The Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction (OALC) is led by the VA Chief Acquisition Officer (CAO) and is responsible for directing department-wide procurement, acquisition, program management, contract administration, construction, and logistics activities. This office oversees the planning, design, construction, and facilities management of VA real property.
The Selectee serves as a Contract Specialist (Team Lead) providing services to the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION OR REMOTE POSITION. YOU MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE RETURN TO OFFICE POLICY AND BE ABLE TO WORK ON SITE AT VA OWN/LEASED SPACE*** The Selectee will work closely and collaborate with program customers throughout VBA at all levels. The position is required to possess significant technical expertise and provide operational training at all levels of the organization.
The Contract Specialist is also a subject matter expert in federal acquisition as it is practiced in the Department of Veterans Affairs. Duties include but are not limited to: Monitors work assignments and workload during all phases of the process to ensure objectives are met. Conducts team meetings to update members on workload, best practices, and continuing expectations.
Provides quality customer service, including interacting with customers, answering customer inquiries, and effectively handling customer complaints. The incumbent is expected to assist team members with customer services issues, particularly when team members are not able to manage customer complaints or conflicts.
Serves as an advisor to management on the full range of all team matters in support of VBA's mission and represents the Office of Procurement Operations supporting VBA as a subject matter expert at meetings, conferences and other forums which may include both public and private sector participants. Reviews and completes requirements related to special studies, projects and/or programs that have VBA wide impact.
May serve as Acting Supervisor in absence of supervisor and/or represent leadership's perspective on Department or VBA wide meetings. May represent the supervisor in OIG, GAO meetings and assessments. Conducts technical reviews of contract files in the Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS) to assure all required contract documentation has been completed.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Lead Contract Specialist/PD38991-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Zachery.Shippell@va.gov · 989-497-2500 X13053
This position is with Executive Director, Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $125776 – $163514/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-27.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-22 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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