledge of operation and up-keep of Technical Order libraries.

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.

Evaluates the service provider's performance and validates services received by the unit. Conducts comprehensive study and recording of contractor faults and defects. Responsible for providing Technical Order (TO) account administrative services, Enhanced Technical information Management System (ETIMS), and ETOOL and commercial Mobile Devices for the incumbent government contractor. Coordinates contractor Common Access Card (CAC) verification process.