Contracts Specialist with Security Clearance - San Francisco, United States - OST, Inc.

Description

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services. The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients. Contracts Specialist Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) has an immediate need for a Contracts Specialist.

The Contract Specialist's role, as part of the OST Contracts Team, is to provide a consistent point of contact for both internal business units and external parties to plan, update, and execute contractual/legal agreements.

They collaborate with department leaders, meet with current or potential clients, vendors, distributors, and partners to develop a professional relationship and facilitate and negotiate the term of each agreement.

To be considered for this role, the candidate will have demonstrated high competence in Civilian and DoD contracting, as well as state contracting, and deep knowledge and experience with Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulations (DFAR).

The Contracts Specialist will report to OST's Director of Contracts.

While the work location for this role is generally remote, an ability and willingness to work 1-2 days in OST's office in Tysons Corner, VA may be required Description of specific Duties in a typical workday for this position:

Provide full contract lifecycle support including handling multiple bid opportunities, contributing to proposals and narratives, analyzing and negotiating awarded contracts, and administering the resultant contracts, task orders, and modifications
Draft and negotiate Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Consultant /Agent Agreements, and similar partner documents
Work with subcontractors to solicit proposals, negotiate subcontract terms, and administer the subcontracts
Work closely with OST Program Managers to review contractual terms and conditions for their acceptability, provide alternate terms and conditions as needed to mitigate program performance risks, and ensure adherence to contract requirements (CDRLs, SOW)
Coordinate with the team members to gather relevant information and data
Coordinate information gathering and reporting with clients, vendors, and suppliers
Participate/represent the contracts team in internal or external audits, as needed
Conduct training on contract related topics for staff, as needed
Performing other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements
3-5 years of experience in US Government contracting
BA/BS degree
Acted as Contracts Specialist/Analyst/Manager at a large ($100M+) professional services government contractor administering multiple contracts and agreements
Working experience with DoD, DHS preferred; experience with state governments a plus
Good working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and other supplements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Capable of working efficiently, independently, and in group collaboration settings on short- and long-term goals

Maintains and fosters a highly ethical standard of practice This is a full time position paying a base salary of $75,000, full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance.

To be considered for this position, please apply online with a cover letter and MS Word resume. OST is an equal-opportunity employer.

Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.