University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States
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 will serve as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal, state, and local governments
Job Summary
The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal, state, and local governments.
The role requires overseeing the APEX Accelerator satellite office in Jonesboro, Arkansas, while traveling regionally to meet mission requirements.
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 will serve as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal, state, and local governments.
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 contracting requirements
Willingness to travel regionally and statewide
Nice-to-have
Interpersonal skills and counseling abilities
Experience establishing economic development relationships
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong public speaking and presentation skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business or related field with 3 years experience
Master's degree in business or related field preferred
Previous government contracting or small business program experience
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US