Contract Specialist, MC-1102-4B/4A

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-12/13, MCC uses a pay banded system to compensate employees. This position is pay band 4B/4A which is generally equal to GS-12/13.

Duties

Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the administration or termination and closeout of contracts, interagency agreements, and federal financial assistance awards. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements. Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicle to use in acquiring various goods and services. Prepares contract supporting documentation and issues solicitations pursuant to Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR). Performs pre-award functions by analyzing bids and proposals including cost/price proposal. Manages the source selection process, conducts negotiations and prepares award documentation. Performs post award functions by monitoring the performance of contractors and negotiating and preparing contract modifications as necessary. Develops contract justifications and reviews statements of work drafted by program personnel. Serves as a central point of contact with operating offices and vendors to respond to inquiries. Plans, monitors and tracks contract delivery, invoice payments, and financial status. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and evaluation

A review of your application and supporting documents will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for the position and to ensure that you have been placed in the appropriate quality category. The HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities related to the position such as: Contracting/Procurement Oral Communication Technical Competence Written Communication Those applicants who are determined to be best qualified will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and may be called for an interview. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience your category can and will be adjusted to more reflect your abilities, and you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Applicants must include their own documented examples of the required experience in their resume. Applicants who copy the duties section of this announcement into their resume as their current experience will be disqualified. Application of veteran's Preference: Category rating and selection procedures place those with veteran's preference above non-preference eligible within each category. Veterans who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements and who have compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#GS-PROF-OCCUPATIONS

How to apply

Candidates are encouraged to use the USAJOBS-formatted Resume Builder to ensure that you have submitted a complete application. For tips on preparing your resume see: For tips on preparing your resume see: (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/). Your resume should not exceed two pages in length and meet all requirements listed in the job announcement (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit). To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Once your application is ready, you'll be sent from USAJOBS to the application system. Follow the prompts to complete your application and the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure that you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account at www.usajobs, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/04/2026.

Required documents

The following documents must be received by the closing date of this announcement: Resume - Applicants are encouraged to utilize resumes created using information contained in the USAJOBS-formatted Resume Builder (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/). Your resume should not exceed two pages in length and meet all requirements listed in the job announcement (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit). see the USAJOBS resume builder. If you are eligible for CTAPICTAP, you must provide proof of eligibility, (a recent Standard Form 50, (SF-50), separation notice) and a copy of your latest performance appraisal including your official rating. (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.PDF) If you are displaced Federal employee, you may be entitled to receive special priority consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) or Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP). View information about ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. See http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/#transitionTo be considered eligible under ICTAP or CTAP, you must be placed in the "well-qualified" category for this position, as described above. Veterans Preference documentation (DD-214 - member 4 copy or other copies that indicate character of discharge or equivalent, SF-15 and VA Letter as appropriate) to validate your claim. For more information regarding eligibility requirements, see: https://www.fedshirevets.gov If you are eligible for Special Appointment eligibility (e.g., 30% compensable veteran, individuals with disabilities, former Peace Corps or other noncompetitive eligibility candidates.) requires submission of supporting documentation. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/employ/students/fedhire.asp#authorities, http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/ CTAP/ICTAP candidates must provide one of the following documents with their application: A copy of your RIF separation notice or notice of position abolishment; notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or change in duty location; official notice stating you are eligible for discontinued service retirement; agency certification that it cannot place you after your recovery from a compensable work-related injury or illness; official military notice stating you are eligible for a special disability retirement for Military Reserve or National Guard technicians; or notice from OPM stating your disability retirement annuity has been or will be terminated. If you are a current or former political appointee (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or presidential appointee employee), you must submit a copy of a your SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent appointment (position title, type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee, agency, beginning and ending dates of appointment, etc.). Unofficial college transcripts - if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify "Unofficial" transcripts are acceptable. If selected for the position, prior to your appointment, an official transcript will be required.

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 and veterans' preference procedures. If you are eligible for CTAPICTAP, you must provide proof of eligibility, (a recent Standard Form 50 (SF-50),a separation notice) and a copy of your latest performance appraisal including your official rating. If you are eligible for CTAP/ICTAP, you may apply for a vacancy at or below the grade level you are separated from that does not have greater promotion potential than your last position. You can apply for jobs at higher grades or with greater promotion potential, but you will not receive selection priority for those jobs. You must provide proof of eligibility (promotion potential) for the higher grade( SF-50). (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.PDF #13. Can I get priority for higher-graded positions?) 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. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. 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. 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. 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. Applicants must include their own documented examples of the required experience in their resume. Applicants who copy the duties section of this announcement into their resume as their current experience will be disqualified. 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.