Apex Accelerator: Procurement Counselor

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 provide specialized assistance to businesses to identify and obtain federal, state, and local government contracts

Job Summary

  • The Procurement Counselor will provide specialized assistance to businesses to identify and obtain federal, state, and local government contracts.
  • The role requires overseeing the APEX Accelerator satellite office 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 provide specialized assistance to businesses to identify and obtain federal, state, and local government contracts.

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 complex regulations
  • Willingness to travel regionally statewide

Nice-to-have

  • Previous APEX Accelerator counselor experience
  • Strong interpersonal and counseling skills
  • Experience in economic development relationships
  • Ability to foster client trust through empathy
  • Skills in public speaking and presentations

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
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US
  • Pass motor vehicle report check

Work Rights

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

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