Contract Administrator

Kids for the Future; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DJS Financial Services in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Contract Administrator to provide acquisition and contract administration support across the full lifecycle, from planning through closeout. You will work with program and technical staff to ensure compliance with federal procurement requirements and efficient contract management.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree with five years of federal acquisition experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of FAR Part 7 and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with at least five years of relevant federal acquisition experience.
• Familiarity with FAR Part 7 and federal procurement processes.
• Experience with PRISM is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to collaborate with program staff and teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise program and technical staff on federal acquisition requirements.
• Support acquisition planning and documentation.
• Prepare procurement documents and contract modification packages.
• Assist with solicitation, evaluation, award, post‑award administration, and contract closeout activities.
• Maintain an Excel tracker showing the status of contract actions.

Skills

Acquisition knowledge

FAR Part 7

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Internet research

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

FAC-C Level II training

Tools

PRISM

Job description

• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

The Contract Administrator provides acquisition and contract administration support to a federal program team. This role works with program and technical staff throughout the acquisition lifecycle, from planning through contract closeout.

Requirements

• Advise program and technical staff on federal acquisition requirements for services and commercial purchases.
• Support acquisition planning in accordance with FAR Part 7.
• Prepare procurement documents and enter information into contracting systems. Experience with PRISM is preferred.
• Prepare purchase requests, contract modification packages, and other documents related to contract changes.
• Assist with solicitation, evaluation, award, post-award administration, and contract closeout activities.
• Maintain an Excel tracker showing the status of contract actions.
• Assess requirements, participate in team discussions, and provide practical recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher and at least five years of relevant experience.
• Federal acquisition knowledge and experience equivalent to FAC-C Level II training and experience.
• Familiarity with civil rights and equal opportunity programs, such as ADA, Title VI, DBE, and EEO, preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, Microsoft Office, and internet research skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with program staff and other team members.

Summary

DJS Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.