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Summary This position is located in the Contracts and Grants Management Division (CGM) within the Department of Administration and Finance (A&F), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). Although the position is advertised equivalent to GS-12, MCC uses a pay banded system to compensate employees. This position is pay band 4B which is generally equal to GS-12. This position will be filled under Direct-Hire Authority (DHA). Responsibilities Plans and carries out assignments which include a variety of pre- and post-award functions associated with the procurement of various goods and services. Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations across the agency, in the procurement of goods and services needed for the successful accomplishment of MCC programs and operations. Performs pre-solicitation functions by working closely with program personnel to assist with development of the procurement package. Prepares contract supporting documentation and issues solicitations pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 8,12, 13, 15, 36, and 37. Performs pre-award functions by analyzing quotes and proposals, including cost/price proposals. Manages the source selection process, conducts negotiations and prepares award documentation. Performs post-award functions by monitoring the performance of contractors, negotiating and preparing contract modifications as necessary. Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicle to use in acquiring various goods and services. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and specifications or technical packages. Develops contract justifications and reviews/comments on statements of work as applicable. Serves as a central point of contact with program offices and vendors to respond to inquiries. Plans, monitors, and tracks contract delivery, invoice payments, and financial status. Performs related duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for Pay Band 4B applicants must meet one of the following: A. A. 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in the any field; OR B. 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. AND In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must have had one year of specialized experience comparable to the Pay Band 4c or GS-11 or an equivalent level conducting a variety of pre-award and post award functions associated with the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services. NOTE: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit may be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. To receive credit you must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week. A new hire's direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer. It is important that your resume fully reflects all of your directly related work experience. Salary offers include three key factors: The selectee's directly related experience at the same level as the position. The selectee's overall experience in a particular area. The salaries of employees in similar positions and with similar levels of experience. MCC also takes the selectee's skill set into account. Applicants should note that salary offers seldom fall near the upper end of the salary range listed in the vacancy announcement. Salary may be set from the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range of the pay band. In some instances, based on a selectee's extensive experience directly related to the position, salary may be set at or above the mid-point up to the maximum salary for that pay band. See information on MCC base pay ranges and salary structure (https://www.mcc.gov/careers/compensation/). Education Additional Information This position will be filled under Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) - Veterans preference does not apply when selecting individuals under DHA. Any qualified applicant may be selected without regard to competitive rating and ranking, veterans' preference, and "rule of three" procedures. Completion of Training/Certification: FAC-C (Professional) or DoD Contracting Professional Certification. If you are not currently certified, you must achieve certification within 24 months of appointment. RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION BONUS may be authorized for this position. If you are not a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Recruitment bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments. If you are a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Relocation bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments. SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. Selectee may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower level, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification. Your pay will be set within the range specified in this vacancy announcement and will be based on your qualifications, education, experience, training, and availability of funds. If the position is advertised with promotion potential, the selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition. Selection at a lower pay band level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level, nor is the promise of promotion implied. DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/ application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Selectee may be required to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Form (OGE 450). You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government contractor issued travel card to be used for official business. Selectee may be required to complete a probationary/trial period.