Senior Contract Specialist – Public Procurement

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Contract Specialist position at the Office of Contracting and Procurement in Washington, DC, offers an opportunity to procure materials and services for District agencies. You will lead bid solicitations, develop statements of work, and guide teams through complex procurements.

The role requires completing mandatory training for GS-12+, at least four years in contracting, and supporting education documentation.

Qualifications

• Completion of mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-12 or higher-level contracting positions.
• At least 4 years of experience in contracting or related positions, including specialized experience at or to the next lower level.
• Candidates must provide proof of education (degrees, transcripts) to advance through the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Develops the bid solicitation, directing working teams to establish the statement of work, terms and conditions, and other requirements for complex procurements.
• Conducts pre-proposal meetings with prospective contractors to ensure understanding of requirements.
• Develops pre-negotiation positions and determines contract types and negotiation authority; prepares necessary justification.

Skills

Contracting

Bid analysis

Negotiation

Team leadership

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Contract Specialist position at the Office of Contracting and Procurement in Washington, DC, offers an opportunity to procure materials and services for District agencies. You will lead bid solicitations, develop statements of work, and guide teams through complex procurements.

The role requires completing mandatory training for GS-12+, at least four years in contracting, and supporting education documentation.