Contracts Support Specialist

Salary Range: $50k - $65k What does a typical day look like for the Contract Support Specialist? Perform acquisition planning, solicit, evaluate, negotiate, analyze, advise, and assist with contract awardsPerform post-award administration and terminations on contracts for the procurement of supplies and services (including complex contracts and high dollar acquisitions).Analyze and evaluate the certified cost and pricing data and other types of pricing information to determine price reasonableness, preparation of contract files, and electronic documentation. Prepare contracting recommendations for the Government Contracting Officer that require research and interpretation of evolving government regulations, policies, guidance, and laws. What qualifications do you look for? A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.Coursework must have included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.Previous experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.4+ years of experience in administrating Federal Contracts.Familiar with FAR.
Excellent writing skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing. We're extra impressed by: Documented experience in and working knowledge of VA programs is preferred. Familiar with Veteran Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) based procurements.