Lead Contract Specialist

Smithsonian Institution · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

📍 Washington, District of Columbia 💰 $121785 – $158322/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Smithsonian Institution
Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $121785 – $158322/yr
Schedule: Full-Time, Permanent
Hiring Path: Fed Internal Search
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Other
Date Posted: 2026-09-25
Application Deadline: 2026-10-02

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Job Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Procurement division of the Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management (OCon & PPM). OCon & PPM is responsible for the overall planning, management and execution of SI's contracting, acquisition and procurement, privacy, personal property and travel programs.

Key Responsibilities

The Lead Contract Specialist plans, coordinates, and oversees the work of a team of Contract Specialists, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and expertise on procurement policies, procedures, and contracting matters. In this position, you will: Lead the team in pre-award and post-award functions for procurements of significant importance.

Determine the appropriate procurement strategy for specific requirements and prepare the necessary justifications, determinations, and memoranda to support acquisition actions. Establish project timelines and milestones for all phases of contracting activities, setting specific objectives, and providing technical guidance and direction to ensure successful project execution.

Assure the successful execution of the team's contracting activities by monitoring project progress and adjusting priorities and resources as needed. Procure commercial goods and services using GSA and other government wide contracts for requirements up to $5M in value.

Requirements & Education

See basic education requirements above.

Benefits

The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options. Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.

Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

Contact

johnsonsn@si.edu · 202-633-6282

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Smithsonian Institution , Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-02.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full-Time, Permanent position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.