Contract Specialist, (Pathways Recent Graduate)

$55,924 - $72,703/Yr

United States Department of State - Washington, DC

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The Contract Specialist position is part of the Pathways Recent Graduates 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 potential for conversion to a permanent federal career upon successful completion of the program.

Responsibilities

• Assist program offices with procurements and purchase card support.
• Serve as a procurement analyst in the Procurement Services Branch.
• Support the execution of procurement processes and compliance with federal regulations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Meet Recent Graduate Eligibility Requirements.
• Must complete a Pathways participant agreement.
• Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Completion of 1 full academic year (18-30 credits) of Graduate-level education OR eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) provision and completion of a bachelor's degree.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of basic computer operations.
• Ability to conduct research using a variety of sources.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Counseling services
• Employee consultation and referral services
• Retirement benefits
• Leave programs
• Child care centers
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Flexible work hours
• Transit Subsidy Program
• Paid federal holidays