Contract Manager (CM)

RieLes Group•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

RieLes Group is seeking experienced Contract Manager (CM) and Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) who is interested in working in the Washington, DC area. The Library of Congress (LOC) – FEDLINK is a program within the Library of Congress that manages contracts to provide library and information services to U.S. federal agencies. It acts as a contracting intermediary, allowing agencies to obtain library support services through the Library of Congress rather than running their own contracts. RieLes Group has been providing meaningful opportunities that move people to social and economic empowerment since 2009. Helping individuals find their next opportunity through Persistence, Integrity, Authenticity, and Respect. RieLes Group seeks to foster a relationship with each employee and our business partners. Contract Manager (CM) and Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) Library of Congress (LOC) – FEDLINK Library of Congress FEDLINK Contracts 101 Independence Avenue SE, LA 215 Washington, DC 20540 Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2031 Work Location & Schedule Primary Work Location: On-site at Library of Congress facilities in Washington, DC, as specified by task orders Hybrid/telework may be permitted in accordance with task order requirements, inclement weather, or government closures Work Schedule: Full-time: 40 hours per week Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time Shift: Day shift Occasional extended hours may be required to support contract deliverables, transitions, or mission-critical activities Position Overview The Contract Manager (CM) and Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) are designated Key Personnel responsible for the successful administration, oversight, and execution of all task orders issued under the FEDLINK Library Support Services contract in support of the Library of Congress. The Contract Manager (CM) serves as the primary Government point of contact and is accountable for overall contract performance. The Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) serves as the fully qualified backup and ensures continuity of operations by assuming all CM duties during the CM’s absence.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a management, supervisory, or contract management role within a library or information services environment
Demonstrated experience managing federal government contracts, preferably IDIQ contracts
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple concurrent task orders
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to obtain and maintain Library of Congress contractor suitability clearance
Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory, project management, or senior professional role within a library or information services environment
Experience supporting federal contracts or task orders
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain Library of Congress contractor suitability clearance

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison with the Library of Congress Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and FEDLINK Program staff
Provide overall contract administration and leadership for the IDIQ and all task orders
Ensure full compliance with: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Service Contract Act (SCA) Contract terms and Library of Congress policies
Direct and oversee Task Order Managers (TOMs) and contractor staff across all performance areas
Manage staffing, onboarding, offboarding, and personnel suitability requirements
Monitor contract performance, schedules, deliverables, and quality assurance plans
Identify risks, resolve performance issues, and proactively communicate potential concerns to Government stakeholders
Approve internal reports, deliverables, and invoice submissions prior to Government review
Coordinate invoicing and payment processes through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)
Ensure uninterrupted performance of services across the contract lifecycle
Serve as the designated alternate to the Contract Manager and assume full CM authority during the CM’s absence
Support the CM in day-to-day contract administration and task order oversight
Assist in monitoring compliance with FAR, SCA, and contract requirements
Coordinate with Task Order Managers (TOMs) to track staffing, schedules, and deliverables
Support quality assurance activities, performance reporting, and issue resolution
Assist with contractor personnel onboarding, offboarding, and suitability processes
Participate in Government meetings, briefings, and status reviews as required
Maintain familiarity with all active task orders to ensure seamless transition of responsibilities when acting as CM