Contract Administrator

About the program

Provide acquisition management support services for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cargo Systems Program Directorate (CSPD) to support cargo systems applications. Acquisition management support will provide services to CBP Contracting Officers (CO) and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) in the areas of Contract Management and Contract Administration Support. In addition, the Contractor shall assist the CO in the development of solutions and recommendations regarding contractual issues.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator in support of a federal government contracting business. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in government contracting processes with experience supporting the DHS.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receipt and distribution of proposals to Business Managers and sub-CORs
• Assist in the preparation of Solicitations, Task Orders (TOs), Delivery Orders (DOs), and/or Purchase Orders (POs)
• Assist in the preparation of modifications to TOs, DOs, and/or POs
• Review contractor notifications and requests for consent to subcontract
• Provide liaison with CBP business management personnel
• Assist in monitoring and tracking invoice payment schedules
• Process incoming invoices for review and approval while ensuring compliance with the Prompt Payment Act
• Support meetings with government personnel and contractors on invoicing issues and procedures
• Maintain TO/DO/PO databases for modifications and award fees
• Assist in receiving and forwarding deliverables to Configuration Management
• Assist in preparing Deliverable Response Letters
• Assist in preparing contract and task order closeout reports and supporting artifacts
• Monitor, track, and maintain contract files and correspondence

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 10 years of contracting experience within a Federal Government Agency
• Recent contracting experience within the DHS
• Knowledge of federal and agency acquisition laws, regulations, and procedures applicable to CBP contracts
• Experience with IDIQ, Cost-Type, T&M, and Fixed-Price contracts
• Experience supporting complex contract requirements and acquisition processes
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills

Desired Qualifications

• Recent contracting experience directly supporting the CBP
• DAWIA Contracting Professional or FAC-C Professional certification or equivalent

Clearance

• Active CBP Public Trust clearance preferred

Pay and Benefits

• Salary starting at $120000/year
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Health insurance coverage
• Career training
• Performance bonus programs
• 401K contribution and employer match
• 11 Federal Holidays

Additional Information

• Candidates must undergo a thorough pre-employment screening
• Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions