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Senior Contract Specialist

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 Acquisition Professionals with at least ten (10) years of Contract Specialist (or) Contracting and Procurement (1102) experience. We are looking for experts in procuring and managing government acquisitions across the spectrum of vehicle types that include but are not limited to fixed price, time and materials, cost/cost-plus, interagency agreements, IDIQ, and BPA. 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 commercial acquisition office or combination of both.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or related field. Master’s Degree highly desired
• A minimum of 10 years of work experience within the acquisition field (i.e., 1102 Contract Specialist)
• Acquisition certification is highly desired (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, NCMA certifications will also be considered).
• Must have an expert-level knowledge of contract support that includes:
• Market Research/Pre-Solicitation activities
• Solicitation Phase Activities
• Post Award Contract Administration Phase Activities
• Closeout Phase Activities

• Must be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust clearance. The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check
• Must be a US Citizen

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

About US

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $93,644.00 – $102,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you a United States Citizen?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• contract specialist: 8 years (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Confidential (Preferred)

Work Location: One location