Contract Specialist III

Chenega MIOS • $85K — $100K *
Silver Spring, MD 20906In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree with 24 semester hours in business-related courses required.
  • 2 years of Federal Government contract work experience necessary.
  • Familiarity with automated systems, including Microsoft Office Suite and teleconferencing tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential for collaboration with various groups.
  • Attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support for Federal procurement processes, involving cradle to grave acquisition knowledge.
  • Prepare and review pre-procurement packages for contract solicitation.
  • Collaborate in developing and managing acquisition strategies.
  • Research and prepare supporting documentation for contracts.
  • Provide recommendations to Contracting Officers based on analysis.
  • Assist with resolving procurement issues and ensuring compliance during contract lifecycle.
  • Monitor and facilitate the de-obligation of undelivered orders.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Potential for involvement in government contract management.
  • Engagement with diverse educational, advocacy, and program coordination groups.
Full Job Description
Overview

Contract Specialist III to support the FDA in Office of Acquisitions and Grants Services (OAGS).

 

Responsibilities
  • Provide intermediate support and assistance in all areas of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) based Federal procurement in which Cradle to Grave acquisition expertise is required such as:
  • Preparing or reviewing pre-procurement packages.
  • Actively participating in developing and managing acquisition plans.
  • Preparing/researching support documentation.
  • Making quality recommendations to the Contracting officer.
  • Handling and resolving problems, validating data, and otherwise completing actions needed to successfully advertise, solicit, construct, award, administer and or/or closeout Government contracts or task/delivery orders.
  • Monitor status of and support de-obligating undelivered orders (UDOs).
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and 24 semester hours of business-related college courses.
  • Two (2) years of contract work experience based on the Federal Government acquisition work experience based on the Contract Specialist (GS-1102) Qualification Standard.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience in automated systems and software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and teleconference applications.
  • Professional and interpersonal skills are important as this position will interact with public education, program coordination, and advocacy groups.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Knowledge of and experience working in Federal Acquisition.
  • Self-starter, multi-tasking skills and pays attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well independently and as a team member.
Estimated Salary/WageUSD $85,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $100,000.00/Yr.

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