Apex Accelerator: Procurement Counselor

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Jonesboro, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Valid arkansas driver's license required
Bachelor's degree in business or related field
Three years of relevant professional work experience
The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify and obtain government contracting opportunities with federal, state, and local agencies

Job Summary

  • The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify and obtain government contracting opportunities with federal, state, and local agencies.
  • The role requires overseeing the APEX Accelerator satellite office operations in Jonesboro, Arkansas, while traveling regionally and statewide to meet mission requirements.
  • Employees must complete 40 hours of annual training on Federal contracting laws, with at least 20 hours sourced from Federal entities.

Matching Summary

The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify and obtain government contracting opportunities with federal, state, and local agencies.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Arkansas driver's license required
  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field
  • Three years of relevant professional work experience

Nice-to-have

  • Previous APEX Accelerator counselor experience
  • Experience as federal contracting officer
  • Strong interpersonal and counseling abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, government contracting, or closely related field
  • Minimum three years of relevant professional work experience
  • Valid Arkansas driver's license
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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