Job Description: Junior Contract Support Specialist

Location: Remote (CONUS/50 U.S.)

Reports to: Veterans Administration

Travel Required: Remote work from anywhere in 50/U.S. The candidate must visit the local VA office to be processed through the VA security process.

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.

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 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.

This is an internal and external posting.