Contracting Specialist

TIVC seeks one full-time Contracting Specialist to support the U.S. Air Force 5th Contracting Squadron (5 CONS) at Minot AFB. The position supports construction, services, and commodity acquisitions throughout the federal acquisition lifecycle. Work is advisory and administrative; the employee does not exercise Government contracting authority. Employment is contingent upon contract award and funding. Anticipated start: December 1, 2026 (subject to confirmation).

Specific responsibilities may include:

• Support acquisition planning, market research, and development of acquisition strategies.
• Prepare solicitation documents and procurement packages for Government review.
• Support proposal and pricing analyses and acquisition documentation.
• Draft modifications, option packages, administrative changes, and contract closeout files.
• Maintain procurement, milestone, and fiscal year-end trackers.
• Research contract and pricing history using Government systems.
• Coordinate with Government mission partners and vendors to clarify requirements.
• Attend acquisition meetings; prepare minutes, briefing materials, and status reports.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution, including at least 24 semester hours in accounting, business, finance, law, economics, contracts, or management.
• Preferred: NCMA CFCM/CPCM certification or completed DAU contracting courses.

EXPERIENCE

• At least two years of federal/DoD operational contracting experience in construction, services, or commodity acquisitions.
• Experience in at least two of: acquisition strategies; solicitation preparation; proposal analysis; contract modifications; contract closeout.
• Preferred: Air Force contracting experience (6C0X1 or 1102) and familiarity with CON-IT, PIEE, SAM.gov, CPARS, or FPDS.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe; ability to learn Government contracting systems.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to complete Tier 1 background investigation and obtain CAC/network access.
• Meet REAL ID/base-access requirements; hold a valid driver’s license and have an appropriately registered and insured vehicle for on-base travel.
• Protect CUI, Privacy Act, and procurement-sensitive information; complete required Government training.
• On-site performance required; telework only with Government approval. 

PHYSICAL & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
• Sitting, bending, standing, walking, 8 hours per day
• Able to lift 20 lbs.
• Attention to detail
• Produce accurate, error-free work
• Deadline-oriented
• Self-starter who thinks of innovative, faster ways to accomplish tasks
• Flexible and able to adapt to our dynamic environment.