CONTRACTING - 6C0X1
This job requires military service in the Air Force Reserve.
Position Summary
The Air Force is a major purchaser of services and supplies, so we must get the best value for every dollar spent. Contracting specialists help to prepare, negotiate and award contracts, as well as evaluate performance, making sure we follow strict standards and the money we spend is always put to its best use.
Primary Responsibilities
- Resolve contract problems.
- Buy equipment, supplies, services and construction to support base activities.
- Obtain marketing data, supply sources and trade information.
- Analyze prices before preparing an order or contract.
Benefits
- Outstanding free or low-cost healthcare coverage for you and your family
- Food and housing assistance
- Continuing-education opportunities
- World-travel opportunities
- Non-prior Service enlistment bonus of up to $15,000 with a six-year contract and paid incrementally over six years (dependent on member meeting all eligibility requirements based on IAW Air Force policy and law)
- Prior Service bonus of up $15,000 for six-year enlistment paid over six years or $7,500 for a three-year contract paid over three years (dependent on member meeting all eligibility requirements based on IAW Air Force policy and law)
- Reenlistment bonus of up to $7,500 with a three-year contract paid upfront/lump sum (dependent on member meeting all eligibility requirements based on IAW Air Force policy and law)
Qualifications
Select full-time opportunities may be available for fully-qualified candidates seeking to affiliate from the active duty Air Force. Full-time opportunities for this role vary by location. To be considered, you must meet the following requirements:
- A high school senior (age 17 or older)*, high school diploma, a GED or 15 college semester hours
- 72 General (G) score on the ASVAB
- Completion of 24 semester hours of business-related subjects
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to speak distinctly
- No prior conviction of court-martial or nonjudicial punishment for dereliction in the performance of duties involving contracting activities, larceny, misappropriation of funds or property or financial irresponsibility.
- Never been convicted by a civilian court of a Category 1, 2 or 3 offense
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 42
*High school students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
About the Air Force Reserve
The Air Force Reserve is a proud partner in America's defense, offering a variety of part-time and full-time jobs with full-time benefits. These include low-cost health insurance, a non-contributory retirement plan, tuition assistance and educational programs. The Air Force Reserve recruits talent and provides highly technical training to help you build and sustain the world's most-advanced air power. All with the flexibility to advance in your civilian career or education while serving close to home. Also, if you’re currently serving or have served, and ready for more, we can use your experience.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: On the road