Panum is seeking qualified candidates who are proficient in Federal contracting for an open Position as a Mid-Level Contract Specialist in Washington, DC. This position is for the US Coast Guard. Qualified applicants must have prior experience as a Contract Specialist at a Federal Agency. This position is for an awarded contract. The ideal candidate will be proficient in PRISM and have DAWIA or FAC-C level II Certification. See below for specific details.
- Providing analysis and documentation support for acquisition alternatives
- Assisting with preparation of FAR Part 6 Justification and Approvals, Determination and Findings, and waivers
- Assisting with FAR Part 10 market research, Requests for Information and sources sought
- Assisting with pre-solicitation documentation development and analysis
- Assisting with milestones/schedules and cost/price spreadsheets; and managing documentation configurations/versions during the Government review/vetting process.
The Contractor shall provide Post Award Contract Administration Phase support services to include;
- Providing protest support
- Assisting with preparation for post award conferences
- Providing contract administration support (e.g. payment of invoices; tracks and records receipt of deliverables; Engineering Change Orders; Small Business Contracting compliance; etc.)
- Providing cost/pricing or cost/benefit analysis support
- Providing support with reporting
- Providing record and file management support
- Providing contract invoice and payment reconciliations
- Assisting with claims and Requests for Equitable Adjustments
- Preparing routine contract modifications for execution by a Government Contracting Officer
Note: USCG Headquarters at St. Elizabeth, Washington DC – No parking – Must use L’Enfant Plaza or Suitland Metro Stations and take a bus to the USCG Campus. No Telework; only compressed work schedule w/one day off every two weeks.
Required Skills
- BS or BA in a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Federal Contract Specialist
- Broad knowledge of state of the art sourcing initiatives and programs
- Proficient with modern contract administration concepts
- Strong leadership presence and Service Excellence Acumen required
- Demonstrates superb communication skills, which includes interpersonal, written, oral and presentations skills
- Ability to multitask at a high level daily in a fast-paced environment
- Strong planning, time management, and organizational skills; creative problem solver and team player