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
Knowledge of federal acquisition regulation far
Experience with sam and fpds databases
The Procurement Counselor serves as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities and obtain federally funded instruments

Job Summary

  • The Procurement Counselor serves as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities and obtain federally funded instruments.
  • The role requires overseeing the APEX Accelerator satellite office in Jonesboro, Arkansas, while maintaining stakeholder relations with Arkansas State University.
  • Employees must complete 40 hours of annual training on federal contracting laws, with at least 20 hours from a federal source.

Matching Summary

The Procurement Counselor serves as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities and obtain federally funded instruments.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Arkansas driver's license required
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation FAR
  • Experience with SAM and FPDS databases
  • Ability to translate complex regulations into plain language
  • Willingness to travel regionally and statewide

Nice-to-have

  • Previous APEX Accelerator or small business program experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills and counseling abilities
  • Experience establishing economic development relationships
  • Ability to foster trust through empathy and listening

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field with 3 years experience
  • Master's degree in business or related field preferred
  • Must possess valid Arkansas driver's license
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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