Government Contracts Manager; REMOTE

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We are looking for a Government Contracts Manager to serve as OFD’s primary subject-matter expert for government contract compliance. The position interprets contractual and regulatory requirements, manages company-wide compliance activities, supports bids and proposals, and helps ensure OFD meets its obligations as a government contractor. The role focuses primarily on Department of War business while supporting other federal, state, and local government requirements.

• Develop innovative strategies to initiate and expand business with both new and existing Serve as OFD's primary subject-matter expert on government contract compliance and contract administration.
• Review, interpret, and administer government solicitations, contracts, subcontracts, modifications, and related agreements to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Advise leadership on contract requirements, negotiations, regulatory obligations, and business risks associated with government contracting.
• Manage compliance with FAR, DFARS, customer flow-down requirements, SAM.gov registrations, certifications, reporting, and contract records.
• Lead company-wide compliance with government contracts related to cybersecurity, ethics, labor requirements, subcontract management, disclosures, training, and recordkeeping.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to implement contractual requirements, maintain audit readiness, and support government and customer reviews.
• Monitor regulatory changes, assess compliance risks, and develop corrective actions, policies, and internal controls.
• Support government proposals, contract actions, audits, disputes, and other compliance matters in coordination with leadership and legal counsel.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis.
• Be responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflect positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Embody OFD’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department and company culture.

• Exhibits strong leadership, coaching and development to engage team members and build a cohesive team.
• Identifies, recruits, and retains top-notch talent.
• Sets performance standards and supports growth through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Fosters an inclusive, safe and respectful work environment
• Champions OFD’s culture and empowers employees to take ownership of their learning and growth.
• Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicate organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provides oversight and direction to the team members in accordance with OFD’s policies and procedures.

• Generally, a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in government contracting and…