Contracts Specialist

Cherokee Federal; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Contracts Specialist to deliver full-spectrum contracting services, from pre-award through post-award, supporting DoD and USAF requirements at Langley AFB and related sites. The role emphasizes mentorship, compliance with FAR and related regulations, and proactive contract management.

Qualifications include eight years in contracting, a BA/BS or MA/MS degree, APDP/DAWIA certification, and strong communication skills. A government-cleared candidate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Minimum eight years of pre-award, award, and post-award contracting experience.
• DAWIA/APDP Contracting certification or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with procurement software including CON-IT, KTFS, IRAPT/PIEE, and internet resources.

Responsibilities

• Support F-22 FTU Beddown and Langley AFB/Fort Eustis projects as required leadership dictates.
• Provide Contract Management Support aligned with FAR and DoD/USA F/MS supplements.
• Mentorship & Training, Contract Review Committee involvement, and related duties.
• Post-award administration, contract files management, and performance monitoring.
• Prepare negotiations inputs, assist with award actions, and ensure regulatory clearances.

Skills

Contract management

Communication skills

FAR knowledge

Security clearance

Microsoft Office

Education

BA/BS or MA/MS degree

APDP/DAWIA Contracting Certification

Commercial contracting coursework

Tools

CON-IT

KTFS

IRAPT/PIEE

SAM

Job description

Contract Specialist

The Contracts Specialist will provide a full range of contracting services such as pre-award, cost and pricing, contract award, and post- award services. As well as assist contracting officers in the development of solutions, recommendations, processes, and specialized instruments such as grants, task orders, cooperative agreements, and other transactions.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Estimated Starting Salary Range for Contracts Specialist: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 per year.
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.
• Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Contracts Specialist Responsibilities Include:

• Provide support for both the F-22 FTU Beddown and all other 633d CONS requirements/projects as appropriate leadership and mission dictates/requires, to include Langley AFB and Fort Eustis projects.
• Provide Contract Management Support to satisfy the contracting objectives of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, by utilizing standard procurement methods as outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements for the Department of Defense (DOD), the United States Air Force (USAF) supplements, as well as local policy and guidance.
• Duties include but are not limited to the following responsibilities: Mentorship & Training, Contract Review Committee, Contract Management Support, and Miscellaneous Additional Duties.
  • MENTORSHIP & TRAINING: Communicate with civilian and military personnel in order to professionally provide business advice and guidance to others on contracting work and will prepare correspondence and training as required.
  • CONTRACT REVIEW COMMITTEE: Review solicitation, contract award or contract modification for contractual sufficiency to include all supporting documentation in accordance with the FAR and all its supplements, to include the Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC) Mandatory Procedures and 633 CONS policy.
  • CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT: Contract Management Support tasks include but are not limited to the following:
    • Pre-Award - Provide guidance and technical assistance to base personnel who are involved in planning and developing specifications, descriptions, and performance work statements. Functions may include acquisition planning, preparing synopsis, solicitation preparation, and market research/analysis, recommending contract type for solicitations, issues solicitations, conducts pre-solicitation conferences, conducts pre-award conferences, site visits, works with technical personnel and contracting officers to develop negotiation strategies, and prepares/ issues supporting documents, etc.
    • Award- Utilize the latest Standard Procurement System (SPS) and Acquisition Management Systems (AMS) such as Air Force Contracting Information Technology (CON-IT), KT FileShare (KTFS), and AMS, selects contract terms and conditions, preparing abstracts, verifies the System for Award Management (SAM), documenting reasons for decisions and justifications for basis for award, assist with negotiations, secures all regulatory clearances, etc.
    • Post-Award – Perform contract administration, maintains contract files/e-files, reviews invoices for accuracy, prepares contract modifications, monitors contract performance, conducts site visits and labor checks, prepares negotiation memoranda to explain rationale and methods, prepares expenditure logs, recommends issuing cure or show-cause notices when required, evaluates contractors past performance, documents award process, conducts contract closeout, briefs the Contracting Officer (CO) on potential issues arising on contracts, handles protests and other inquiries as required, etc.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Contracts Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Completed BA/BS or MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in pre-award, award, and post-award functions in contracting
• Level II Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)/ Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Contracting Certification or the commercial equivalent courses required
• Utilizing and applying computer software including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Utilizing and applying procurement software to include the Standard Procurement System (currently CON-IT and KTFS), Wide Area Work Flow (IRAPT/PIEE), and the internet
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of contract management practices is required.
• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles is required.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and other codes/guidelines is required.
• United States citizen with a clear background for government security investigation with the ability to obtain a Clearance or Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSP, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Keywords:

• Contracts
• level II Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA)
• FAR
• Management

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