Contract Specialist Jr

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs acquisition office remotely and seeking a Jr Contract Specialist to provide acquisition support services. This entry-level position is ideal for professionals looking to build their federal contracting expertise while contributing to mission-critical procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support cradle-to-grave acquisition functions, including requirements gathering, solicitation preparation, evaluation support, award documentation, and contract closeout.

• Conduct market research and assist in developing acquisition strategies.

• Draft and maintain contract file documentation in accordance with FAR/VAAR requirements.

• Provide administrative and analytical support for price/cost analysis and Independent Government Estimates.

• Research and interpret acquisition policy, regulations, and directives.

• Communicate effectively with government staff, stakeholders, and contractors.

• Utilize federal acquisition systems such as eCMS, FPDS, SAM, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of acquisition support experience with a Federal agency. Experience must include working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and demonstrated ability to support acquisitions at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.

• Education: Minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the following fields: accounting, law, business, finance, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

  • OR a FAC-C Professional Certification OR DAWIA Level I in Contracting.

• Skills:

  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.

  • Strong research and analytical skills, including interpreting technical and cost data.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with VA-specific systems such as eCMS and GSA eBuy.

• Knowledge of VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR).

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Company Description

Providing quality government consulting in today's resource constrained environment, Metrics LLC balances proven best practices with innovative approaches. Our result: Highly effective outcomes and highly competitive solutions. For more information, go to