Contract Specialist III

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. 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.

Overview

Come join a company that strives for Extraordinary People and Exceptional Performance! Chenega Government Mission Solutions LLC., a Chenega Professional Services’ company, is looking for a Contract Specialist III to support the FDA in Office of Acquisitions and Grants Services (OAGS).

We are looking for creative, collaborative, experienced, and driven individuals to join our team!

Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities. We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employee’s knowledge, critical thinking, and determination to innovate scalable solutions for our clients.

Location:10903 New Hampshire Ave Silver Spring, Maryland

This is a hybrid role that may require reporting onsite a few days per week at the clients discretion. 

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.

Teleworking Permitted?

Yes

Teleworking Details

Hybrid. This role may require reporting onsite a few days a week

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $100,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $106,000.00/Yr.