Summary

This position is part of the Office of the Chief Information Officer, Department of Energy. As a Support Services Contract Analyst, you will serve as an advisor to senior information management officials on information technology acquisition initiatives of the Department and provide information technology acquisition policy, and guidance to the DOE Information Management community.

Duties

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As a Support Services Contract Analyst, you will:

• Develops and manages contracts for services, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met from the initial planning stages through the final closeout of the contract.
• Serves as the main advisor on all procurement-related issues, offering expert guidance to project teams and leadership to ensure the government obtains the best value.
• Leads negotiations with contractors to resolve issues, adjust contract terms, and ensure that all parties adhere to the agreed-upon conditions.
• Monitors contractor performance to ensure that all services are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with the quality standards outlined in the contract.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations on contract-related financial matters, including evaluating costs, managing budgets, and approving payments.
• Prepares and maintains all necessary contract files and documentation to ensure a complete and accurate record of all contractual actions and decisions is readily available.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• COR Level III certification required within 14 months of hire.
• This position is not remote, the selectee will be expected to report to the duty station(s) listed. If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.
• You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Unit.
• Occasional Travel maybe required

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the 3 of the following:

1. Develop and execute acquisition strategies for high value support services, including drafting performance based SOWs/PWSs, establishing evaluation criteria, and defining performance metrics.
2. Lead complex contract negotiations and vendor engagements, finalizing terms, executing intricate modifications, and resolving high stakes performance or billing disputes.
3. Conduct comprehensive contract oversight and financial analysis, monitoring vendor performance against SLAs/QASPs, reviewing expenditures, performing cost/price analyses, and auditing invoices for compliance and cost control.

Education

There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:

https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.