APEX Accelerator: Procurement Counselor

Job Type: time type Full time

Job Number: job requisition id R0084220

Location:
Jonesboro
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Researchers

Workstudy Position:

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Job Type:
Fixed Duration
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Work Shift:

Sponsorship
Available:

No

Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The
University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and
Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas
Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the
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Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace
culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Department:
Community, Professional, & Economic
Development * APEX Accelerator

Department’s Website:

https://uaex.uada.edu/business-communities
Summary of Job Duties:
The Arkansas APEX
Accelerator seeks an experienced professional to provide technical assistance, counseling, and training to businesses pursuing government
contracting opportunities. Arkansas APEX Accelerator Procurement Counselors serve as a resource for large and small businesses, including
newly started businesses, to obtain procurement technical assistance in the form of specialized assistance provided to clients that enables
them to identify potential contractual opportunities and obtain or perform under contracts, innovation and technology grants or contracts,
and other federally funded instruments, with DoD, other Federal agencies, State and/or local governments, and/or local government
contractors.

The Procurement Counselor will oversee the Arkansas APEX Accelerator satellite office operations in Jonesboro, Arkansas,
located at the Delta Center for Economic Development at Arkansas State University.

Must be willing to travel regionally and
statewide to meet Arkansas APEX Accelerator mission requirements. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.

Responsibilities:
PROFESSIONAL DEVOPMENT (08%) Remain current in knowledge of Federal, State and local government contracting
laws, regulations, policies and procedures. In addition to technical competency, must have interpersonal skills and counseling abilities
such as translating government contracting requirements into plain language, teaching clients how to do things for themselves, and able to
foster the trust of the client through listening, empathy, and their willingness to assist. Required (by federal grant terms and conditions)
to obtain 40 hours of training per year on Federal contracting laws, regulations, systems, and procedures, a minimum of 20 of those hours
must be from a Federal source (including Federal employees presenting at non-federal venues, and virtual training such as that offered at
DAU.mil and via SBA webinars). Also encouraged to additionally obtain a minimum of 20 hours of training in the areas of interpersonal skills
or counseling.

APEX Accelerator Subcenter Management (15%): Oversee operations of APEX Accelerator satellite office located in
Northeast Arkansas, including maintaining stakeholder relations with host institution (ASU – Delta Center for Economic Development). Develop
and maintain relationships with individuals, agencies, and organizations that further the APEX Accelerator program’s mission.

APEX
Accelerator Training and Assistance (70%): Provides training and technical assistance to clients through individual counseling, small-group
workshops, and seminars, as well as providing research, published reports, and contributions to program newsletters distributed to business
clients, partner organizations, and government officials. Instruct clients on the basic procurement policies and procedures necessary to do
business with the government.

SELF MANAGEMENT (07%) – Develop & deliver quality presentations, exercise initiative, make sound
judgments, work without close supervision as well as have the ability to relate & respond to the needs of supervisors, subordinates, &
clientele in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s
degree in business, government contracting, or a closely related field with three years of relevant professional work experience OR a
related Master’s degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master’s degree in business, government contracting,
or a closely related field and a minimum of three years of relevant work experience or a Bachelor’s degree in business, government
contracting, or a closely related field and five years of relevant work experience to include:

Previous APEX Accelerator or other
small business program experience as a counselor/advisor,

Previous government contracting experience as a buyer, purchasing agent or
contract manager,

Experience as a contracting officer for a federal government agency, or

Experience in establishing
economic development, community, and business relationships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of government
procurement and acquisition processes and principles.

Knowledge of government contracting databases and how to access them such as
the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS).

Knowledge of government regulations such as the
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense (FAR), Etc.), small business programs, and procurement processes.

Knowledge of APEX
Accelerator program policies and procedures.

Knowledge of strategic planning and marketing processes.

Knowledge and ability to
work within the university, federal, and state government policies and procedures.

Skills in decision-making and
problem-solving.

Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

Skill in oral and written communication,
including public speaking in front of public audiences.

Skills in critical thinking, independent research, analysis, and
communication/presentation.

Skills in computer, internet, database and MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom
applications.

Skills in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.

Ability to instruct clients in the basic
requirements, policies and procedures necessary to do business with government entities.

Ability to develop and maintain effective
working relationships.

Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks in a dynamic work environment.

Ability to work independently
with minimal supervision.

Ability to adapt to new technology and online programs.

Ability to effectively interact and
communicate with people in a diverse environment, most specifically business owners and community partners.

Ability to research a
variety of databases to obtain information on government business opportunities.

Additional Information:

Salary
Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of
Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional
Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact
Information:

Melanie Berman, Program Director | AR APEX Accelerator
msberman@uada.edu,
(501) 671-2361

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening
Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct
pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a
criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background
check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the
requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state
and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its
education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including
age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual
preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may
be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have
proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to
public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing,
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical
Activity:
Driving

Occasional Physical Activity:
Walking

Benefits
Eligible:
Yes

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