Federal Contracts Specialist

This position requires an active Common Access Card (CAC) or the ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) to be considered. Estimated Starting Salary Range for Contracts Specialist - Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Responsibilities Provide support for both the F-22 FTU Beddown and all other 633d CONS requirements/projects as appropriate leadership and mission dictates/requires, to include Langley AFB and Fort Eustis projects. Provide Contract Management Support to satisfy the contracting objectives of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, by utilizing standard procurement methods as outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements for the Department of Defense (DOD), the United States Air Force (USAF) supplements, as well as local policy and guidance. Duties include but are not limited to the following responsibilities: Mentorship & Training, Contract Review Committee, Contract Management Support, and Miscellaneous Additional Duties. MENTORSHIP & TRAINING: Communicate with civilian and military personnel in order to professionally provide business advice and guidance to others on contracting work and will prepare correspondence and training as required. CONTRACT REVIEW COMMITTEE: Review solicitation, contract award or contract modification for contractual sufficiency to include all supporting documentation in accordance with the FAR and all its supplements, to include the Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC) Mandatory Procedures and 633 CONS policy.

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT:

Pre-Award – Provide guidance and technical assistance to base personnel who are involved in planning and developing specifications, descriptions, and performance work statements. Functions may include acquisition planning, preparing synopsis, solicitation preparation, and market research/analysis, recommending contract type for solicitations, issuing solicitations, conducting pre-solicitation conferences, conducting pre-award conferences, site visits, working with technical personnel and contracting officers to develop negotiation strategies, and preparing/issuing supporting documents, etc. Award – Utilize the latest Standard Procurement System (SPS) and Acquisition Management Systems (AMS) such as Air Force Contracting Information Technology (CON-IT), KT FileShare (KTFS), and AMS, selects contract terms and conditions, prepares abstracts, verifies the System for Award Management (SAM), documents reasons for decisions and justifications for basis for award, assists with negotiations, secures all regulatory clearances, etc. Post-Award – Perform contract administration, maintain contract files/e-files, review invoices for accuracy, prepare contract modifications, monitor contract performance, conduct site visits and labor checks, prepare negotiation memoranda to explain rationale and methods, prepare expenditure logs, recommend issuing cure or show-cause notices when required, evaluate contractors' past performance, document award process, conduct contract closeout, brief the Contracting Officer (CO) on potential issues arising on contracts, handle protests and other inquiries as required, etc. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Completed BA/BS or MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university. Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in pre-award, award, and post-award functions in contracting. Level II Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)/ Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Contracting Certification or the commercial equivalent courses required. Utilizing and applying computer software including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Utilizing and applying procurement software to include the Standard Procurement System (currently CON-IT and KTFS), Wide Area Work Flow (IRAPT/PIEE), and the internet. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of contract management practices is required. Working knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles is required. Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and other codes/guidelines is required. United States citizen with a clear background for government security investigation with the ability to obtain a Clearance or Common Access Card (CAC). Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our affirmative action and equal opportunity employer statement and accommodation request. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cherokee Federal