Mid-Level Contract Specialist

Job Summary

Supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs, the full-time remote Mid-Level Contract Specialist will provide acquisition and contract administration assistance throughout the federal acquisition lifecycle, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and facilitating effective procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Contracting Officers and Contract Specialists in acquisition planning, solicitation development, and contract administration activities
• Review procurement requirements for accuracy and compliance with federal and VA regulations
• Conduct research and analysis to inform acquisition decisions and assist in developing Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant federal acquisition experience within the last five years
• Demonstrated experience in both pre-award and post-award federal acquisition activities
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR)
• Experience in developing procurement requirements and acquisition packages
• Bachelor's degree or at least 24 semester hours in relevant disciplines such as accounting, business, or finance