Analysis of Army Contracting Command contract specialist vacancy announcements
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Carrington, Vicki J.
Date
2010-09Advisor
Gibbons, Deborah
Nelson, Harold
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This thesis reviewed the current external Contract Specialist vacancy announcements of the Department of the Army - Army Contracting Command, and compared them to vacancy announcements from other government agencies and private industry. Content analysis was used to systematically identify requirements for knowledge, skills and abilities for the entry-, mid- and supervisory-level Contracting Specialist positions in Army Contracting Command. The following recommendations are made: 1) Specify exactly what minimum skills/abilities/experience are required for each positions; 2) Incorporate knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations as needed for mid- and supervisory levels; 3) Add professional certifications are desired; 4) Utilize the benefits package as a motivator to attract applicants; and 5) Recommend ACC revise and update the introductory statement on the announcements to include what and how it is exciting to be an Army Civilian. Army Contracting Command can ensure successful contracting outcomes to meet mission requirements by providing applicants with the right information and the right motivation.
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