Contract Specialist - Pre/Post-Award Negotiations

US National Science Foundation; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. National Science Foundation in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Contract Specialist to support pre- and post-award contracting activities within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

The role involves cost/price analysis, negotiation, and administration of contracts at the GS-12/GS-13 level. Applicants must meet the GS-12/13 basic and specialized experience requirements, including education or coursework in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or related fields.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or 24 semester hours in the listed fields (A/B) to meet basic qualifications.
• Specialized experience includes pre- and post-award contracting, cost/price analysis, negotiation, and contract administration.
• GS-13 requires progression through mandatory contracting training and specialized experience at GS-12 level or higher.

Skills

Pre-award contracting

Post-award contracting

Cost/Price analysis

Negotiation

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree (any field)

24 semester hours in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, or related fields

Job description

The U.S. National Science Foundation in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Contract Specialist to support pre- and post-award contracting activities within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

The role involves cost/price analysis, negotiation, and administration of contracts at the GS-12/GS-13 level. Applicants must meet the GS-12/13 basic and specialized experience requirements, including education or coursework in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or related fields.