Contract Specialist I

Location: Onsite full time in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Salary: USD $62,000–$68,000 per year

Company

Chenega Professional & Technical Services provides professional services and acquisition support for government clients, including the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration.

What you will do

• Provide acquisition support to the Office of Acquisition Management and Management and Budget within DOE’s NNSA.
• Receive and upload contract information into automated systems and maintain closeout records.
• Close contracts, complete checklists, validate files, and distribute finalized documentation.
• Contact contractors to obtain missing documentation and review submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare modifications to de-obligate excess funds and close out contracts.
• Request and reconcile audit information from the Defense Contract Audit Agency or NNSA when required.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to report onsite full time in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
• One to three years of contracting experience, including general contract closeout procedures.
• Knowledge of funding de-obligation, closeout modifications, contract file validation, financial record review, and past performance documentation.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Edge, and Adobe Acrobat.

Culture & Benefits

• Robust employee benefits program.
• Management engagement and quality leadership.
• Team-oriented work environment with performance recognition.
• Opportunities for promotion and professional growth.
• Background check required.