Government Contract Specialist

EquipmentShare; Columbia Township (MO); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the rental equipment industry is seeking a Government Contract Specialist. This remote position involves managing government purchase agreements, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and fostering internal and external negotiations. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in government contracts and possess strong communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) and company match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Onsite gym with instructor-led courses

Opportunities for career and professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing government purchase agreements lifecycle, including GSA compliance.
• Prior experience in statewide acquisition contracts preferred.
• Knowledge of DFARS and FAR required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain government purchasing agreement lifecycle.
• Work with Legal Department for contract interpretations and compliance.
• Advise on terms regarding state and local regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Research

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

CPCM, CFCM, CCCM credentials

Job description

EquipmentShare is Hiring a Government Contract Specialist

EquipmentShare is searching for a Government Contract Specialist for our corporate office in Columbia, MO, to support our team as the department continues to grow. This is a remote opportunity.

Salary range: $65k-$90k. Factors including past experience and location may affect final compensation rate.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain government purchasing agreement lifecycle (from sourcing to development, implementation, and administration of purchasing agreement)
• Work with the Legal Department to provide guidance on contract interpretation and support legal and compliance for U.S. government (federal, state, and local) contracts
• Advise management and business segments concerning terms and conditions, including applicability of and compliance with state and local statutes, regulations, and other policies and related requirements of state and local contracting entities
• Research and initiate government contracting accounts at the federal, state and local level
• Advise management and business segments concerning terms and conditions, including applicability of and compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other policies and related requirements of U.S. Government agencies such as the Department of Defense, GSA, and Department of Energy
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures applicable to contracting and contract management
• Draft, negotiate, and redline teaming agreements, sales and purchase orders/contracts, prime contract and subcontract terms, amendments, small and individual subcontracting plans, and other related commercial and government contract documents
• Primary point of contact for prime contract and project personnel and responsibility for all contract incoming and outgoing correspondence

Why We’re a Better Place to Work:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for full-time employees
• 401(k) and company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plus company paid holidays
• Stocked break-room and full kitchen, chef prepared meals daily at Corporate HQ (breakfast and lunch).
• State of the art onsite gym (Corporate HQ) with instructor led-courses/Gym stipend for remote employees
• Seasonal and year round wellness challenges
• Company sponsored events (annual family gatherings, happy hours and more)
• Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home. Employees receive 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year
• Opportunities for career and professional development with conferences, events, seminars and continued education

About You
Our mission to change an entire industry is not easily achieved, so we only hire people who are inspired by the goal and up for the challenge. In turn, our employees have every opportunity to grow with us, achieve personal and professional success and enjoy making a tangible difference in an industry that’s long been resistant to change.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years managing government purchase agreements lifecycle, including GSA compliance
• Familiarity with commercial item/service contracts, federal supply schedules, multiple award schedules, firm fixed price contracts, IDIQ contracts, and common issues that may arise with these contract vehicles
• Excellent internal and external negotiation skills. Must interface effectively with internal management and external customer representatives, including contracting officers and specialists
• Possess strong research skills and the ability to apply critical thinking in your daily work
• Be proactive in all aspects of your employment (e.g., learning company policies, seeking out information and POCs)
• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially for business correspondence and proposals
• Maintain privileged and confidential information with utmost integrity
• CPCM, CFCM, CCCM credentials preferred
• DFARS and/or FAR knowledge and compliance experience highly preferred
• Prior experience in statewide acquisition contracts preferred
• Prior experience in the rental equipment industry preferred

EquipmentShare is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. EquipmentShare is an equal opportunity
employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,
protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.