Contract Specialist II (Part-Time)

Chenega MIOS SBU; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Contract Specialist II, where you'll support critical acquisition activities for national security. This role involves comprehensive contract administration, from planning and managing acquisitions to mentoring junior staff. You'll work closely with the Contracting Officer to ensure effective contract performance and compliance with federal regulations. With a focus on professional development, this position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career in government contracting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of government contracting experience required.
• Expertise in managing contract actions from conception to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave contract support for various products and services.
• Assist in developing acquisition strategies and contract administration.
• Mentor junior staff and review work products.

Skills

Government Contracting

Contract Administration

Cost/Price Analysis

Negotiation Skills

Source Selection

Ability to complete CI Polygraph

Knowledge of FAR

Education

5+ years of government contracting experience

Experience as GS1102-13 Contract Specialist

Job description

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!

The Contract Specialist II will support acquisition activities for Air Force Special Access Programs. Following applicable Federal, Department of Defense, and Air Force acquisition policy, law, regulation, and guidance, the Contract Specialist II assists the Contracting Officer in the acquisition of critically needed national security capabilities by performing contract administration from the description of the requirements to contract delivery and participating in oversight of contract performance. The Contract Specialist II will also be responsible for mentoring and providing a quality review of work products and deliverables of more junior staff.

Responsibilities

1. Work with the Contracting Officer in planning and managing acquisitions for a variety of products and services for the contracts division.
2. Provide cradle-to-grave contract support, such as conducting market research, preparing solicitation documentation (pre and post-award), reviewing proposals for compliance, performing cost/price evaluations, assisting with negotiating positions, reviewing and processing invoices.
3. Support the integration of acquisition planning, requirements development, and resourcing into executable project plans synchronized with program objectives and strategic vision.
4. Facilitate program execution and decision-making.
5. Work with the Contracting Officer in developing acquisition strategies, including determination of contract method/type; performing contract administration, including but not limited to maintaining contract file folders and preparing contract modifications.
6. Work with the Contracting Officer in the oversight of contract performance.
7. Assist in communicating project status and issues and developing acquisition and policy recommendations.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. 5+ years of government contracting experience in the private sector or 5+ years as a GS1102-13 Contract Specialist or higher grade to include:
2. Expertise in managing contract actions from conception to implementation.
3. Extensive experience in performing source selections, cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation by directives and policies.
4. Experience holding a warrant.
5. Experience with Source Selection.
6. Experience with large purchases.
7. Active TS/SCI security clearance required, with the ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly).
2. Knowledge of contracting for a variety of products and services for major systems, research, and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contracting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other applicable supplements.
3. Ability to work under aggressive schedules with demanding performance requirements.
4. Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS.

How you’ll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world.

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform.

Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.