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NAF Contracting Officer
- Air Force Materiel Command (Edwards AFB, CA)
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Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the NAF Accounting Office. The primary purpose of this position is to acquire a wide range of standard equipment, supplies, or services typically described through open-market procedures or through orders against established contracts using simplified acquisition procedures. Responsibilities The primary purpose of this position is to acquire a wide range of standard equipment, supplies, or services typically described through open-market procedures or through orders against established contracts using simplified acquisition procedures. Reviews purchase requests from activities in terms of compliance with administrative requirements and adequacy of information, including item description, minimum allowable purchase quantity, availability of funds and estimated cost. Coordinates with requesting office to obtain or provide additional information. Determines procurement source; local, Air Force Nonappropriated Fund Purchasing Office (AFNAFPO) or the Servicing Contracting Office (SCO). Develop source lists, prepare requests for quotation, verify vendor information, and negotiate with vendors. Prepares documentation for award. Issues purchase/delivery orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) (priced and unpriced), Individual Service Contracts, Concessionaire Contracts, and other contracts and agreements within the limits of contracting officer's warrant. Responsible for post award administration. Provides annual training to all squadron personnel on contracting & purchasing procedures and guidelines. Administers contracts, orders, agreements, and modifications, including follow-up. Gathers, monitors, and maintains data related to purchasing, prepares reports and responds to inquiries. Use automated systems to input purchase requests, issue orders, request for quotations (RFQ), and other purchasing associated information. Resolves disagreements by contacting vendors, managers, or other personnel. Secondary duties of this position include the performance of some accounting duties using double-entry accrual accounting methods to maintain a combination of journals and ledgers. Documents include purchase orders, vouchers, payrolls, property records, etc. Classifies and verifies a wide variety of accounting documents to ensure their mathematical correctness, completeness of information and appropriate accounting codes. Prepares monthly balances, reconciles accounts, and transcribes to general ledger for closeout of all accounts. Tracks inquiries received within organizational liaison box by responding in a timely manner to avoid elevation to next level. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12859590 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 01/04/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have a thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and principles governing NAF financial accounting, to include general and cost accounting, auditing, taxation, budgeting, and financial statement analysis. Must be able to apply these concepts to achieve financial management objectives and solve problems by organizing and evaluating financial data. Knowledge of accounting codes and automated systems. Must have experience with the entire procurement process, including requests, bids, purchase orders, and contracts. This also involves monitoring contractor compliance to ensure all terms and conditions are met. A comprehensive knowledge of acquisition laws and regulations is essential for both pre-award and post-award actions. Basic computer skills are a must, including proficiency with standard office applications like MS Word, Excel, and Access, as well as familiarity with the internet. The ability to create and deliver formal written and oral presentations, including complex acquisition plans and statements of work, is a key skill. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). Must be able to obtain NAF $25k Contracting Warrant within 12 months. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. New employee orientation; annual ethics. On-the-job training will occur on a daily basis pending full performance. Hands-on training will continue as required. All formal and informal training applicable to this position as deemed necessary by the supervisor or higher headquarters. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Non appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This position is not included in a bargaining unit. Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number ???????LOCAL 1406. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.
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