Contracting Officer

Summary
Contracting Officers streamline the acquisition process, maximize resources, and negotiate and manage complex contracts such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts.
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Duties
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.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment

You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
You must be a U. S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

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

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following
Accounting
Communications
Economics
English
Finance
Management
Pre-Law
Supply Chain Management

At least a 3. 0 GPA on a 4-point scale
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Required Documents
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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U. S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U. S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
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Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
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Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia. gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
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Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating .