Contract Specialist

Job description

Contract Specialist Job Location: Remote 100% Job Type: Full-Time Clearance: Eligible for Public Trust SUMMARY: This position will support the Department of Veterans Affairs in providing full lifecycle federal acquisition support and business aid services, in all aspects of pre-award and post-award functions (excluding negotiation), using a wide range of contracting methods and types. General IT systems utilized for this job are EIS (Enterprise Information System), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Acrobat, Internet Explorer, eCMS, Contract Opportunities, CPARS/PPIRS, SAM, GSA eBuy. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform all acquisitions functions in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR), and all other applicable regulations and policies. Perform all pre-award procurement functions including, but not necessarily limited to, market research/analysis to determine availability of the requirement. Prepare contractual documents such as solicitations, awards, and related documentation using the Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS) Coordinate with requiring activities, industry, and other stakeholders; and complete contractual files. Perform all post-award procurement functions including, but not necessarily limited to, preparing modifications, tracking contractor performance for compliance with terms and conditions of contracts. Prepare letters, memoranda documents, or reports that support contractual actions or recommendations for contracting officer approval and signature and contract close-outs. Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of technical and cost contracts. Read and interpret acquisition policy, and regulations. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 2 -6 + years of experience in conducting comprehensive federal full life-cycle acquisition support activities with a working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Bachelor's degree or a certificate in FAC-C or DAWIA Level I-III in Contracting. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. DESIRED SKILLS: Contracting experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Pathfinder Consultants obtained its certification as an SDVOSB in 2010 and is led by George Hidy, a service-disabled veteran. Pathfinder brought over five decades of experience working with government organizations. This has made Pathfinder financially solvent, fast growing and a very cost-effective professional services company. It has also led to success as a prime contractor and an IDIQ holder, and as a valued Team Member.