Senior Contract Specialist

U.S. Federal Solutions, Inc.; Mississippi; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Acquisition Professionals to support the U.S. Air Force. This role involves ensuring compliance with governance principles and managing acquisition contracts. The ideal candidate will have significant DOD contracting experience and a Bachelor's degree with business credits. Enjoy a flexible remote work schedule while contributing to vital federal operations. With a focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement, you will play a key role in improving processes and strategies. Join a team that values your expertise and offers comprehensive benefits, including employer-paid insurance and a 401K plan.

Benefits

Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employer-matched 401K plan

PTO and 11 Federal Holidays

Voluntary benefits including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in Federal Acquisition supporting the DOD.
• FAC-C or DAWIA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining management tools and templates.
• Support acquisition contracts management and compliance.

Skills

Federal Acquisition

DOD Contracting

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 24 Business Credits

Job description

US Federal Solutions (USFS) is an ISO 9001 management consulting firm headquartered in the National Capital Region, with offices in 12 US states. Founded in 2010, USFS provides services in financial management, acquisition management, program management, and data analytics to federal and state governments. We are seeking Acquisition Professionals to support the US Air Force.

Requirements:

1. 6 years of experience in Federal Acquisition supporting the DOD
2. Bachelor’s Degree with at least 24 Business Credits
3. Active DOD Secret Security Clearance
4. FAC-C or DAWIA Certification

Responsibilities:

1. Assist in developing and maintaining administrative management tools, templates, training, and program governance and reporting.
2. Ensure all administrative support efforts comply with governance principles, statutes, policies, and regulations.
3. Support AFAMS and AFDW/PK in managing acquisition contracts in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Provide administrative support during the Requirements Planning Phase, including documentation and stakeholder coordination.
5. Develop, review, and maintain documentation for acquisition projects.
6. Assist in providing feedback and staying informed on environmental and program changes.
7. Serve as an administrative advisor to management and personnel to improve processes and strategies.
8. Maintain relationships with stakeholders and participate in planning meetings.
9. Develop and manage requirement packages and related documentation.
10. Manage acquisition data and produce reports for analysis and decision-making.
11. Maintain and develop templates and business rules for acquisition processes.
12. Assist with administrative duties related to documentation, policy, and process improvements.
13. Support virtual meetings and update organizational SharePoint pages quarterly.

Work Schedule, Location, and Travel:

• Remote work with occasional access to a secure government facility.
• Standard hours are 08:00 to 17:00, Monday through Friday.

Security Clearance:

• US Citizenship
• Fully adjudicated DoD Secret clearance or higher

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree with 24 credits in Business from an accredited institution
2. At least six years of DOD contracting experience
3. FAC-C or DAWIA Level I certification, or equivalent (e.g., CFCM, APDP Level I)
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
5. Active Secret security clearance at hire and throughout the contract

Benefits:

• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer-matched 401K plan
• PTO and 11 Federal Holidays
• Voluntary benefits including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance