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Contract Specialist

Defense Logistics Agency

Coronado, CA · Mid

$70,507 – $132,923

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 30, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This federal government role involves managing contracts from their creation through closeout, including planning, vendor selection, price analysis, negotiation, and performance review. It suits experienced procurement professionals or those with specialized contracting education who can handle complex, non-routine acquisitions independently or with minimal guidance.

Our summary, not Defense Logistics Agency’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent federal contracting experience before September 30, 2000
  • One year of specialized contracting experience at the appropriate grade level

Nice to have

  • Graduate degree in related field
  • Legal background (LL.B. or J.D. for GS-09, LL.M. for GS-11)

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