Contracting Officer Representative

This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Aviation Division. The primary purpose is to serve as the Senior Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) (FAC-COR III) focusing on high priority and/or high value contracts as assigned. The COR-III will also support Program CORs to administer a variety of contracts that support Aviation Division Programs.

Responsibilities

• Serves as principal COR for Aviation, assisting and advising embedded program CORs on issues related to contractor personnel and activities.
• Provides contract and procurement assistance to effectively acquire and oversee the performance deliveries of Aviation contracts, services, equipment, and supplies supporting DEA operations, including technical contract administration, performance monitoring, inspection, and improvements.
• Conducts regular spot checks of all Aviation contracts, including files and program COR effectiveness, and provides reports to Aviation Management and DEA Contracting Officer, including any needed corrective actions.
• Represents DEA's interests and priorities when coordinating efforts among multiple federal agencies and organizations internal and external to DOJ/DEA.
• Develops and maintains effective contract administration processes, such as invoice review, quality assurance/surveillance, and project file maintenance.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
• Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
• Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (or 1-year or 2-year trial period, as appropriate) during which fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Employee required to be COR III certified at time of appointment. Must complete 40 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) during the common CLP period in order to maintain current certification.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all required qualification requirements by the closing of this announcement. If qualifying based on education or if there are mandatory education requirements, you must submit a copy of your college transcript with your application.

Basic Qualification Requirements

Applicants applying for the GS-12 must meet one of the following requirements:

• Have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-11 grade level. Specialized experience includes:
  • Prepare progress reports and update plans and schedules of multiple contractor projects.
  • Assist in the planning and preparation for meetings.
  • Maintain adequate electronic Contracting Officer Representative files.
  • Prepare statements of satisfactory performance or deviations, shortages, or deficiencies.
  • Assist in the compilation and drafting of a wide range of program-related materials.

Applicants applying for the GS-13 must meet one of the following requirements:

• Have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience includes:
  • Review and prepare progress reports, and update plans and schedules of multiple contractor projects.
  • Analyze program needs, define and document the program's contractual scope, schedule, site-specific considerations, work requirements, milestones, and activities developing the statement of work.
  • Establish and maintain adequate electronic Contracting Officer Representative files.
  • Identify and recommend solutions or corrective action to resolve any problems that interfere with contract progress and with the completion of the project.
  • Submit, track, and monitor procurement actions involving contracts.

Additional information on qualification requirements is located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook. Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Benefits

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 designed to make your federal career very rewarding. 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.