Contract Specialist to build and manage items in Oracle CLM- Public Trust Clearance Required

Work ONSITE in Washington DC M-F

Needed ASAP

Long term contract

Must work on W2

No C2C

MUST HAVE ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST SECURITY CLEARANCE

Senior Contract Specialist- MUST HAVE Oracle CLM (current experience)- Contract Specialist will do building and managing items within the CLM system.
  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Planning and Contract Management:

• Work closely with program offices to define clear, mission-driven acquisition requirements.
• Develop multi-year acquisition strategies aligned with agency goals and budget constraints.
• Conduct market research to assess industry capabilities and competition.
• Ensure proper cost estimation and justifications in acquisition plans.
• Collaborate and communicate with program managers, senior leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Provide consultant support to perform the full range of contract management services, including the systematic management of contracts from creation and negotiation to execution and completion.
• Assist in managing contracts throughout the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, and monitoring performance.
• Review and analyze contracts, ensure compliance with terms and conditions, and monitor contract performance.
• Ensure that all parties fulfill their obligations, adhere to contract terms, and achieve the desired outcomes.
• Assist in closing out contracts by verifying that all terms have been fulfilled and necessary documentation is completed.
• Train Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) on DNFSB''s specific procedures, enforce non-compliance, and ensure CORs maintain their certifications.
• Work with program offices to develop solicitations (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, etc.) and evaluate proposals for source selection processes.
• Ensure proper use of contract vehicles (GSA schedules, IDIQs, BPAs, etc.).

Contract Administration:

• Provide contract support services to perform the full range of contract administration services.
• Assist in drafting contracts to accurately reflect agreed terms and conditions.
• Review contracts for compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational policies.
• Assist with dealings between the government and contractors from award to completion or termination.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contracts, including cost, schedule, operation, legal, and other risks.
• Clearly define the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each party in the contract.
• Regularly monitor and review contract performance to ensure compliance and address emerging risks.
• Ensure contractor accountability and performance monitoring (via CPARS and oversight reviews).
• Address potential protests, disputes, compliance, internal control, audit response, and corrective actions.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Conduct reporting and documentation of contract support to maintain transparency, accountability, and record-keeping.
• Develop directives, OP, COR handbook, market research handbook, work practices with key internal controls, templates, etc.
• Stay updated on OMB directives, GAO recommendations, and Congressional oversight affecting acquisitions.
• Execute the agency''s internal control policy.

Pre- & Post-Contract Closeout:

• Conduct pre- and post-contract closeout by establishing a solid foundation for the contract and ensuring all parties are clear on roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
• Assess overall performance and outcomes of the contract to ensure all obligations and deliverables have been met.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and experience level equivalent to BS or BA degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation. Candidates with an active Public Trust background investigation will be considered first.
• Minimum of 4 years of acquisition/contracting experience for a federal agency.
• Proven computer skills and accounting systems software experience.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Ability to identify and correct problems.
• Analytical and reasoning ability.

• Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) experience is required (Oracle CLM).
• The CO made it clear that she does not have the capacity to provide training in this area.
• A FAC-C Level II certification is sufficient.
• The specialist will primarily be responsible for building and managing items within the CLM system.
• The Contract Specialist will not serve in a client-facing role.
• The Contract Specialist will not be responsible for developing directives.
• This is a full-time, onsite position requiring five days per week onsite