Junior Procurement Specialist

Jefferson Solutions Group is seeking a Junior Procurement Specialist to provide acquisition support to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

This role will be remote.

The annual salary range is negotiable. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

At Jefferson, we are not just building a team; we are cultivating a community of exceptional individuals driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. Joining the Jefferson team means stepping into an environment that values collaboration, encourages creative thinking, and celebrates individual strengths. Here, you'll find a vibrant culture that fosters sharing and connectedness where careers are nurtured, exciting and meaningful work is encouraged, and continuous learning from the smartest people in the industry.

Our commitment to unlocking your potential goes beyond conventional career paths, offering a dynamic and supportive space where your ideas are not just heard but valued. Join us at Jefferson Solutions Group, where your career becomes a journey of continuous advancement, and your talents find the platform they deserve.

Responsibilities:

Works under limited direction of team lead, or project manager.

Typical duties include performing market research and assisting Government personnel by suggesting or reviewing acquisition strategies or program management alternatives to government Contracting Officer,

Takes leadership role in coordinating the documentation for source selections to support Past Performance Assessment and Proposal Pricing Reviews.

Obtains appropriate rate and technical review information to allow the Government to assess contractor proposals.

Enters contract data into contract management systems.

Provides administration support of complex contracts of all types.

Supports cost, schedule and technical analysis of contractor performance on a wide variety of projects encompassing services, supplies, research and development and major integrated projects.

Independently researches government directives and policies as well as applicable statutes to research issues in areas of responsibility.

Compiles information and performs assessments.

Participates in and supports meetings and program reviews. Performs outreach and liaison responsibilities. Prepares drafts of written materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Three (3) years of Federal Acquisition experience.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, writing and analytical skills to effectively interact with program and contracting officials.
• Attention to detail, high standards of excellence and commitment to perform and execute all project activities successfully.
• Comprehensive Federal Acquisition knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• You must be able to pass a background investigation and favorable fitness/suitability determination.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior CSAW, FAC-C, or DAWIA or industry equivalent

PRISM experience

Benefit Overview:

• Health Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision
• Retirement Plan Match
• Competitive Annual Leave Package
• Education Reimbursement
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Domestic and Global Health Insurance
• Floating Holidays
• Wellness Program