Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
Jonesboro, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Government contracting laws and regulations
Interpersonal skills and counseling abilities
Federal contracting training
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The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Procurement Counselor for the Arkansas APEX Accelerator to provide technical assistance and training to businesses interested in government contracting. This full-time position requires oversight of a satellite office and involves significant client interaction and relationship management.
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Job Summary
The Arkansas APEX Accelerator seeks an experienced professional to provide technical assistance, counseling, and training to businesses pursuing government contracting opportunities.
Responsibilities include overseeing satellite office operations, maintaining stakeholder relations, and providing training and technical assistance to clients through individual counseling and workshops.
The position requires knowledge of government procurement processes, regulations, and databases, as well as strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Procurement Counselor for the Arkansas APEX Accelerator to provide technical assistance and training to businesses interested in government contracting. This full-time position requires oversight of a satellite office and involves significant client interaction and relationship management.
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Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Government contracting laws and regulations
Interpersonal skills and counseling abilities
Federal contracting training
APEX Accelerator program mission
Develop and deliver quality presentations
Nice-to-have
Foster client trust
Work without close supervision
Relate and respond to needs
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business, government contracting, or related field with three years of relevant professional work experience OR a related Master's degree
Master's degree in business, government contracting, or related field and three years of relevant work experience OR Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience
Previous APEX Accelerator or small business program experience