Management and Program Analyst (Contracting Officer’s Representative)

Quick Facts

• Role: Management and Program Analyst (Contracting Officer’s Representative / COR)
• Primary focus: Technical oversight and analysis for contract administration and acquisition support

Description

Serve as a COR for a Business Management Unit, supporting acquisition activities from pre-award through post-award. You will monitor contract cost, schedule, and scope, review invoices/vouchers, develop technical requirements and statements of work, and conduct studies to improve contract administration. You will also advise leadership on contracting actions such as soliciting, evaluating, and negotiating awards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contract and agreement performance (cost, schedule, and parameters), including invoice and voucher review/approval
• Conduct studies to evaluate effectiveness of contract administration and execution
• Develop technical requirements and statements of work for inclusion in RFPs
• Support defining contract requirements, preparing requisitions, and ensuring adequate funds are committed/certified
• Advise leadership on technical matters related to pre- and post-award acquisition activity

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Successful completion of a background investigation
• Successful completion of a drug screen
• Selective Service registration certification for eligible males
• Possess and maintain FAC-COR III certification within 6 months of entrance on duty
• GS-14 qualification via 1 year of specialized experience at GS-13 (or equivalent), including COR technical expert work, managing multiple complex contracts, conducting business/budget/financial analysis, performing requirements and independent cost/cost-benefit analysis, and preparing SOWs/PWS/QASP/objectives plus maintaining contractual documentation

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive federal benefits (health, dental, vision, life, long-term care)
• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k)), Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program, paid leave and federal holidays
• Possible additional benefits: flexible work schedules, telework, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, wellness programs/fitness centers
• Career development and training opportunities