United States Department of State - Washington, DC
posted 20 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Washington, DC
National Security and International Affairs
About the position
The Contract Specialist position is part of the Pathways Recent Graduate Program at the U.S. Department of State. This role involves assisting program offices with procurements and providing purchase card support within the Procurement Services Branch. The position is designed for recent graduates who meet specific eligibility requirements and offers the potential for conversion to a permanent position upon successful completion of the program.
Responsibilities
- Assist program offices with procurements and purchase card support.
- Function as a procurement analyst within the Procurement Services Branch.
- Support the procurement process in compliance with federal regulations.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Must meet Recent Graduate Eligibility Requirements.
- Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Must possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher for Superior Academic Achievement eligibility.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in procurement or contract management.
- Familiarity with federal procurement regulations.
Benefits
- Potential for conversion to a permanent position after successful completion of the program.
- Career development opportunities through the Pathways Program.
