REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE AREAS INCLUDE:

• Previous experience performing contracts management for a large organization preferably within the federal government / Department of Defense (DoD) business environment
• Considerable knowledge of and experience with federal contracts clauses and compliant management
• Detailed knowledge of contract management, federal contract closeout, compliance with federal contracting regulations, and use of information technology business systems
• In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to federal contracting administration
• Detailed knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Cost Accounting Principles and 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Guidance cost principles for educational institutions
• Excellent understanding of project management principles
• Strategic planning and execution
• Demonstrated ability leading teams to work through complex business problems and process improvement
• Success in various office environments, where flexible forms of communication, leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills are crucial to be an effective leader
• Previous experience in a Department of Defense (DoD) business environment with extensive familiarity of federal contract management
• Demonstrated ability to work through difficult issues, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
  Your working location can be fully remote, hybrid on-site/work from home, or fully on-site, located in State College, PA, dependent upon the successful candidate. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
  Due to the financial or fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will also be required in addition to standard background checks.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree 8+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

ARL’S PURPOSE IS TO RESEARCH AND DEVELOP INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO CHALLENGING SCIENTIFIC, ENGINEERING, AND TECHNOLOGY PROBLEMS IN SUPPORT OF THE NAVY, THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD), AND THE INTEL COMMUNITY (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.