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<p>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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<br>Subjects: Recruiting and enlistment.; Contract specialist; vacancy announcement; Army Contracting Command</div>
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Carrington, Vicki J.</div>
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