Federal Acquisition And Contract Specialist

Federal Acquisition and Contract Specialist The Company: CenseoConsulting Group is atop Washington D.C. basedmanagement consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients' most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations,allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions.
AtCenseo, our award-winning culture means you'll join a tight-knit community of 75 brilliant and passionate colleagues. We are advocates for a better functioning public sector,and we're also good friends who know the names of each other's dogs.Our philosophyis horizontal, not hierarchical, andour open-door policy encourages a culture of entrepreneurship at all levels.We share successes, make decisions together,andfoster an environmentfor those with initiativeto lead.Our colleagues bring their own unique personalities to work every day and use them to help shape our growing firmin ways that reach far beyond client projects.
The Position: We are looking forpassionate, driven candidates to helpsolve our client'scomplexproblems andguidethemtowards operational success. As a ContractSpecialist, you willwork closely with our federal client toprovide innovative business strategies, agile procurement solutions, and work with the team to developand implementthe agency procurement policy/processes and provideconsulting support to the acquisition team.
Provides acquisition lifecycle planning and execution support Demonstrates knowledge of major acquisition lifecycle environments for strategy development and associated best practices Applies knowledge of federal procurement principles, policies, procedures, and standards to implement programmatic requirements Applies knowledge of Performance-Based Services Acquisition (PBSA) Ensures on-time completion of task deliverables and activities such as developing SOWs/PWSs, IGCEs, market research, QASPs, RFPs, project and operational plans, and process improvements Delivers expert advisory support to government senior executives, program managers, CORs, and division managers regarding the acquisition lifecycle Serves as a liaison between the program and acquisition offices on all matters of complex, high-dollar procurements Developing new or updating existing "self-help" guidance documents and templates for EPA employees use to increase independent work when drafting contract package documents. Performs on a team as an individual contributor with a proactive approach to project management The Ideal Candidate: AtCenseo, we arelooking for unique candidates whose passion and enthusiasm willhelp shapeCenseo'sclient insights and workplace culture.Our staff have a wide range of backgrounds, areas of expertise,personality types,andfavorite breakfast foods.Our clientand culturalsuccessesarerooted inour team'sinnovation,creative problem solving, andcollaboration. The unique perspective that you bring and the way you tackle problemsaremuch more important to us than what's printed on your diploma.Webelieve a successful Contract Specialistwillhave:
BA /BS from an accredited university 5+ years of federal government acquisition management activities (Strongly preferred) Professional certification (CPCM, CFCM, and/or DAWIA/FAC-C III) (Preferred) Background as a COR and/or Contract Specialist Direct experience with federal acquisition processes and activities including development of acquisition documents such as statements of work, market research, and acquisition plans Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency-specific regulations, and acquisition streamlining initiatives and reforms Excellent customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong analytic skills Strong understanding of various acquisition approaches and ability to formulate analyses and create comprehensive documentation Strong organization skills and attention to detail Excellent verbal communication and writing skills Ability to add value in semi-unstructured roles, working with diverse groups of stakeholders Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of tools, to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint The Location : Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C., a fantastic city for working professionals. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and work in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House. And with many of our clients also based in D.C., we have the luxury of leaving for a meeting and being back in the office in time for post-work happy hours, team dinners, and game nights.
The Fine Print : Expected travel 0-10%; mayincrease based on business needs This is an exempt, full-time position Essential Physical Functions Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another Censeooffers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at: https://www.censeoconsulting.com/about/join-us/ .
Censeois an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
Join Our Award-Winning Culture! Our passion wins awards. But don'tjusttake it from us…
2023Vault #9Best Consulting Firm for Work/Life Balance 2023Vault #23Best Consulting Firm for Overall Diversity 2022 Vault #41 Best Overall Consulting Firm to Work For 2018 Consulting Magazine Best Small Firms to Work For 2015 Washington Business Journal's Philanthropy What's your citizenship / employment eligibility?* What's your highest level of education completed?*
College or University*
GPA*
profile URL: Desired salary*
How many years of experience do you have providing strategic source and procurement consulting support?*
Please note any relevant certifications that you have related to the role (DAWIA, FAC-C, ICCM, etc.)*
How many years of experience do you have in providing expertise of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for contract administration?*
Do you currently have any active security clearances? Please explain.*
Gender pronouns:
The following questions are entirely optional.
To comply with government Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action reporting regulations, we are requesting (but NOT requiring) that you enter this personal data. This information will not be used in connection with any employment decisions, and will be used solely as permitted by state and federal law. Your voluntary cooperation would be appreciated. Learn more .
Invitation for Job Applicants to Self-Identify as a U.S. Veteran
A "disabled veteran" is one of the following:a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; ora person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. I IDENTIFY AS ONE OR MORE OF THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF PROTECTED VETERAN LISTED ABOVE
I AM NOT A PROTECTED VETERAN
I DON'T WISH TO ANSWER Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026
Why are you being asked to complete this form?
We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualifiedpeople with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says wemust measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disabilityor have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.
Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one whomakes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If youwant to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract CompliancePrograms (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp .
How do you know if you have a disability?
A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your "major life activities." If you have or have ever hadsuch a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance usedisorder (not currently usingdrugs illegally)Blind or low visionCancer (past or present)Cardiovascular or heartdiseaseCeliac diseaseCerebral palsyDeaf or serious difficultyhearingDiabetesDisfigurement, for example,disfigurement caused by burns,wounds, accidents, or congenitaldisordersEpilepsy or other seizure disorderGastrointestinal disorders, for example,Crohn's Disease, irritable bowelsyndromeMental health conditions, for example,depression, bipolar disorder, anxietydisorder, schizophrenia, PTSDMissing limbs or partially missing limbsMobility impairment, benefiting from theuse of a wheelchair, scooter, walker,leg brace(s) and/or other supportsNervous system condition, for example,migraine headaches, Parkinson'sdisease, multiple sclerosis (MS)Neurodivergence, for example,attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder(ADHD), autism spectrum disorder,dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learningdisabilitiesPartial or complete paralysis (anycause)Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, forexample, tuberculosis, asthma,emphysema Please check one of the boxes below: YES, I HAVE A DISABILITY, OR HAVE HAD ONE IN THE PAST
NO, I DO NOT HAVE A DISABILITY AND HAVE NOT HAD ONE IN THE PAST
I DO NOT WANT TO ANSWER

PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respondto a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5minutes to complete.
Name Date
#J-18808-Ljbffr