Apex Accelerator: Procurement Counselor

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Jonesboro, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified (assumed onsite due to office operations)
Valid arkansas driver's license required
Knowledge of federal acquisition regulation far
Experience with sam and fpds databases
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Procurement Counselor for the Arkansas APEX Accelerator in Jonesboro, Arkansas. This role involves providing technical assistance and training to businesses looking to engage in government contracting, requiring strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of government procurement processes

Job Summary

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

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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Procurement Counselor for the Arkansas APEX Accelerator in Jonesboro, Arkansas. This role involves providing technical assistance and training to businesses looking to engage in government contracting, requiring strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of government procurement processes.

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

  • Interpersonal skills and counseling abilities
  • Experience establishing economic development relationships
  • Previous APEX Accelerator or small business program experience
  • Ability to foster trust through empathy
  • Skills in public speaking and presentations

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 United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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