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CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Department of the Navy Headquarters · Department of the Navy

Salary
$106,437–$170,214/year
Grade
13
Work location
Telework eligible (US)
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Apply by
Aug 26, 2026
Category
Contracting

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Summary

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill positions at various organizations across the Department of the Navy, including but not limited to the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC). Pay Ranges: San Diego CA: $121,585 - $158,062 Per Year Washington D.C.: $121,785 - $158,322 Per Year Norfolk VA: $113,656 - $147,755 Per Year Silverdale WA: $130,932 - $170,214 Per Year Jacksonville FL: $106,437 - $138,370 Per Year Pearl Harbor and Honolulu HI: $111,119 - $144,457 Per Year

Duties

You will apply contracting policies, contracting practices and negotiating techniques to negotiate in the acquisition of services, systems, and construction.

You will perform pre-award and post-award functions relating to the planning, development, award, and/or administration of contracts.

You will analyze and provide technical guidance on factors affecting contractors' costs using historical cost data.

You will interpret procurement regulations and policies.

You will review contracts, contracting plans, and contract changes.

Education

Applicants must meet the following Basic Education Requirement of the Department of Defense Qualification Standard for Contracting Positions: A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. NOTE: The education requirement listed above applies only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent) 1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement.

How you will be evaluated

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: USA Hire and Structured Resume Review. The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

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