Contract Specialist

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Portland, OR seeks a Commander's Deputy for Small Business to serve as the principal expert on socioeconomic contracting programs, developing policy, advising senior leadership, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) for a multi-million dollar program.

You will act as the primary liaison to the SBA and the business community, driving strategic changes to increase small business participation and meet program goals.

Qualifications

• Experience applying FAR and socioeconomic contracting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop policy and ensure FAR compliance for large acquisitions.
• Serve as liaison to the SBA and business community, driving strategic changes to increase small business participation and achieve program goals.

Skills

Federal contracting policies

Small business program expertise

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About the Position:

As the Commander's Deputy for Small Business, you will serve as the principal expert on all socioeconomic contracting programs. This role develops policy, advises leadership, and ensures compliance with federal regulations (FAR) for a multi-million dollar acquisition program. You will act as the primary liaison to the SBA and business community, driving strategic change to increase small business participation and achieve program goals.