Apex Accelerator: Procurement Counselor

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
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 and obtain government contracting opportunities with DoD and other federal agencies

Job Summary

  • The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify and obtain government contracting opportunities with DoD and other federal agencies.
  • The role requires overseeing the APEX Accelerator satellite office operations 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 will serve as a resource for businesses to identify and obtain government contracting opportunities with DoD and other federal agencies.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; 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 statewide

Nice-to-have

  • Previous APEX Accelerator counselor experience
  • Strong interpersonal and counseling skills
  • Background in economic development relationships
  • Experience as federal contracting officer
  • Ability to foster client trust through empathy

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field
  • Three years of relevant professional work experience
  • Master's degree preferred with three years experience
  • Valid Arkansas driver's license
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

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

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