Contracting Officer

We are in search of a highly experienced Procurement Specialist to support a high-profile federal judicial organization with nationwide responsibilities. This office manages complex and sensitive procurement actions that directly influence federal operations across the country.

• Due to increased workload and reduced internal contracting capacity, the procurement division is experiencing a significant backlog of contract renewals, purchase orders, and critical acquisition tasks. We are seeking a professional who can step in immediately, stabilize operations, improve workflow efficiency, and ensure ongoing compliance across all procurement activities.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned federal contracting professional who thrives in a high-impact, mission-driven environment and enjoys solving complex procurement challenges.
• Location : Washington, DC (Onsite Only)
• Schedule : Full-Time, Monday–Friday
• Work Hours : 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM (No remote work permitted)
• Key Responsibilities
• Procurement & Contract Management
• Serve as a Contracting Officer responsible for purchasing supplies, equipment, services, and consumables.
• Process purchase orders using a federal financial management system.
• Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle : initiation, award, performance, modifications, and closeout.
• Review contract documents prior to execution, providing recommendations or required revisions.
• Prepare and post RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs in accordance with federal procurement procedures.
• Verify funding authorization and availability before processing purchase requests.
• Compliance, Controls & Policy Adherence
• Ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations, internal controls, and appropriations law.
• Maintain separation of duties and strict audit and record retention standards.
• Support internal and external audits by compiling documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Uphold confidentiality and security requirements for sensitive procurement information.
• Tracking, Reporting & Documentation
• Develop and maintain tracking systems for obligations, commitments, deobligations, and expenditures.
• Track subscription renewals, cancellations, and transfers.
• Prepare procurement activity reports for leadership review.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement documentation and reconcile related financial accounts.
• Document receipt of goods / services and coordinate tagging, inventory, and property management.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination