Procurement Compliance Specialist

Application Deadline: 8/9/2026

About the role

JGMS is seeking a Procurement Compliance Specialist to provide support to our client. This position is responsible for reviewing procurement and subcontract files to ensure compliance with applicable prime-contract requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR), and internal procurement policies and procedures. The specialist will independently plan, organize, and perform procurement compliance activities, working closely with procurement personnel, management, legal counsel, labor relations, internal audit, subcontractors, suppliers, and DOE/NNSA representatives.

Responsibilities

• Review procurement requisitions, solicitations, and supporting documentation.
• Verify compliance with prime contract requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and NNSS internal policies.
• Assess the completeness and accuracy of procurement packages prior to award.
• Identify potential risks, deficiencies, or non-compliance issues and provide recommendations for remediation.
• Conduct compliance review of major subcontracts and all procurement activities that require the Legal Counsel and Contracting Officer reviews; provide recommendations for improvement or corrections needed.
• Conduct thorough reviews of awarded subcontracts, modifications, and associated documentation.
• Evaluate subcontract administration activities for compliance with terms and conditions, and regulatory requirements.
• Document findings, including strengths and areas for improvement.
• Assist with the coordination of legal matters involving procurement policies, claims, protests, disputes, labor, and terms and conditions with the Legal Counsel and Labor Relations.
• Perform periodic assessments of the NNSS procurement processes and procedures.
• Assist with periodic management assessments and identify compliance issues, concerns, and deficiencies with recommended corrective actions and plans.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls related to procurement compliance.
• Provide an independent evaluation of the overall health of the procurement system.
• Develop and maintain a system for tracking findings and recommendations from file reviews and assessments.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions taken by the NNSS procurement organization.
• Report on the status of corrective actions and highlight any outstanding issues.
• Provide support in developing and refining corrective action plans.
• Periodically review and revise policies and procedures considering the organization, the FAR, and modifications to the prime contract.
• Review all procurement-related documents and other information relevant to procurement compliance activities.
• Work closely with key managers to identify risks and trends to ascertain patterns that may require a change in policies and procedures within the Procurement Organization.
• Assist with development and implementation of pre/post-award functions, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Assist with the development and implementation of cost and pricing processes and tools.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and enforcement of policies, procedures, and objectives for the efficient operation of a compliant procurement organization system and activities.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of the current clause matrix for the various contract types utilized within the Procurement Organization.
• Provide technical guidance on preparation, solicitation, negotiation, award, and administration of procurement documents and coordinate procurement activities.
• Report on methods to improve efficiency and quality of services, and to reduce the vulnerability to fraud, abuse, and waste within the Procurement Organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent training and experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience.
• Government procurement and subcontracting experience required; Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) experience required.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in computerized procurement systems, including proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, lead, and monitor a wide variety of team efforts to successful completion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interface both internally and externally at all levels of staff and management, including DOE/NNSA customers.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong, effective customer relationships, anticipate change, and adjust promptly and effectively.
• Ability to attend training facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada and complete work remotely.

A pre-employment drug screening and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verification is required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance – 100% company-paid premiums for employees
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• 24 hours of paid community service a year
• Up to 4 weeks of paid time off a year
• 10 paid floating holidays
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities