FACILITY SUPPORT CONTRACTS BRANCH HEAD

FACILITY SUPPORT CONTRACTS BRANCH HEAD

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Panama City, FL • On-site

$106.44K/yr

Other

Posted 28 days ago


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7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

You will serve as a Facility Support Contracts Branch Head in the Expeditionary Department of NAVAL FACILITIES ENG COMMAND ATLANTIC.
**This position is a 100% TDY to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa. This is a full-time temporary assignment not to exceed 1 year.
May be filled as a temporary promotion or a temporary reassignment.
Qualifications:Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Implementing and understanding regulatory requirements surrounding acquisition strategies such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), and Naval Facilities Acquisition Standards (NFAS); 2) Recognizing and analyzing problems, conducting research, summarizing results and making appropriate recommendations; 3) Developing contract requirements, document structure, proposal and bidding
procedures, and performance evaluation standards; AND 4) Managing complex work assignments and workforce to achieve services on schedule and within resource constraints.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/general-business-and-industry-series-1101b/
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Contract Manager?

A: To succeed as a Contract Manager, key technical skills include proficiency in contract law, negotiation, and risk management, as well as expertise in contract management software and tools. Soft skills such as strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities, along with traits like adaptability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach, are also essential for effective contract management. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Contract Manager can efficiently navigate complex contracts, mitigate risks, and drive business growth, ultimately supporting their career advancement and professional effectiveness.

Q: What is the career path for a Contract Manager?

A: A Contract Manager's typical career progression involves starting as a Contract Administrator or Assistant Contract Manager, where they develop foundational skills in contract negotiation, drafting, and management. As they gain experience, they can move into mid-level roles such as Contract Manager or Senior Contract Manager, where they oversee complex contracts, lead teams, and develop strategic relationships with stakeholders. Ultimately, senior Contract Managers can transition into leadership positions like Director of Contracts or Procurement, or pursue specialized roles like Contract Negotiation Specialist or Compliance Officer, leveraging their expertise to drive business growth and mitigate risk.



U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) job posting for a FACILITY SUPPORT CONTRACTS BRANCH HEAD in Panama City, FL with a salary of $106,437 Annually with a map of Panama City location.