Acquisition Specialist - APSO

Overview

JST is currently seeking a Acquisition Specialist - APSO (Acquisition function) to join our team. This is a full-time Onsite position with potential hybrid/remote work at Defense Health Agency (DHA) headquarters, Virginia. JST offers a full benefit package, a collaborative work environment and strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. This position is contingent upon contract award.

The Acquisition Specialist - ASPO (Acquisition function) shall be professional in demeanor, appearance, and deportment. Employees shall be responsive. The Administrative Assistant may be required to interface with senior Government and industry officials. Personnel shall have excellent written and oral communications skills sufficient to provide clear concise communication and documentation. Proficient in the use of the Microsoft suite of applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project as well as with Adobe Acrobat.

Acquisition Specialist Responsibilities

• Utilize DoD supplies and services procurement.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned.
• Utilize contracting principles, laws regulation and procedures and the federal acquisition process.
• Responsible for methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, and resolution of complex problems, and the ability to develop concrete action plans to solve problems.
• Utilize price and cost analysis principles.
• Responsible for summarizing events and technical discussions, preparing recommendations and alternatives, document strategies and outcomes.
• Communicate contractual issues and provide guidance to non-contracting customers regarding provisions, practices, procedures, and problem resolution.
• Utilize Microsoft Office programs and data management systems

Acquisition Specialist Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or 4 years of required experience
• Experience in one of the following disciplines is required: project/program management; logistics; acquisition; requirements generation; life cycle management; acquisition support; purchasing.
• Experience in contracting principles, laws regulation and procedures and the federal acquisition process.
• Experience in methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, and resolution of complex problems, and the ability to develop concrete action plans to solve problems.
• Experience price and cost analysis principles.
• Excellent written communication skills to summarize events and technical discussions, prepare recommendations and alternatives, document strategies and outcomes.
• Skilled in preparing and submitting documents in a DOD Format
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs and data management systems

Required Clearances and Screenings

• MUST be able to pass a US Government Security Clearance

About Joint Strategic Technologies (JST)

No objective is beyond reach! Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) enables successful mission outcomes from the back office to the battlefield. Our team includes leading experts from military, government and the private sector, all working together to help federal customers make a difference. Our goal is to Elevate the Impact that our employees have on our customers and treat every employee as a valued member of our team. JST empowers employees to make decisions and take-action, thus improving overall organizational growth and employee development.

Culture isn't something you talk about. It's something you do. JST is committed to creating a positive environment 'that reaches beyond work and careers' to support every employee's professional and personal objectives. JST values the well-being of every employee and encourages healthy lifestyles, family activities and community involvement.

JST is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. JST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.