Government Property Administrator at SARA in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions… that work.

SARA is looking for an exceptionally talented, motivated, and experienced Government Property Administrator to support internal government property and export control activities in our Colorado Springs, CO location. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs supporting our customers.

The Government Property Administrator will be responsible for formulating and executing business strategies to ensure government, customer, and SARA-owned property is managed effectively and in compliance with contracts, regulations, and sound business practices. This position will manage, develop, or carry out property activities in accordance with all company guidelines and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as SARA’s Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP).

Core Responsibilities:

• Administering and maintaining the Property Management System for SARA
• Supporting property lifecycles from acquisition through receiving, tagging, utilization, maintenance, inventory, relief of stewardship, reporting, and contract closeout
• Serving as the Government Property Administrator on multiple contracts performing and supporting property audits, analysis, and system transactions by creating, reviewing, approving, and correcting property records, reports, and systems
• Reviewing, collecting, and preparing analysis of property data for program and contract compliance
• Identifying Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP) by screening incoming and outgoing shipments
• Coordination of GRP and CAP, maintaining identification, labeling, sorting, tracking, issuance and returns according to contract requirements
• Coordination of contract specific GFP assets while maintaining tracking from GFP holding to multiple issuance areas
• Performing property investigations, inquiries, and audits into specific government property control areas
• Conducting routine inventories and disposition of property
• Frequent interfacing with internal and external customers and suppliers on property issues, processes, and systems
• Delivering system improvements, training, and communications for other SARA employees and customers
• Researching and applying knowledge of government property regulations, particularly Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Coordination with the Program Managers to guide and assist the program team on government property matters, and ensuring the programs are always executing to contract requirements, including identifying compliance and flow down requirements from prime contracts and deviations from standard procedures/manual
• Maintaining SARA’s government property tracking system (A2B Government Property Solution System)
• Supporting SARA’s EMCP
• Conducting investigations and inquiries into government property management issues (i.e., Loss/Damage/Destruction of government property)
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, logistics, supply chain management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4-6 years’ logistics or property management experience ideally in a Government contractor environment
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 45.5 and applicable Agency Supplements (i.e., 4161.2M DoD Manual for the Performance of Contract Property Administration)
• Basic understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies defense contractor business practices
• Basic knowledge of contract types, terms, and legal requirements
• Familiarity and experience with property outcomes
• Experience within a heavily regulated industry that brings new emerging technology products to market
• Ability to effectively maintain agility in meeting deadlines and adjusting work expectations to meet evolving business requirements
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing for effective interaction with all staff, management, customers, and outside vendors
• Self-starter and fast learner with ability to work independently to accomplish objectives with superior attention to detail
• Strong understanding of procurement and other supply chain activities
• Proven capability in the development of effective written procedures
• Capacity to understand opposing viewpoints on highly complex issues in order to negotiate and integrate appropriate solutions
• Ability to multi-task and meet critical deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality
• Aptitude for organization, prioritization, and allocation of workload for optimum efficiency
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret security clearance
• May require moderate physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying, or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working environment is indoor, can be moderately loud, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated, moderate physical hazards may exist

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8-10 years’ logistics or property management experience ideally in a Government contractor environment
• NPMA Property Certification
• Prior experience with A2B Government Property Solution System
• Experience with Deltek CostPoint and Unanet systems
• Familiarization with U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and Defense Export Control and Compliance System (DECCS)

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
• A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Tuition & certification reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Discretionary Employee bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay Range

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.

Application Deadline: January 3, 2025

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers– no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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