Contracts Specialist

Contracts Specialist, Mid

Key Role: 

Provide critical support by leveraging available resources to independently review, draft, and revise contracting and acquisition documentation as well as provide analytical support in researching Federal, DoD, and Navy pre-award and post-award contracting procedures and policies. Use interpersonal skills to make sound business judgments to handle multiple activities with a short turnaround time in a dynamic environment. Assist a government client with all aspects of the federal government contracting life cycle, including pre-award acquisition planning, source selection support, and post-award contract administration. Provide advice and guidance on all matters of Federal, DoD, and Navy pre- and post-award contracting procedures. Leverage expertise in the development of procurement request (PR) packages, including Acquisition Plans (APs), Acquisition Strategies (AS), Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Justification and Approvals (J&As), Determination and Finding (D&F), and the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), ensuring adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements.

Basic Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience with cradle-to-grave contract management in a government or government support role, including procurement planning, pre-award, price and cost analyses, post-award, and closeout
• Experience providing contractual advice and actionable recommendations to a government client, including researching, analyzing, and interpreting complex acquisition rules and regulations
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD 5000 series regulations and laws, executive orders, statutes, policies, principles of acquisition planning, and requirements necessary to accomplish assigned duties
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree 

Additional Qualifications: 

• Experience with the DoD and Navy
• Experience with Navy contracting procedures and regulations
• Experience preparing briefings and reports appropriate for senior government executives
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, to effectively communicate complex procurement regulations, processes, and procedures
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Contracts or Program Management, Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $53,000.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.