Source: USAJOBS · Bespree is not the employer.
Contracting Officers streamline the acquisition process, maximize resources, and negotiate and manage complex contracts such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts.
As a Contracting Officer for CIA, you will be part of a highly motivated team that provides critical support to U.S. national security. Working alongside Agency and other Intelligence Community colleagues, you will apply your business skills to diverse programs for technical collection systems, construction projects, information technology initiatives, and more. At CIA, only the Contracting Officer is legally authorized to financially obligate the U.S. Government to acquire its products and services. Working in a team environment, you will learn and utilize innovative business practices to streamline the acquisition process and maximize resources. You will also negotiate and manage a wide variety of unique and complex contract types, such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts, to obtain the best value on behalf of the U.S. Government. Contracting Officers are hired at various experience levels, from entry to full performance positions. You will be provided with progressively more on-the-job experiences and related training and development programs, enabling you to achieve your career goals while supporting mission needs.
Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Strong analytic and critical thinking skills Exceptional customer service skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills Attention to administrative detail Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines and U.S. Government contracting At least one of the following designations Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) Defense Acquisitions Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification Federal or military contracting experience Experiences conducting a wide range of acquisition lifecycle activities, including Acquisition planning Contract awarding and closeout activities Source selection Firm fixed-price contracts Cost and price analysis and negotiation experience Cost plus and cost reimbursement Advanced degree in Business, Public Administration, or Law Demonstrated excellent: Interpersonal skills Verbal and written communication skills Customer service
Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following Accounting Business Administration Communications Economics English Finance Management Pre-Law Supply Chain Management At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
Washington, District of Columbia
For more information, please visit: Contracting Officer.
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This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit Contracting Officer, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
The United States federal government offers civilian positions across its agencies and offices.
Source: USAJOBS · Bespree is not the employer.
Contracting Officers streamline the acquisition process, maximize resources, and negotiate and manage complex contracts such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts.
As a Contracting Officer for CIA, you will be part of a highly motivated team that provides critical support to U.S. national security. Working alongside Agency and other Intelligence Community colleagues, you will apply your business skills to diverse programs for technical collection systems, construction projects, information technology initiatives, and more. At CIA, only the Contracting Officer is legally authorized to financially obligate the U.S. Government to acquire its products and services. Working in a team environment, you will learn and utilize innovative business practices to streamline the acquisition process and maximize resources. You will also negotiate and manage a wide variety of unique and complex contract types, such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts, to obtain the best value on behalf of the U.S. Government. Contracting Officers are hired at various experience levels, from entry to full performance positions. You will be provided with progressively more on-the-job experiences and related training and development programs, enabling you to achieve your career goals while supporting mission needs.
Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Strong analytic and critical thinking skills Exceptional customer service skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills Attention to administrative detail Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines and U.S. Government contracting At least one of the following designations Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) Defense Acquisitions Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification Federal or military contracting experience Experiences conducting a wide range of acquisition lifecycle activities, including Acquisition planning Contract awarding and closeout activities Source selection Firm fixed-price contracts Cost and price analysis and negotiation experience Cost plus and cost reimbursement Advanced degree in Business, Public Administration, or Law Demonstrated excellent: Interpersonal skills Verbal and written communication skills Customer service
Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following Accounting Business Administration Communications Economics English Finance Management Pre-Law Supply Chain Management At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
Washington, District of Columbia
For more information, please visit: Contracting Officer.
For further information, please visit: Contracting Officer.
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit Contracting Officer, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
The United States federal government offers civilian positions across its agencies and offices.