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$108,019 – $140,426
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This federal contracting role leads a team managing sophisticated procurements for the U.S. Coast Guard, including IT acquisitions and major programs requiring complex negotiations and source selection decisions. It suits experienced contracting professionals ready to take on leadership responsibilities in government acquisitions.
Our summary, not U.S. Coast Guard’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 52 weeks of specialized contracting experience at GS-12 level or equivalent
- At least 4 years in contracting or related positions
- Valid and current FAC-C (Professional) certification
- U.S. citizenship
- Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management
Nice to have
- Knowledge of United States Coast Guard IT contracting
- Experience as a warranted contracting officer
- Source Selection Authority experience