Starting Salary $ 71,579

This is not a virtual position but telework is available.

OVERVIEW:

Looking for a better work life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veteran’s first for an amazing career!

Since 1946, Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has been delivering the VCS benefit to millions of Veterans enrolled in the VA Healthcare system, the largest Healthcare system in the United States. VCS is an independent service in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) that is Veteran facing, providing reasonably priced goods and services for the comfort and well-being of America’s Veterans.

This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of VC-15. At the VC-13 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of VC-15. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance.

DUTIES:

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

· Performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of contracting functions, with direct responsibility to the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) for administration of assigned contracts.

· Review requests and analyze the appropriate method of procurement.

· Prepare and issue solicitation documents. Review timeline for completion of procurement. Serves as a central point of contact on assigned procurements and respond to inquiries from bidders, Central Office management, and Canteen personnel.

· Processing and monitoring of assigned contracts with effective timetables to ensure timely and accurate contracting actions for each assigned individual contract action, including the specific ability to demonstrate the skill to prepare, coordinate, and prioritize all contract requirements in a timely, effective, and professional manner.

· Negotiate to ensure VCS has fair and reasonable pricing.

· Preparing final contract for Contracting Officer's signature. Includes price analysis, final specifications, delivery schedules, contract start and expiration dates, option years, credit applications, payment schedule and provisions.

· Research products, services, equipment, and specification identified by the requestor. Clarify requests to ensure there is a full understanding of the needed products and services.

· Resolves issues if within authority. If not within authority, forwards to the correct party. If needed, prepares documents for Chief, Contracting and Procurement's review and decision.

VCS offers competitive benefits, including:

• Child Care Subsidy Program

• Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass)

• Annual Cost of Living Pay Increases

• Major Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance & Life Insurance

• Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11 (paid) Federal Holidays

• Company Contribution to Retirement Savings Plan

• Visit us at https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/ for more information about the Veterans Canteen Service

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or 24 hours of business-related coursework. This position will require you to be FAC-C Level I certified within 12 months of hire. To move to the grade VC-15 you will be required to become a FAC-C Level II.

Transcripts will be asked to be provided.

SPECIALIZED REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

· Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct analysis, problem solve, and make decisions.

· Exceptional organizational skills.

· General knowledge of the regulations and methods used in commercial and government procurement and contracting.

· Knowledge of negotiation skills and procedures.

· Basic knowledge of contract administration principles and practices sufficient to monitor contractor performance and compliance with all terms and conditions of the contract.

· Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

· Able to multi-task, meet deadlines with changing/conflicting priority levels.

· Proficient PC skills and ability to work with computer applications and programs.

NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccination programs are requirements for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment. It is a requirement that all HCP receive the COVID-19 vaccination and annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption has been granted. HCP in violation of these directives may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service

HCP for purposes of the influenza vaccination program are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

HCP for purposes of the COVID-19 vaccination program refers to all paid and unpaid persons who work in or travel to VHA locations who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials, including body substances (e.g., blood, tissue, and specific body fluids); contaminated medical supplies, devices, and equipment; contaminated environmental surfaces; or contaminated air. These HCP may include, but are not limited to, emergency medical service personnel, nurses, nursing assistants, physicians, technicians, therapists, phlebotomists, pharmacists, health professions trainees (HPTs), contractor personnel, and persons (e.g., clerical, dietary, environmental services, laundry, security, maintenance, engineering and facilities management, administrative, billing, and volunteer personnel) not directly involved in patient care but potentially exposed to infectious agents that can be transmitted from HCP and patients. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time, intermittent, fee basis employees who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these locations. HCP also includes VHA personnel and contractor personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.