Junior Contract Specialist

SCC

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Junior Level Contracts Support Specialist – Remote

VA CONTRACTS SUPPORT SERVICES

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position Title:

Junior Level Contracts Support Specialist – Remote

Classification:

Full-Time / Exempt

Customer:

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience, education, and certifications

Clearance Required:

Ability to obtain and maintain VA Security Clearance / CAC Card

Work Location:

Remote (U.S.-based with periodic local VA office visits for CAC/equipment pickup)

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Junior Contract Support Specialist will:

• Provide comprehensive contract support for the Veterans Administration.
• Perform federal routine contracting tasks.
• Perform federal acquisition planning, preparation of solicitations, proposal analysis, and post-award activities to support less complex government acquisitions.
• Assist with the close-out of existing contracts as needed.
• Prepare portions of less complex contractual documents, reading and interpreting basic procurement regulations, policies, and directives to make recommendations to the contracting officer.
• Complete administrative duties as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Various teams support these efforts, and most focus on contract closeouts.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The Junior Contract Support Specialist shall meet the following minimum academic and experience requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field. Coursework must have included at least (24) semester hours in any combination of the following fields: Accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
• Federal Contracting Experience: At least two (2) years of federal contracting experience, preferably with experience with the eCMS and VISTA applications.
• Technology Requirements: Proficiency in programming software such as Google Suite/Drive and familiarity with various video-conferencing platforms. Working knowledge of FAR and VAAR-based procurements.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
• Ability to understand technical content and communicate well with subject matter experts.
• Ability to project and manage efficiently and balance shifting priorities.
• Knowledge and ability to perform a range of standard and technical assignments to meet time-critical tasks and resolve recurring problems.
• Capacity to work independently or as a contributing team member in a results-oriented environment; flexible and detail-oriented.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.

PREFERENCES (PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED)

Desired Attributes: Flexible, technologically proficient, innovative, punctual, and goal-oriented with an honest work ethic and a discerning ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively.