Contract Specialist (0031)
Contract Specialist (0031)
OCT Consulting is an SBA-certified, 8(a) small business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.
Responsibilities and Duties
OCT currently has an opportunity for an Acquisition Professional with at least three (3) years of Contract Specialist (or) Contracting and Procurement (1102) experience to support a broad range of administrative contract closeout activities.Experience supporting a federal agency acquisition office as a federal government employee, a contractor, or a combination of both is highly preferred. Will need to be at the client site in Washington, D.C. one day a week.
Specific responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Performing closeout activities including auditing contract activity, obtaining concurrences, researching contract files, reconciling invoices, and reviewing technical documentation
- Preparing contract modifications for Administrative Contracting Officer approval, entering information into procurement systems, uploading supporting documents
- Collaborating with stakeholders and presenting complex information
Requirements
Qualifications- At least three (3) years of full-spectrum, “cradle-to-grave”, federal contract experience that includes:
- Pre-award experience preferred
- Post-award experience preferred
- Closeout experience required
- Bachelors Degree in Business or Finance
- FAC-C or DAWIA certification
- Proficiency in using software tools for document creation, collaboration, and formatting, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat
- Working knowledge of PRISM, FPDS-NG, and Contractor Performance Assessment Review System (CPARS)
- Experience with DOJ financial and procurement systems as well as acquisition documentation, policies, and standard operating procedures is highly preferred
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must be able to obtain and retain a Public Trust clearance; the security screening process may involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check.
Certifications
A FAC-C or DAWIA Contracting certification
Benefits
Benefits
The position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions.
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
- Training Benefits
Salary : $ 80,000 or commensurate with experience, education, etc.
About OCT
OCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority-owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional
services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.
At OCT, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all individuals, recognizing that merit and qualifications are the foundation of our hiring, promotion, and development practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements.Our practices ensure fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, abilities, or other personal characteristics. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized.