Contract Specialist (Entry Level)

About the role

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with technical experts and other USCG contracting personnel to assist with processing procurement packages for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
• Identify and utilize most appropriate method for simplified acquisitions that are compliant with all Federal, DHS, and Coast Guard acquisition regulations and policies.
• Draft solicitations and synopses for response for both commercial and non-commercial supplies and services below the SAT.
• Perform post-award acquisition duties, to include managing performance, paying invoices and closing out purchase and task orders.
• Communicate with USCG Program Management personnel about the details of technical requirements acquisitions and provide advice, guidance and counsel on how to handle complex acquisition contracts, modifications and processes.
• Interpret and implement the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable agency directives.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year experience working with Federal, other Government (State or Local), or Commercial Acquisition preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education allowed.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the FAR preferred or ability to be trained.
• Experience working with Federal Government Acquisition systems as well as the Federal Procurement Data System – Next Generation (FPDS-NG) preferred or ability to be trained.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements

• Valid state driver license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance carrier.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays
• Accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Pay

$75,000-$83,000/yr. (Competitive wages dependent upon experience)

Schedule

Full-time, Day Shift