Contracts Specialist - Secret Clearance, Federal Programs

Jst; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JST in Washington, D.C. is seeking an experienced Contracts Specialist to support the program with contractual and acquisition activities, including drafting and coordinating contract modifications.

The role requires active security clearance and experience with PMO processes and contract documentation. The successful candidate will work with Contracting Officers, CORs, and oversight personnel to prepare performance reviews, financial analyses, and budget-related guidance.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies or related field.
• DAWIA II, III, NCMA or equivalent.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and results oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support the entire Program with ongoing contractual/acquisition activities that include drafting and coordinating required contract modifications.
• Support the initial setup and establishment of the PMO project/program's common file structures, procedures, policies, and techniques.
• Support the Contracting Officers, CORs, and other State Oversight Personnel with the development of project documentation to include contractor performance reviews and making recommendations.
• Identifies and resolves a variety of financial and or budget-related policy issues, questions, and problems related to the Department's financial management program.
• Gathers, analyzes, and compiles financial data to provide financial advisory services and convey financial information in a variety of written forms such as cost and budget reports.
• Performs the full range of operational budget execution duties; performs studies and audits on control and use of funds throughout the year.
• Reviews progress of all obligations and maintains sufficient familiarity with operating and financial programs to make early recommendations for reprogramming actions.
• Ensures proper internal controls are in place and effective at all times; offers sound advice, recommendations, and alternatives to resolve problems.
• Developing and executing annual budgets and/or multi-year program estimates. Interpret legislative and regulatory policy guidance.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Legal Studies

Job description

JST in Washington, D.C. is seeking an experienced Contracts Specialist to support the program with contractual and acquisition activities, including drafting and coordinating contract modifications.

The role requires active security clearance and experience with PMO processes and contract documentation. The successful candidate will work with Contracting Officers, CORs, and oversight personnel to prepare performance reviews, financial analyses, and budget-related guidance.