Contract Specialist - DIRECT HIRE

Drug Enforcement Administration

USD 70,623 - 91,815 / yearArlington, Virginia

Drug Enforcement Administration

Arlington, Virginia

Employment type not specified

Valid through 9/2/2026

Job description

This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Financial Management Division, Office of Acquisition (FA). This position(s) primary purpose is to carry out operations in the area of contract operations in coordination with the Department of Justice (DOJ). The incumbent serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for contract operations.

As a Contract Specialist - DIRECT HIRE, your typical work assignments may include: Drafts responses to inquiries including formal protests and Congressional inquiries. Provides technical front-line assistance to DEA users in their use of Unified Financial Management System (UFMS) and other DEA and federal acquisition systems, including the Integrated Award Enterprise (IAE) systems. Participates with senior analysts and contract specialists in the Contract Review Board (CRB) process. Evaluates and provides draft documentation on such review issues as compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and other legal requirements, adherence to DEA and DOJ policy and procedural guidance, allowance of competition, etc.