Contract Specialist (1148842)

The Judge Group; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Contract Specialist to support a federal agency in Chamblee, GA. Responsibilities include researching acquisition options, preparing SOWs, and maintaining acquisition resources. Requires a Bachelor's degree with seven years of experience and on-call availability.

Candidates should be familiar with VA FSS and logistics contracts, and proficient in MS Office. Frequent coordination with Government staff is expected; the role involves documentation, analysis, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge and use of the VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) and logistics contracts.
• On-call 24/7 availability with rapid response requirements.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests under pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency in English and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Research acquisition alternatives and provide analyses and recommendations to program staff.
• Assist in preparing Statements of Work and related documents (IGCEs, LSJs, Acquisition Plans).
• Create and maintain acquisition resources, templates, and tools for Government use.
• Monitor developments in acquisitions and provide updates to staff.
• Provide advisory support on financial transactions and acquisition processes.
• Develop market research information and analysis for Government review.

Skills

VA FSS knowledge

Logistics contracts

On-call availability

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Chamblee, GA

Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $43.00 USD Hourly

Description: The Judge Group is currently seeking a Contract Specialist to support a federal agency in Chamblee, GA.

Medical, Dental , and Vision Insurance is offered to qualified candidates.

Primary Responsibilities

Bachelor's degree plus seven years of experience required.

• Research acquisition alternatives and provide written analyses and recommendations to program staff based on identified needs, including available mechanisms, methods, and approaches, for Government review and decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of Statements of Work and related acquisition documents, including IGCEs, LSJs, Acquisition Plans, and procurement correspondence. All determinations and approvals remain the responsibility of the Government.
• Create and maintain a library of acquisition resources, strategies, briefing materials, and tools for Government use.
• Monitor developments related to acquisitions that affect program efforts and provide informational updates to staff.
• Provide technical advisory support to SNS staff and associated program offices in matters related to acquisitions. All advice is advisory in nature, and Government personnel retain decision authority.
• Provide advisory support and recommendations related to financial transactions, including IAAs.
• Provide advisory support and draft materials in the development of acquisition-related processes, procedures, and dissemination of information. Final approval of processes and procedures remains with the Government.
• Assist with developing draft guides, templates, and acquisition-related documentation for Government review and approval. Maintain tracking records on current and previous acquisitions, as directed.
• Prepare draft reports on acquisition activities for Government review.
• Maintain status records on current and previous acquisitions, as directed.
• Coordinate and track acquisitions for status reporting purposes. The Government retains responsibility for acquisition decisions and approvals.
• Assemble and compile background and historical data to assist the Government in the development of budget justifications.
• Locate, compile, and index records for Government Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) officials or requests, no determinations or releasability, redactions, or official communications.
• Maintain acquisition-related documentation in accordance with Government direction to support accurate recordkeeping.
• Assisting and updating acquisition strategy documentation and materials for Government review and approval.
• Provide administrative formatting and compilation support for Government-developed performance-based payment documentation. The Contractor must not determine, recommend, negotiate, or influence performance-based payment arrangements.
• Assist in assessing and documenting technical requirements and issues and provide recommendations for Government consideration.
• Assist in developing market research information, data, and analysis.
• Collect and document market research information with analysis and recommendations for Government review.
• Identify potential organizational conflicts of interest (OCI) and provide non-binding assessments and recommended mitigation options for Government review. The Contractor must not make or influence official OCI determinations, approve mitigation plans, impose restrictions on future contracting, or seek/approve waivers. All OCI decisions (identification, evaluation, resolution/mitigation, and waivers) remain the responsibility of the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR Subpart 9.5.
• Develop market research tools (e.g., spreadsheets, databases, templates).
• Document requirements and needs analyses in support of Government acquisition planning,
• Provide technical input in support of acquisition documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of pre-proposal conferences, as directed.
• Provide administrative and formatting support to prepare draft amendment or cancellation documentation based solely on Government-provided content, for Government review and approval.

Basic Qualifications

• Knowledge and use of the VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) and logistics contracts
• Required to be on-call 24 hours/7 days a week. Must be able to respond to mission alerts within 15 minutes with a recall of 90 minutes to report to designated location. Must carry a cell phone at all times.
• Must have the ability to handle requests from multiple groups/organizations.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and scope with occasional periods of stress when dealing with critical situations.
• Possesses excellent English language skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Contact: [e-mail]