Contract Specialist (With Policy Experience) (0020)

0020-Contract Specialist (Policy)

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

We currently have an opening for an Acquisition Professional with at least six (6) years of Contract Specialist (or) Contracting and Procurement (1102) experience with an emphasis in the review and development of acquisition policy strategy. A demonstrated background in the development of acquisition policy for a federal agency is a must. We are looking for experts with experience supporting an acquisition office in the Contract and Procurement Series, 1102 is preferred. The experience can be either as a federal government employee or as a contractor supporting a Federal or combination of both. Specific responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Balance highly-complex, highly-visible Program demands that sometimes have conflicting priorities within the Program Office(s) or between the Program Office(s) and the Acquisitions Branch or Acquisitions Policy & Compliance Branch.
• Review Acquisition policies and procedures to ensure the Client’s acquisition program complies with current regulatory requirements
• Operate under general-administrative supervision with the expectation of working independently on certain actions and presenting findings in a logical manner to ATF personnel
• Serve as an expert and technical source for interpreting acquisition policies and procedures and offer sound, researched advice to mediate or address current issues within the acquisition realm.
• Possess well-developed skills in public speaking, instructional-training sessions and writing techniques.
• Generate additional reports from other government-wide databases such as the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), FPDS-NG, SAM, and other available systems upon request
• Assist in the research, development and upkeep of local Client regulations, provisions and clauses, Acquisitions Manual, Client Procurement Guidance Documents, and other Federal regulatory guidance.
• Assist in the development of and participate in training Acquisitions Staff and/or other stakeholders to enhance their understanding of acquisition regulations, processes and/or procedures.
• Serve as a POC for the Acquisitions and Policy staff to assist in responding to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit Findings, Government Accountability Office (GAO) protests and audits, agency protests, and other entities’ queries.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using software tools for document creation, collaboration, and formatting, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint.
• Solicitation Phase activities
• Post Award Contract Administration Phase activities
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have knowledge of contract support that includes:
• Closeout Phase activities
• Demonstrated experience with acquisition policy review and development
• Market Research/Pre-solicitation activities
• The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check
• At least six (6) years of full-spectrum federal contract experience
• Bachelor's Degree minimum, Masters is preferred
• Acquisition certification is highly preferred (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, Industry Certification, NCMA certifications will also be considered)
• Must be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust clearance
• Familiarity with the FAR, contracting procedures, and procurement processes

Benefits

Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000

Benefits

The position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:

• Training Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits

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.

OCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. OCT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.