Contract Specialist

Summary

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Capitol Power Plant. The incumbent is a warranted Contract Specialist awarding and providing administrative contract support for contracts to the Capitol Power Plant. The Capitol Power Plant manages the year-round operation of the power plant, providing steam and chilled water to heat and cool the U.S. Capitol and 22 other facilities on or around Capitol Hill.

Requirements

Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards Within the resume, candidates must demonstrate evidence of the specialized experience which relates to the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to successfully perform the duties of the position. Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes the following: Broad knowledge of contracting policies, procedures, laws and regulations; Performing pre-award and post-award functions; Preparing solicitation documents, analyzing proposals, negotiating with potential contractors; Performing cost and/or price analysis; and Administering contracts, preparing positions on protests, and closing out contracts. **FAC-C Professional Certification is required for this appointment. In addition, Contracting for Services Credential is preferred or must be obtained within eighteen (18) months from date of hire. **

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at https://www.aoc.gov/careers. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety and Empower (RISE).