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