GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS ADVISOR (Non-Class (Exempt))

State of Nevada•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) seeks an experienced professional to be a Government Contracts Advisor with our Nevada APEX Accelerator team in the Las Vegas office. The Nevada APEX Accelerator team helps businesses, especially small businesses, looking to compete on public sector procurement opportunities and that are seeking to diversify sources of revenue, create jobs, retain jobs, and help the Nevada economy by winning, being awarded, and executing under government-related contracts and/or subcontracts. This position will be full-time, non-classified and exempt.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a government, prime contractor or subcontractor procurement/acquisition environment and/or selling environment (e.g., reviewing solicitations, submitting proposals, etc.) to such entities.
Proficiency in the use of software applications (Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Outlook and Internet).
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, quality work products, proactive follow-through, and ability to prioritize work assignments and manage expectations.
A valid Nevada Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

College degree from an accredited university in Business or a related field is preferred.
Knowledge of GSA schedules, SAM registration and small business certifications is preferred.

Responsibilities

Educate Nevada businesses about contract opportunities with federal, state, and local government entities, and their prime contractors.
Adhere to professional protocol, policy and guidance in a highly audited government environment.
Maintain working knowledge of federal, state and local procurement/contracting laws, regulations, rules, and processes.
Counsel and assist clients with electronic system registrations (e.g., SAM, etc.), certifications, marketing suggestions for government contracting and/or subcontracting, solicitation analysis, proposal reviews, and contract and/or subcontract issues.
Develop professional relationships with government contracting personnel for guest speaker requests.
Identify government-related contracting and/or subcontracting opportunities for for-profit businesses, especially small businesses.
Record details of client meetings, inquiries, comments, and recommendations.
Travel to client sites and events with pre-authorization.
Plan, organize, and present government procurement-related classes via various modes (in person or virtually).
Participate in public relations and networking activities.