Program Support Specialist (Contracts)

Reporting to the Business Operations Manager, the Specialist (Contracts) is responsible for managing and monitoring contracting activities and providing expert administrative, analytical and programmatic support for contract management and acquisition-related activities. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) certification to meet the needs of this position. Duties include: Supports contract management on behalf of OCSO. Provides contracting support for OCSO's requirements. Monitors compliance with contract terms and conditions, communicate with OCSO staff and across offices and jurisdictions to understand acquisition requests, conducts market research per guidance received to glean pertinent and relevant information about goods and services being requested, assists in the creation of new call orders and contracts through support for scope of work creation, cost estimations, contracting package development and technical evaluation revi