Government Property Manager

Actalent; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Norfolk, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Government Property Manager to oversee and manage government property in compliance with FAR. The role requires ensuring obligations, maintaining compliance, and representing the company to government agencies during audits.

The position is onsite in Norfolk, VA with a team of 3–4. Qualifications include 15+ years in government property administration, FAR/DFARS knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, logistics, or related field.
• 15+ years of government property administration experience in warehousing or government setting.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and applicable property regulations.
• Proficiency with federal databases, DRMO/Plant Clearance processes, and related forms.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, and inventory tracking databases.

Responsibilities

• Verify contract provisions related to government property obligations (acquire, control, use, inventory, care, report, disposition).
• Ensure FAR/DFARS compliance and monitor subcontractor government property per flow-down clauses.
• Communicate professionally with customers, Contracting Officers, and internal managers.
• Represent the organization to government agencies during audits and property analysis.
• Track movement and safeguard all government property across facilities; report losses.
• Mentor property custodians on proper government property procedures and trainings.
• Oversee physical inventories and reporting per FAR/DFARS/Contracts; record property loss.
• Maintain logs for lost, damaged, or destroyed items and verify disposition at contract end.
• Investigate and recommend corrective actions to reduce liability for property loss or damage.
• Utilize databases to ensure data integrity and alignment with compliance standards.
• Develop policies and tools to ensure government property compliance.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Govt property management

MS Office & Excel

Inventory tracking

Strong communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Federal Databases

DRMO/Plant Clearance

Property databases

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Government Property Manager to oversee and manage government property in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This role involves ensuring the company's obligations regarding government property are met, maintaining compliance, and acting as the representative to government agencies during audits and property analysis.

Responsibilities

• Verify the terms of contract provisions that specify the companys obligations to acquire, control, use, inventory, care for, report, and disposition of government property.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and maintain adequate surveillance of subcontractor government property as per contract flow-down clauses.
• Provide professional written or verbal communication with customers, Contracting Officers, internal managers, and representatives.
• Act as the organizational representative to government agencies during annual property analysis and audits.
• Verify the proper tracking and recording of movement of all types of Government property within the facility, between facilities, and ensuring protection during movement.
• Work closely with Property Custodians to ensure overall accountability of assets.
• Mentor property custodians in proper processes and procedures relating to Government Property, including providing training/presentations on government requirements.
• Provide oversight to verify that physical inventories are completed and properly reported within the standards set by the FAR/DFARS/Contracts, and report any property loss.
• Maintain and verify the maintenance of logs and status records for lost, damaged, or destroyed items.
• Investigate, report, and recommend preventive/corrective measures for lost or damaged property to reduce liability.
• Use applicable databases to monitor and verify the integrity and accuracy of database records and ensure alignment with compliance standards.
• Develop and review organizational government property policies, processes, procedures, and tools to ensure compliance with government and contractual requirements.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct assessments, audits, and spot checks to ensure the tracking of property movement and completeness of documentation packages.
• Verify the completion of all required property-related activities at the completion or termination of contracts, including disposition of property.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Fifteen (15)+ years of government property administration experience in warehousing and material flow within or between departments and government agencies.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARs and applicable property regulations.
• Proficiency in Federal Databases, DRMO/Plant Clearance processes, and relevant forms.
• Proficient in MS Office, Excel, and inventory tracking databases.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, record-keeping skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Membership in National Property Management Association (NPMA).
• Certified Professional Property Manager certification is preferred.
• Experience participating in government property audits within a company or as a consultant.
• Characteristics of being flexible, proactive, and responsive.
• Clearance is preferred, but the ability to obtain one is acceptable.

Work Environment

• The position is fully onsite in Norfolk, VA, with working hours from 8 am to 5 pm. The team consists of 3 to 4 other members, and the role involves collaboration with other employees handling government property.
• The company fosters a great culture with a family feel, where everyone rolls up their sleeves to help each other.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Norfolk, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $140000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.