Contract Specialist (Project-Hire)
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Job Information
Job Title: Contract Specialist (PROJECT-HIRE)
Grade: 190/210 Org: Services Acquisition Management
Contact: Brenda.Maiers@inl.gov Work Location: Idaho Falls, ID (9x80s schedule) |
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Mission/Vision Statement
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Empowering the Nation's Energy Future
Mission: Discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
Vision: INL will change the world's energy future and secure our critical infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Project-Hire Contract Specialist. In this role, you will be expected to work in accordance with applicable directives, federal regulations (e.g.. Federal Acquisition Regulations, Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations, DOE Policy Flash, etc.), guidance and approved purchasing system policies for acquisition planning, acquisition strategy, development of sources, solicit proposals, evaluate proposals, negotiate, award, expedite, and implement changes/modifications via appropriate contracting vehicles to acquire goods and services required for the INL to accomplish its mission. Upon completion, execute all acquisition related closeout activities and required follow-up. Duties for this position include, but are not limited to: - Determine reasonableness of vendor proposed pricing through the use of recognized analytical techniques (e.g.. Price Analysis, Cost Analysis, etc.) by the examination of the proposed elements of cost/price. - Maintain precise documentation to justify decisions, conclusions, findings or recommendations. - Use working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, standards and procedures. Interpret this set of guidance and directives to specific issues or challenges. - Act as an acquisition advisor to laboratory programs and sponsors. - Recommend changes to new and existing regulation, policies, standards and procedures. - Provide acquisition support for the issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders of increasing complexity generally valued at less than $500,000.00. - Provide recommendations for in the resolution of problems or challenges and the corresponding development of solutions within applicable rules, laws, regulations, etc. Collaborate with others and/or work within acquisition and cross-functional teams to address challenges, institute improvements and achieve the goals /objectives of the laboratory. - Use computer systems or applications to access, create, edit, print, send, retrieve, or manipulate analytical data, files, or other information. - Use established Integrated Safety Management Systems principles to insure work is conducted safely. |
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Baccalaureate degree plus 5-8 years' experience, or an Advanced degree plus 3-6 years' experience is required.
Candidates must provide a cover letter explaining why you feel your relevant experience and education make you a good fit for this position/organization. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Energy "L" or "Q" clearance. Preferable experience in the software acquisition arena, including software license agreement negotiations, cloud based solutions and software as a service based agreements. Experience with negotiating is preferred. Experience with awarding/managing Fixed Priced Subcontracts is preferred. Experience with awarding/managing software and hardware based acquisitions is preferred. This position may be offered as a project hire. |
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Employee Job Functions
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Employee Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job position which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
Special Senses: Eyes: Visually demanding work, near vision. Work Conditions: Equipment: Typing/keyboard; Personnel Requirements: >8 hrs./day, working alone.
Certifications: Testing Designated Position (TDP)
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Please Apply Before: |
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April 23, 2018 (11:59 p.m., MST)
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Environmental, Safety and Health Statement
Must be familiar with, and comply with all relevant health and safety requirements. Must be knowledgeable of emergency action policies and procedures, methods for reporting/resolving work practices or conditions to available cognizant professionals.
Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.
INL Overview
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 4,300 scientists, researchers and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and develop technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security and environmental missions.
The Idaho Falls Area
Idaho Falls is conveniently situated near many national treasures such as Yellowstone National Park, Teton National Park, Jackson, WY, etc. For more information about the area, please visit www.visitidahofalls.com and www.visitidaho.org.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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