Junior Contract Specialist 2541

About the role

The Junior Contract Specialist provides direct acquisition support to a federal procurement office, with primary responsibility for executing contract closeout actions and supporting pre and post-award contract administration. The position operates within established federal acquisition frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Performing end-to-end contract closeout activities in accordance with FAR 4.804, including verification of contract completion, reconciliation of contract files, and preparation for final closeout.
• Utilizing PRISM to review, update, and maintain contract files, ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with federal and agency-specific requirements.
• Conducting detailed contract file assessments to identify missing documentation, incomplete actions, or discrepancies that may delay closeout.
• Supporting de-obligation of excess funds, including identification of undelivered orders (UDOs) and coordination with financial management personnel.
• Preparing and processing administrative contract modifications related to closeout, funding adjustments, and other post-award actions within PRISM.
• Maintaining closeout tracking logs, dashboards, and status reports to provide visibility into contract closeout progress and workload.
• Coinciding with program offices, contracting staff, and finance teams to validate contract performance completion, deliverables, and final invoicing.
• Assisting Contracting Officers with post-award administration tasks, including file maintenance, documentation preparation, and compliance checks.
• Supporting the development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), checklists, and process improvements related to contract closeout.
• Conducting basic research and application of the FAR to support acquisition and closeout actions.
• Maintaining contract files in electronic systems (e.g., PRISM, SharePoint) to ensure audit readiness and proper records management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, acquisition, or a related field
• Minimum of 2-5 years of federal acquisition experience (1102 or equivalent support role)
• Demonstrated experience performing cradle-to-grave contracting activities in accordance with FAR 4.804, 8, 12, and 15.
• Hands-on experience using PRISM for contract writing, file management, and/or modifications (required)
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
• Experience supporting contract administration across common contract types (e.g., FFP, TandM)

Qualifications

• FAC-C Level I certification (Level II preferred)
• Experience supporting high-volume closeout environments
• Familiarity with de-obligation processes and financial reconciliation
• Experience with additional acquisition systems (e.g. SharePoint)
• Experience supporting audit readiness, FOIA requests, or data calls
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
• Ability to independently manage multiple contract closeout actions simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail in reviewing and maintaining contract documentation
• Proficiency in using PRISM and related systems to execute acquisition actions
• Ability to interpret and apply FAR requirements to real-world contract scenarios
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a high-volume workload environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills when coordinating with acquisition stakeholders

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting, PTO and 11 paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, accident and critical care insurance options, a bonus plan, a peer-to-peer recognition platform, professional development opportunities, and unique benefits such as a day off to celebrate your birthday, a day off on your company anniversary date, and a day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice.