Contracts Clerk Security Clearance

Position: Contracts Clerk with Security Clearance
Location: Byron

Description Expertise and Functions
* Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
* Effectively work with a team and/or independently on daily activities regardless of geographical locations
* Track daily tasks in multiple reporting platforms

* Display superior organizational skills
* Assist with updates of weekly activity slides pertaining to contracting and purchasing

* Sustain record keeping and filing pertaining to contracting and purchasing

* Prioritize workload, multitask, and track to deadlines

* Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills
* Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current government and commercial contracting standards

* Assist with coordination of necessary contractual actions with customer counterparts and with internal stakeholders

* Assist in creation and updates of policies pertaining to contracting
* Provide training on clerking topics as needed

* Research and understand FAR, DFARS, and other regulations, instructions, and directives pertaining to contracting

* Complete customer and supplier documentation and certification

* Perform reviews and create flow-down clauses from the customer terms and conditions

* Manage manufacturing awards up to $100k to include communication with customers and management of modifications as necessary.

* Monitor Request for Quotes (RFQs) system and track to ensure the internal stakeholders meet the proposal/quote deadlines

* Finalize and coordinate government and commercial quotes with internal stakeholders and potential customers

* Submit quotes/proposals to customers

* Conduct contract review and follow policies for approval

* Draft and send contract award announcements to internal stakeholders

* Track and monitor contract closeout procedures

* Audit and update contracting data entries

* Support coordination of necessary contractual actions with customer counterparts and internal stakeholders

* Other duties as assigned Requirements Qualifications Education/Training (both required and desired):
* High School diploma required

* Associate's degree in Business, Communications, or other relevant focus area preferred

Experience:

* 0+ years of experience required

* 2+ years of Defense Contractor administrative, record keeping, data management, and/or procurement experience preferred
* Attention to detail is a must

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) required

* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport professionally and work successfully with others required

* Proficiency in follow-through with directions from leadership

* Ability to learn and use systems related to contracting i.e., Unanet, Docu Sign)

* Ability and willingness to learn new skills and tasks Security:
* Must be a US citizen

* Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements:

* Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms

* Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk

* Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)

* Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

* Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

* Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

* Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

* Short Term & Long Term Disability

* Training & Development

* Wellness Resources Salary:
The projected salary range for this position is $45,000 - 60,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.