Contracts Specialist, Journeyman Level II with Security Clearance

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Job description

Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position. Position Title: Contracts Specialist, Journeyman Level II Clearance Level: Secret Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, or a related field preferred. Four (4) additional years of related experience will substitute for the bachelor's degree. Experience Requirement: A minimum of one (1) year of related experience in developing and supporting contract formation specialist functions, including procurement documentation. Relevant Experience: The experience must include the following, but is not limited to: Service Contract Act Requests Performance Work Statements (PWSs) Statements of Work (SOWs) Statements of Objectives (SOOs) Labor Category Descriptions Justification and Approval (J&A) Documents Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs) Acquisition Plans (APs) Acquisition Strategies (ASs) Special Requirement: Experience must be with a DoD Program Executive Office (PEO), Project Manager (O6 PM), or Product Manager (O5 PdM) to be considered applicable to this requirement. Job Description: The Contracts Specialist, Journeyman Level II, will be responsible for preparing acquisition documents reflecting technical and operational requirements for Government approval. Duties include: Drafting and reviewing Service Contract Act Requests, PWSs, SOWs, SOOs, labor category descriptions, J&A documents, IGCEs, QASPs, APs, and ASs. Assisting with limited competition memos, including the use of non-DoD contract vehicles, sole source justifications, and other related documentation. Providing input in the proposal evaluation process. Supporting Program Management (PM) by preparing monthly status updates and tracking funds expended-to-date and conducting variance analyses. Facilitating the processing of contract invoices through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Entering and reviewing data in portfolio management databases and generating accurate reports. Key Responsibilities: Support preparation of acquisition documentation in line with government standards. Assist in the post-award management of contracts by preparing updates and financial tracking. Process contract invoices through WAWF and ensure timely payments. Ensure data accuracy within portfolio management systems and validate reports. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Excellent organizational and communication skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Familiarity with DoD procurement processes and contract documentation requirements. Work Schedule: Full-time position with a standard 40-hour workweek. JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Alisha Pollard, Director of Human Resources at or calling . Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group. JANUS Research Group participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information. E-Verify JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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