Contract Specialist
@ Swooped

Hybrid
$120,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 15 hours ago

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About the Role

The Contract Specialist role at Swooped supports acquisition services for a management consulting firm providing financial, acquisition, program management, and data analytic support to federal and state governments. The organization was founded in the DC metro area.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan acquisition strategies and collect requirement packages.
  • Assist in developing Performance Work Statements and Statements of Work.
  • Provide source selection support while adhering to Federal Acquisition Regulation.
  • Draft acquisition and contract documentation including RFPs and award documents.
  • Conduct both pre-award (market research, stakeholder coordination) and post-award functions (contract administration and closeout).
  • Mentor junior team members and perform price and cost analysis.

Work Schedule & Location

This position is remote with team offices in the DC metro area.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with 24 credit hours in Business from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum five years contracting experience supporting Federal Government Agencies.
  • Experience in operational, construction, and architect-engineer services contracting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

  • Paid Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Employer matching 401K plan
  • PTO and 11 Federal Holidays
  • Voluntary benefits including Short/Long Term Disability, Term Life, and AD&D Insurance

Key skills/competency

Acquisition, Contracting, FAR Compliance, Procurement, Documentation, Analysis, Market Research, Stakeholder Coordination, Mentoring, Administration

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How to Get Hired at Swooped

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor your skills for federal contracting roles.
  • Research Swooped: Study their projects and firm culture online.
  • Highlight relevant experience: Emphasize acquisition and FAR expertise.
  • Prepare for technical questions: Review contract documentation processes.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review FAR guidelines and contract drafting.
Practice documentation and evaluation processes.
Study market research methodologies.
Refresh Microsoft Office skills thoroughly.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging contracting project.
Explain teamwork in high-stakes environments.
Discuss conflict resolution during contract negotiations.
Share a mentoring success story.

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