Contract_Labor_Cat_Descriptions_02_Amendment.pdf

Contract Labor Category Job Description Amendment 02 NNK16585040R

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1 ACCOUNTING CLERK III A high school diploma and 2-

3 years of experience in the field or related area

The Accounting Clerk III maintains journals or subsidiary ledgers of an accounting system and balances and reconciles accounts. Typical duties include one or both of the following: 1.) reviewing invoices and statements verifying information, ensuring sufficient funds have been obligated, and if questionable, resolving with the submitting unit determining accounts involved. The review will include coding transactions, and processing material through data processing for application in the accounting system; 2.) Analysis and reconciliation of computer printouts with operating unit reports (contacting units, researching causes of discrepancies, and taking action to ensure that accounts balance). Supervisor provides suggestions for handling unusual or non-recurring transactions. Conformance with requirements and technical soundness of completed work are reviewed by the supervisor, or are controlled by mechanisms built into the accounting processes.

2 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT High school diploma and 2 years experience

In addition to secretarial duties (filing, taking phone calls, scheduling appointments, making travel arrangements), this position will provide administrative support to executive staff with office management responsibilities to include budgeting, personnel records and payroll.

The Administrative Assistant may be required to work independently on projects requiring research and preparation of briefing charts and other presentation materials.

3 SECRETARY III High school diploma, minimum of one (1) year of experience in office administration.

This position provides support to staff whose organizational structure is divided into two or more subordinate supervisory levels (of which at least one is a managerial level) with several subdivisions at each level and who plays an important role in determining the policies and major programs of the entire organization. Serves as office representative in a professional and courteous manner. Carries out recurring office procedures independently. Has comprehensive knowledge of general practices, guidelines and references and selects

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to specific case as appropriate. Provides policy and procedural guidance to managers and secretaries/management support assistants.

Ensures consistent and quality products. Performs varied duties including or comparable to the following: handles visitors/phone calls, maintains calendar, operates office automation equipment, coordinates travel, maintains files, coordinates and tracks correspondence, coordinates and tracks actions, coordinates meetings, schedules conference rooms, takes meeting minutes, disseminates information, coordinates moves and information services.

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4 ACCOUNTANT I Degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that has 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. At least 1 year of specialized experience as an accountant.

Knowledge and skill in the performance of a wide range of operational accounting issues; including cost accounting, property accounting, reimbursement accounting and all other relevant areas within financial management. Supports routine or well established procedures and must comply with policies and procedures prescribed in the NASA Financial Management Regulations. Has a working knowledge of and adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP). Knowledge of accounting principles, concepts, techniques, policies, procedures, cost accounting elements, theories and the ability to apply them to theoretical and actual financial problems with versatility and judgment. Assist in completing accounting assignments and projects with scheduled deadlines, resolving problems and conflicts, and effectively communicating with customers on actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review.

5 ACCOUNTANT II Degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that has 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. At least 3 year of specialized experience as an accountant.

Good working knowledge and skill in the performance of a wide range of operational accounting issues; including cost accounting, property accounting, reimbursement accounting and all other relevant areas within financial management. Implements established procedures and must comply with policies and procedures prescribed in the NASA Financial Management

Regulations; knowledge of and adherence to Generally Accepted

Accounting principles (GAAP). Professional knowledge of accounting principles, concepts, techniques, policies, procedures, cost accounting elements, theories and the ability to apply them to theoretical and actual financial problems with versatility and judgment. Provides support in completing accounting assignments and projects with scheduled deadlines, resolving problems and conflicts, and effectively communicating with customers on actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review.

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6 ACCOUNTANT III Degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that has 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. At least 5 year of specialized experience as an accountant.

Detailed, in-depth, knowledge and skill in the performance of a wide range of operational accounting issues; including cost accounting, property accounting, reimbursement accounting and all other relevant areas within financial management. Knowledge of government, NASA and KSC regulations, procedures, theories and practices relating to assigned systems sufficient to develop or modify software characteristics and accounting methods to meet functional requirements; thorough knowledge of and adherence to

Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP). Professional knowledge of accounting principles, concepts, techniques, policies, procedures, cost accounting elements, theories and the ability to apply them to theoretical and actual financial problems with versatility and judgment. Develops a mutually acceptable project plan which typically included identification of the work to be done, the scope of the project, and the deadlines for completion. Provides support to senior level management in the planning, designing, developing, evaluation and integration of effective financial management controls. Working independently, completes accounting assignments and projects with scheduled deadlines, resolving problems and conflicts, and effectively communicating with customers on actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review

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7 ACCOUNTANT IV Degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that has 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. At least 10-15 years of specialized experience as an accountant.

Mastery of a wide range of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or the improvement of complex management processes in performance of a wide range of operational accounting issues, including cost accounting, property accounting, reimbursement accounting and all other relevant areas within financial management. Knowledge of government, NASA and KSC regulations, procedures, theories and practices relating to assigned systems sufficient to develop or modify software characteristics and accounting methods to meet functional requirements; thorough knowledge of and adherence to

Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP). Develops a mutually acceptable project plan which typically included identification of the work to be done, the scope of the project, and the deadlines for completion. Responsible for resolving complex issues that may cross multiple organizations and have a program impact. Cross-functional operational expert that can perform detailed analytical tasks on issues that cross over to the budget execution arena. Provide technical assistance to senior level management in the planning, designing, developing, evaluation and integration of effective financial management controls.

8 COST ANALYST I Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 8 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of Work.

Knowledge and skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to perform independent Cost Analysis assessment of major KSC programs and projects. Expert knowledge in cost analyses using a variety of quantitative and qualitative techniques and methods to perform reviews and assessments of technical cost estimates and project schedules. Expert knowledge in element interrelationships and critical path analysis; evaluation of technical and programmatic risk and uncertainties, and the resultant effect on the program budget and schedule; integration of cost, schedule and risk elements and evaluation of the overall program impact.

Detailed, In-depth knowledge of cost database development and maintenance, parametric analysis, cost estimating software and

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documentation, life cycle estimating and cost analysis methodology with an emphasis on critical evaluation and monitoring of cost estimates and associated budget plans for projects and programs.

Work independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making to include identification of cost-related issues and development of short- and long-term solutions; construction of mathematical models to determine effects of stakeholder decisions on programs in order to evaluate the need for changes in practices and processes. Expert knowledge in development of experimental designs, analytic methods and exploratory techniques related to cost estimating and analysis, and support of performance of Joint Confidence Level (JCL) analysis. Experience with consulting with other Agencies/organizations to determine cost estimating and analysis best practices.

9 COST ANALYST II Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 8 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Advanced knowledge and skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to perform independent Cost Analysis assessment of major KSC programs and projects. Expert knowledge in cost analyses using a variety of quantitative and qualitative techniques and methods to perform reviews and assessments of technical cost estimates and project schedules. Expert knowledge in element interrelationships and critical path analysis; evaluation of technical and programmatic risk and uncertainties, and the resultant effect on the program budget and schedule; integration of cost, schedule and risk elements and evaluation of the overall program impact.

Detailed, In-depth knowledge of cost database development and maintenance, parametric analysis, cost estimating software and documentation, life cycle estimating and cost analysis methodology with an emphasis on critical evaluation and monitoring of cost estimates and associated budget plans for projects and programs. Work independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making to

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include identification of cost-related issues and development of short- and long-term solutions; construction of mathematical models to determine effects of stakeholder decisions on programs in order to evaluate the need for changes in practices and processes. Expert knowledge in development of experimental designs, analytic methods and exploratory techniques related to cost estimating and analysis, and support of performance of Joint Confidence Level

(JCL) analysis. Experience with consulting with other

Agencies/organizations to determine cost estimating and analysis best practices. Assist management in the planning and executing the financial training program meeting all established goals and objectives. Ability to provide instruction on assigned topics in accordance with approved curriculum. Current proficiency in instructional techniques incorporating examples in the teaching process based on NASA and real world examples of applications related to the subject matter utilizing instructor’s personal experience. Works with subject matter experts to develop and revise curriculum to ensure accurate content and format. Knowledge in developing instructional aides (such as handouts, reference materials, or audio/visual supports) for courses assigned. Ability in creating teaching outlines in accordance with established guidelines.

Makes recommendations to management on course improvement and customer training needs based on reviewing and analyzing student course evaluations and incorporating the latest concepts in the various training medias. In-depth knowledge of the training curriculum to ensure compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy and guidelines. Accurately maintains records and statistical information on employee training.

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10 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT I Associates Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 3 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Directorate Executive staff for various projects, programs or events. Knowledge and skill in executive assistant support with an emphasis on implementing general or specific policy guidance and implementing instructions based on a constant awareness of the intent, status and effectiveness of KSC administrative processes and communications with respect to inter-

Center and intra-Center activities. Knowledge and skill in applying complicated and comprehensive evaluation of occupation regulations, techniques, and procedures to perform assistance work requiring: extensive searches of records, references, or historical materials; analyze comparisons with complex and broadly written criteria; complete assignments using specialized and complicated techniques; and develop, examine, adjust, reconsider, and authorize solutions. Skilled in responding to administrative problems and inquiries brought to the Director and/or Deputy Director by members of the Center staff; NASA Headquarters; other Federal

Agencies; congressional staffs; business, industrial and academic organizations; and international governments and organizations.

Skilled in planning, organizing and working in a team environment to effectively coordinate the work of the office to include providing recommendations for improvement in the administrative, clerical and secretarial areas.

11 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT II Associates Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 4 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Directorate Executive staff for various projects, programs or events. A good understanding of a wide-range of administrative concepts, principles and practices. Knowledge and skill in applying complicated and comprehensive evaluation of occupation regulations, techniques, and procedures to perform assistance work requiring: extensive searches of records, references, or historical materials; analyze comparisons with complex and broadly written criteria; complete assignments using specialized and complicated techniques; and develop, examine, adjust, reconsider, Labor Category Qualifications Position Description

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and authorize solutions. Ability to evaluate and recommend changes in administrative policies, modify office procedures and practices which affect the organizations, and to project administrative problems and requirements. Detailed knowledge of the substantive organizations and programs of the Center and Agency to perform such tasks as directing inquiries to proper person, assembling information to be used for reports to inquiries and to maintain awareness of the administrative problems related to the Center’s programs. Skill in interpreting and applying Center, Agency, and

Federal correspondence policies, procedures, and instructions to executive communications of the Office of the Center Director. In-depth skill in planning, organizing and working in a team environment to effectively coordinate the work of the office to include providing recommendations for improvement in the administrative, clerical and secretarial areas.

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12 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT III Associates Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 5 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Directorate Executive staff for various projects, programs or events. An in-depth understanding of a wide-range of administrative concepts, principles and practices.

Knowledge and skill in applying complicated and comprehensive evaluation of occupation regulations, techniques, and procedures to perform assistance work requiring: extensive searches of records, references, or historical materials; analyze comparisons with complex and broadly written criteria; complete assignments using specialized and complicated techniques; and develop, examine, adjust, reconsider, and authorize solutions. Ability to evaluate and recommend changes in administrative policies, modify office procedures and practices which affect the organizations, and to project administrative problems and requirements. Detailed knowledge of the substantive organizations and programs of the

Center and Agency to perform such tasks as directing inquiries to proper person(s), assembling information to be used for reports to inquiries and to maintain awareness of the administrative problems related to the Center’s programs. Advance skill in interpreting and applying Center, Agency, and Federal correspondence policies, procedures, and instructions to executive communications of the

Office of the Center Director. Skill in advising and instructing senior

Center secretarial, clerical, and administrative personnel of the

Center's correspondence policies and procedures; providing both verbal and written guidance. Advance skill in planning, organizing and working in a team environment to effectively coordinate the work of the office.

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13 INTERNAL CONTROLS

ANALYST I

Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 1 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Provide basic analysis of program/project/event to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Support routine or well established processes to implement and maintain a method to perform periodic monitoring and validation testing of key control processes. Support the evaluation of documentation of key roles, responsibilities, procedures and practices to ensure accuracy, integrity, and completeness of those functions. Support the review and document the quality and effectiveness of existing process controls, training, documentation, and other key aspects of the existing internal control system. Support evaluation of risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event under review. Support comprehensive analyses of management and resource systems, administrative operations and/or other operations susceptible to fraud, misuse or abuse. Maintain a reporting and monitoring system of internal control deficiencies and associated corrective action plans. Maintain metrics related to internal control goals and objectives for program/project/event audited. Prepare

Microsoft Power Point presentations or other briefings related to internal control deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.

14 INTERNAL CONTROLS

ANALYST II

Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 3 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of program/project/event to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Assist in the development and implement and maintain a method to perform periodic monitoring and validation testing of key control processes. Evaluate documentation of key roles, responsibilities, procedures and practices to ensure accuracy, integrity, and completeness of those functions. Review and document the quality and effectiveness of existing process controls, training, documentation, and other key aspects of the existing internal control

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system. Evaluate risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event under review. Conduct comprehensive analyses of management and resource systems, administrative operations and/or other operations susceptible to fraud, misuse or abuse. Establish a reporting and monitoring system of internal control deficiencies and associated corrective action plans. Maintain metrics related to internal control goals and objectives for program/project/event audited. Document and present findings and recommendations related to internal controls performance and effectiveness. Prepare and present Microsoft

Power Point presentations or other briefings related to internal control deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.

15 INTERNAL CONTROLS

ANALYST III

Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 5 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Detailed, In-depth knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of program/project/event to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Develop, implement and maintain a method to perform periodic monitoring and validation testing of key control processes. Evaluate documentation of key roles, responsibilities, procedures and practices to ensure accuracy, integrity, and completeness of those functions. Review and document the quality and effectiveness of existing process controls, training, documentation, and other key aspects of the existing internal control system. Evaluate risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event under review. Conduct comprehensive analyses of management and resource systems, administrative operations and/or other operations susceptible to fraud, misuse or abuse. Establish a reporting and monitoring system of internal control deficiencies and associated corrective action plans. Develop metrics related to internal control goals and objectives for program/project/event audited. Work independently

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to document and present findings and recommendations related to internal controls performance and effectiveness to senior level management. Prepare and present Microsoft Power Point presentations or other briefings related to internal control deficiencies and recommended corrective actions. Provide technical assistance to senior level management in the planning, designing, developing, evaluation and integration of effective internal management controls.

16 INTERNAL CONTROLS

ANALYST LEAD

Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 5 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Experience in providing direction to a team of employees in the area of planning and executing work assignments, resolving conflicts, coordinating work efforts, interpreting policy, and meeting goals and objectives. Support KSC management in the implementation of

Agency and Center level internal management control program to include participating in the development and execution of periodic monitoring and validation testing of key control processes to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Current knowledge of the quality and effectiveness of existing process controls, training, documentation, and other key aspects of the existing internal control system. In-depth knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of program/project/event to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines.

Expert knowledge in conducting comprehensive analyses of management and resource systems, administrative operations and/or other operations susceptible to fraud, misuse or abuse. Establish a reporting and monitoring system of internal control deficiencies and associated corrective action plans. Develop metrics related to internal control goals and objectives for program/project/event audited. Work independently to document and present findings and recommendations related to internal controls performance and effectiveness to senior level management. Prepare and present

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Microsoft Power Point presentations or other briefings related to internal control deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.

17 IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST,

SENIOR

Undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience. At least 10-15 years of specialized experience as an IT Support

Specialist as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Expertise in providing technical interface and support to multiple users for all KSC Information Technology (IT) provided services.

Expertise in responding to and resolving assigned user’s IT related issues on internal organizational related software, telephone support services, website and website content. Expertise in responding to and resolving findings from internal audits and reviews. Support various Working Groups on facilities and IT matters that include such things as Security, software and hardware upgrades, and other

IT or non-IT tasks to ensure implementation of the latest guidance and recommendations. Serve as the organizational representative responsible for working equipment requests. Thorough understanding of IT principles and practices and versatility to work in varied project frameworks while satisfying customer tailored requirements. Skilled in planning, organizing and working in teams to effectively make recommendations on project implementation with management and other IT Support Specialist.

18 LOGISTICS SPECIALIST I Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 1 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as

Basic understanding of executing logistics requirements to include process analysis, data collection, database administration and validation, and records disposition. Support quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Assist with technical and schedule status to include evaluation of risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event. Assist with identifying progress and/or

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defined by the Statement of

Work.

problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals. Identify issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available. Requires a basic understanding of logistics principles and practices and versatility to work in varied project frameworks while satisfying tailored customer requirements.

19 LOGISTICS SPECIALIST II Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 3 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Knowledge and skill in executing logistics requirements to include process analysis, data collection, database administration and validation, and records disposition. Knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Support technical and schedule status to include evaluation of risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event. Provide progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals. Provide recommendations for resolving issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available. Requires an understanding of logistics principles and practices and versatility to work in varied project frameworks while satisfying tailored customer requirements. Works independently to provide senior level management with reports and other data for review and decision making.

20 LOGISTICS SPECIALIST III Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 5 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as

Advance knowledge and skill in executing logistics requirements to include process analysis, data collection, database administration and validation, and records disposition. Advance knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Support technical and schedule status to include evaluation of risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event. Provide progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals. Provide

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defined by the Statement of

Work.

recommendations for resolving issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available. Requires a thorough understanding of logistics principles and practices and versatility to work in varied project frameworks while satisfying tailored customer requirements. Works independently to provide senior level management with reports and other data for review and decision making. Provide technical assistance to senior level management in the planning, designing, developing, evaluation and integration of effective logistic management controls.

21 LOGISTICS SPECIALIST IV Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 6 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Detailed In-depth knowledge and skill in executing logistics requirements to include process analysis, data collection, database administration and validation, and records disposition. Expert knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Support technical and schedule status to include evaluation of risk assessments, mitigation plans, and corrective action plans related to program/project/event. Provide progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals. Identify issues and provide recommendations for resolving issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available.

Requires a thorough understanding of logistics principles and practices and versatility to work in varied project frameworks while satisfying tailored customer requirements. Provide technical assistance to senior level management in the planning, designing, developing, evaluation and integration of effective logistic management controls. Skilled in analysis techniques used to evaluate program accomplishments.

Skilled in planning, organizing and working in teams to effectively make recommendations on project implementation with

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management. Assist in training and guiding others on Logistic methods and processes.

22 PROCUREMENT ANALYST I Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 1 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Basic knowledge of each phase of the acquisition and contract management life cycle including requirements analysis, market research, acquisition planning and strategy, solicitation, negotiation, determination of price reasonableness, contract management, and performance assessment. Knowledge of basic procurement regulatory requirements set forth in the Federal Acquisition

Regulation (FAR), the NASA FAR Supplement (NFS), applicable

Kennedy Documented Procedures (KDP’s) and local contract law, regulations and procedures to carry out assignments of a recurring or developmental nature for planning, analyzing, or evaluating procurement programs or contractual action. Provides assistance on assessing technical requirements needed to support program and project implementation. Supports routine or well established procedures for database development and maintenance with emphasis on data input, query, and report generation. Performs work that is routine or well defined to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making.

23 PROCUREMENT ANALYST III Undergraduate degree preferred in the related field from an accredited educational institution and at least 3 years of specialized experience. Or equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of

Work.

Knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the interpretation of contractual data, contract funding and changes.

Provides analysis of Procurement request to ensure compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Working knowledge of each phase of the acquisition and contract management life cycle including requirements analysis, market research, acquisition planning and strategy, solicitation, negotiation, determination of price reasonableness, contract management, and performance assessment. Working knowledge of procurement regulatory requirements set forth in the Federal Acquisition

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Regulation (FAR), the NASA FAR Supplement (NFS), applicable

Kennedy Documented Procedures (KDP’s) and local contract law, regulations and procedures to carry out assignments of a developmental nature for planning, analyzing, or evaluating procurement programs or contractual action. Develop and maintain integrated schedules for the various program and project implementation assigned providing assistance on assessing technical requirements and supporting solution resolution on procurement-related issues, discrepancies and problems. Detailed working knowledge of database development and maintenance with emphasis on data input, query, and report generation. Works independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making.

24 PROCUREMENT BUSINESS

SYSTEMS SUPPORT (PBSS) I

Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 5 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the Statement of Work.

Minimum of 3 years experience working with SAP Public Sector software.

In depth working knowledge of the CMM, SAP Materials

Management (MM) and Finance (FI) Module (specifically the

Agency’s and the KSC SAP configuration), Business Warehouse and other reporting tools available to NASA. Provide maintenance of the KSC configuration within the SAP software for KSC

Procurement Office groups. Provide technical interface and support for the development and maintenance of SAP business processes and recommend solutions to resolve end user procurement related issues and problems related to the Agency’s Core Financial System.

Provide technical interface and support for the development of alternatives and options available (within the agency-wide rules and guidelines) to resolve KSC specific problems, issues and end-user queries. Provide technical interface and support for the on-going training of KSC end-users and super users. Provide operational support for the month-end close process, FY year-end close process, and FY start-up process.

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25 PROGRAM ANALYST I Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution OR 3 years of specialized experience in a relevant field as defined by the Statement of Work

Provides support to the Center for various projects, programs or events. Knowledge and skill in program/project support with an emphasis on program analysis ensuring adherence to U.S. and foreign government regulations, policies and procedures. Skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness for management and technical users. Understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Skill in the execution of database and systems development and maintenance with emphasis on data input, query, and report generation capabilities used in the presentation of program progress and problem status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals for implementation. Assist with the development and maintenance of integrated schedules for the various development projects. Assists in the monthly reporting and funding process. Develop monthly variance and trend analysis.

Analyze and interpret data, contract funding and changes, and provide weekly status. Execute the monthly reporting and funding process; provide data for the award fee input. Provide monthly tracking and aging reports of open program actions and other changes. Assist with progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals for implementation. Provide recommendations for resolving issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available. Skilled in planning, organizing and working in teams to effectively make recommendations on project implementation with management.

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26 PROGRAM ANALYST II Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution. At least 3 years of specialized experience in a relevant field as defined by the Statement of Work

Provides support to the Center for various projects, programs or events. Detailed, knowledge and skill in program/project support with an emphasis on program analysis ensuring adherence to U.S.

and foreign government regulations, policies and procedures.

knowledge of budgeting and financial management issues and activities, including historical cost. Determines resource requirements and recommends resource allocations based on priorities and needs. Knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Detailed, knowledge of database development and maintenance with emphasis on data input, query, and report generation capabilities used in the presentation of the projects’ budget, and technical changes ; Develop and maintain integrated schedules for the various development projects; Develops and analyzes cost and other data models including technical content and direct and indirect rates development and application to customers.

Assist in the monthly reporting and funding process and provide progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals. Provide data for the award fee input; Provide monthly tracking and aging reports; Work independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making; Evaluates the significance of conflicting data and trends using advanced analytical capabilities.

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27 PROGRAM ANALYST III Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution. At least5 year of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Center for various projects, programs or events. Detailed, In-depth knowledge and skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness for management and technical users. Advance knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Detailed, In-depth knowledge of database development and maintenance with emphasis on data input, query, and report generation capabilities used in the presentation of the projects’ technical and budgetary changes and funding. Develop and maintain integrated schedules for the various development projects. Assist in the monthly reporting and funding process. Develop monthly variance and trend analysis. Analyze and interpret data, contract funding and changes, and provide weekly status. Execute the monthly reporting and funding process; Provide data for the award fee input. Provide monthly tracking and aging reports of open contract and other changes. Provide progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals for implementation. Provide recommendations for resolving issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available. Work independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making; Evaluates the significance of conflicting data and trends using advanced analytical capabilities.

Assist in training and guiding new Program Analyst employees

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28 PROGRAM ANALYST IV Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution. At least 10 year of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Center for various projects, programs or events. Expert knowledge and skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness for management and technical users. Expert knowledge and skill of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the analysis of requirements to determine compliance with existing laws, regulations, policy, and guidelines. Expert knowledge of database development and maintenance with emphasis on data input, query, and report generation capabilities used in the presentation of the projects’ technical and budgetary changes and funding. Performs quantitative and/or qualitative analysis for various complex project elements with expert knowledge of major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the organization. Develop and maintain integrated schedules for the various development projects. Assist in the monthly reporting and funding process. Develop monthly variance and trend analysis.

Analyze and interpret data, contract funding and changes, and provide weekly status. Execute the monthly reporting and funding process; Provide data for the award fee input. Provide monthly tracking and aging reports of open contract and other changes.

Provide progress and/or problems status to include providing recommendations and obtaining approvals for implementation. Provide recommendations for resolving issues and deviations according to established practices and obtaining guidance where precedents are unclear or not available. Work independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making; Evaluates the significance of conflicting data and trends using advanced analytical capabilities. Assist in training and guiding other Program Analyst employees. Perform duties that include assessing requirements, plan development, risk/issue identification and mitigation in order to provide recommendation for

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managerial decision making on program. In-depth knowledge of agency program goals and objectives in order to effectively execute the sequence of key program events and milestones. Skilled in analysis techniques to evaluate program accomplishments.

Evaluates the significance of conflicting analytical data and trends using advanced analytical capabilities. Skilled in planning, Labor Category Qualifications Position Description

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29 PROGRAM/PROJECT

COORDINATOR I

Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 2 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Center for various project, program or events.

Knowledge and skill in program/project support with an emphasis on planning and coordinating program details ensuring adherence to U.S.

and foreign government regulations, international cultures and customs, and governmental policies and procedures. Skilled in administrating the execution of project, programs or event. Supports the Program/ Project Manager by participating in meetings and communications with government stakeholders for the development and execution of the plan. Perform duties that include assessing requirements, plan development, risk/issue identification and mitigation in order to provide recommendation for managerial decision making on project/program execution. Performs all aspects of project execution to include logistical support (e.g., facilities, marketing/ communications, graphics, security, record management, and transportation, etc), preparing purchase request, report generation, curriculum establishment, calendar maintenance, record retention and general website maintenance. Knowledge of agency program goals and objectives in order to effectively execute the sequence of key program events and milestones. Skilled in analysis techniques to evaluate program accomplishments. Skilled in planning, organizing and working in teams to effectively make recommendations on project implementation with management.

Labor Category Qualifications Position Description

EXEMPT from Service Contract Act:

30 PROGRAM/PROJECT

COORDINATOR II

Bachelors Degree in the related field from an accredited educational institution or possess a minimum of 4 years of equivalent professional experience as defined by the

Statement of Work.

Provides support to the Center for various projects, programs or events. Detailed knowledge and skill in program/project support with an emphasis on planning and coordinating program details ensuring adherence to U.S. and foreign government regulations, international cultures and customs, and governmental policies and procedures.

Advance knowledge and skill in administrating the execution of project, programs or events. Represent the Program/Project Manager by participating in development and execution of meetings/communications with government and stakeholders.

Perform duties that include assessing requirements, plan development, risk/issue identification and mitigation in order to provide recommendation for managerial decision making on program /project execution. Perform all aspects of project execution to include logistical support (e.g., facilities, graphics, marketing/ communications, security, record management, and transportation, etc), preparing purchase request, report generation, curriculum establishment, calendar maintenance, record retention and general website maintenance. In-depth knowledge of program goals and objectives in order to effectively execute the sequence of key events and milestones. Work independently to provide senior level management with reports and other such data for review and decision making.