Contract Officer Representative

• Provides technical contracting guidance analyzes proposals and financial plans recommends contract modifications maintains compliant contract files and tracking systems and monitors contractor performance obligations expenditures quality and timeliness.
• Monitors assigned contracts from inception through completion preparing Statements of Work and Performance Work Statements ensuring complete documentation and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Serves as the liaison between the Contracting Officer government staff and contractors; monitors task orders contractor performance payments and compliance while coordinating procurement actions and contract-related documentation.
• Coordinates service and requirement contracts verifies and reconciles invoices and supporting documentation certifies receipt and acceptance of services and equipment monitors compliance with contract terms evaluates contractor performance and reviews and distributes contracts and amendments.
• Coordinates project reviews strategic planning program schedules and presentations; provides administrative and management support assists with new business activities maintains internal and external professional relationships and performs diverse administrative tasks supporting organizational programs

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

IHS Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently temporarily or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.

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Background Investigation Requirement:

This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:

This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

GS-11: Experience managing complex contracts and task orders; preparing Performance Work Statements Statements of Work Statements of Objectives Independent Government Cost Estimates and contract documents; monitoring contract performance compliance modifications and resources; coordinating procurement actions; analyzing contractual issues and performance trends and developing recommendations to resolve deficiencies; establishing quality controls; verifying invoices and acceptance of services; evaluating contractor performance; and providing technical guidance to management and contracting officials.
OR
Submit a copy of unofficial transcripts to show completed. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. if related. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work OR
Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-11 level.

• The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants.