SENIOR CONTRACT SPECIALIST - Fairfax County Public Schools : Job Details

DescriptionLeads a full range of divisionwide contract administration and procurement activities; advises on and facilitates the purchase of goods and services for FCPS in accordance with School Board and federal, state, and county rules and regulations.QualificationsRequired

• Bachelor's degree.
• Three (3) years of experience in public sector proposal analysis and procurement.
  • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local jurisdiction contract and procurement regulations (such as the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), and guidelines, specifically in governmental purchasing.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of procurement.
• Knowledge of supply, market, and price trends.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications and review, analyze, and evaluate bids and proposals.
• Critical thinker with decision-making skills and high standards of detail accuracy.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with school-based administrators, central office staff, and the vendor community.
• Proficiency in the use of technology, data compilation, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Preferred

• Experience in project management professional certification, mediation, or negotiation.
• Certification by a nationally recognized public procurement or contracting certification (e.g. CPPB, CPPO, CPCM).