APEX Accelerator Government Contracts Advisor

CHESS; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) in New Mexico invites applications for a Procurement Advisor to support the NM APEX Accelerator program. The role provides technical assistance, counseling and training to businesses pursuing government contracting opportunities, including registrations, pricing guidance and market research.

The position requires knowledge of FAR, SAM/FPDS, and government regulations, with frequent travel across New Mexico to assist clients and conduct workshops.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of government procurement and acquisition processes.
• Knowledge of SAM/FPDS databases and access methods.
• Knowledge of FAR, defense regulations, small business programs and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of APEX Accelerator program policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and marketing processes.
• Ability to work within university/community college/government policies.
• Decision making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Proficiency with MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to research government procurement databases.

Responsibilities

• Assists businesses with contracting processes, RFQs and solicitations.
• Advises on contract readiness, registrations and compliance.
• Collaborates with NM APEX ecosystem and training offerings.
• Conducts research on procurement laws and updates for clients.
• Develops and coordinates training workshops on government contracting topics.
• Builds relationships with economic development and business groups.
• Maintains client databases and analyzes procurement opportunities.
• Recruits new clients and represents NM APEX at events.
• Travel across New Mexico to serve clients and attend meetings.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

SAM/FPDS knowledge

FAR knowledge

APEX Accelerator policies

Strategic planning

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Critical thinking

MS Office

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Database usage

Job description

The Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) in New Mexico invites applications for a Procurement Advisor to support the NM APEX Accelerator program. The role provides technical assistance, counseling and training to businesses pursuing government contracting opportunities, including registrations, pricing guidance and market research.

The position requires knowledge of FAR, SAM/FPDS, and government regulations, with frequent travel across New Mexico to assist clients and conduct workshops.