IT Contracts Attorney-Advisor (Contract)

Smithsonian; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement plan (403b)

Job summary

The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC seeks an Attorney-Advisor (Contract) to serve as a premier contracting and acquisition advisor for complex IT procurements. The role requires guiding contracts through planning, solicitation, negotiation, award and administration, ensuring policy compliance and best practices.

The position requires a J.D. and two years of relevant experience, with a term appointment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in relevant duties.
• Commitment to ethical standards and professional conduct.
• Annual financial disclosure requirements and ethics compliance are applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert acquisition and contracting advice on IT products, services and enterprise systems.
• Plan, solicit, negotiate, award, administer and close contracts across a range of technical services.
• Manage acquisitions supporting critical institutional operations and multi-year projects.
• Lead contract administration including solicitations, amendments, performance issues and terminations.
• Draft procurement strategies, documentation and specialized contract provisions to protect Smithsonian interests.

Skills

Acquisition strategy

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC seeks an Attorney-Advisor (Contract) to serve as a premier contracting and acquisition advisor for complex IT procurements. The role requires guiding contracts through planning, solicitation, negotiation, award and administration, ensuring policy compliance and best practices.

The position requires a J.D. and two years of relevant experience, with a term appointment.